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Communications Specialist

Office of the Secretary · Department of Veterans Affairs
📍 District of Columbia, District of Columbia 💰 $121785 – $158322/yr 🏠 Telework eligible

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Job Summary

The position is located in the Office of Small and Disadvantaged Business Utilization (OSDBU), Office of the Secretary of Veterans Affairs (OSVA). Incumbent will create, implement, and evaluate strategies to effectively convey information on OSDBU programs and services to internal and external stakeholder audiences.

Key Responsibilities

Duties include but not limited to: Coordinate and manage communication activities; Develop and implement strategic communication plans aligned with OSDBU priorities; Design and develop content (text, graphics, and digital media) for public-facing and internal platforms; Serve as the primary for projects related to the design, implementation, and maintenance of the OSDBU online presence; Prepare written materials to include talking points, briefing materials and reports for leadership and external stakeholders; Evaluate the effectiveness of OSDBU communication methods by conducting analyses across surveys and digital platforms; Plan and execute engagement activities, including training sessions and outreach events with internal and external partners.

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 4:30pm Compressed/Flexible: May be available at Manager's discretion. Telework: As determined by Agency policy. Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Position Description/PD#: PD41817O Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized Financial Disclosure Report: Not required

Requirements & Education

There is no educational substitution at this grade level.

Benefits

VA supports the use of telework as a way to help attract and retain talented individuals in public service, increase worker productivity, and better prepare the agency to operate during emergencies. This position may be authorized for telework. Telework eligibility will be discussed during the interview process.

Receiving Service Credit or Earning Annual (Vacation) Leave: Federal Employees earn annual leave at a rate (4, 6 or 8 hours per pay period) which is based on the number of years they have served as a Federal employee. VA may offer newly-appointed Federal employee's credit for their job-related non-federal experience or active duty uniformed military service. This credited service can be used in determining the rate at which they earn annual leave.

Such credit must be requested and approved prior to the appointment date and is not guaranteed.

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Contact

Hector.Velez4@va.gov

Frequently Asked Questions

Which agency is hiring for this position?

This position is with Office of the Secretary, Department of Veterans Affairs.

What is the salary for this position?

The posted pay range is $121785 – $158322/yr.

Is this position remote or telework eligible?

This position is eligible for telework.

What security clearance is required?

This position requires a Other security clearance.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-10-29.

Who is eligible to apply?

This position is open under the 'Fed Transition' hiring path.

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