Communication Specialist

In this position you will serve as the Communications Specialist, responsible to apply knowledge of. and experience in procurement of agricultural products and services for distribution and use in domestic nutrition and international food aid programs in order to coordinate Division communication and marketing efforts.

The duties described are for the full-performance level. At developmental grade levels, assignments will be of more limited scope, performed with less independence and limited complexity.

The duties may include, but are not limited to:

Deliver and support internal and external communications and public outreach, coordinating and managing the implementation of all communications elements using both internal and external resources.

Express facts and ideas both in writing and orally in a clear, concise, and organized manner that meets established standards for format and style and is appropriate for the intended audience.

Ensure that announcements, invitations to bid, requests for information, requests for proposals, and related contractual documents in the administration of contracts are distributed and posted.

Prepare personnel to speak effectively on program matters with the public, industry, and other interested groups.

Oversee the communication of the necessary memoranda, dockets, and purchase plans, and ensures clearance with appropriate officials.

Coordinate with the Food and Nutrition Administration, contracting staff, and other AMS programs to resolve complaints and customer service concerns.

Coordinates with the AMS FOIA Office and program staff to respond to Freedom of Information Act requests.

This position does not have an education qualification requirement.