Public Affairs Supervisor

Full Job Description

You will serve as a Public Affairs Supervisor for US Small Business Administration (SBA), Disaster Policy, Planning, and Partnerships Division in Washington, District of Columbia.

This position reports to the Director of Policy, Planning, and Partnerships Division and is responsible for the planning, initiation, coordination and oversight of all ODR&R communications and public affairs.

Experience: To receive credit, you must indicate the month and year as well as the average hours worked per week for each employer.

Average work hours must be stated on the resume to quantify each period of work experience or that experience will not be credited toward meeting the specialized experience requirement.

You must address the specific specialized experience required for each grade level of this position on your resume or application or you will be rated "Ineligible" for that grade level.

GS-14: To qualify you must have at least 1 full year (52 weeks) of specialized experience equivalent in difficulty and complexity to the GS-13 level in the Federal service that has equipped you with the particular knowledge, skill, and ability to perform successfully in this position.

This experience may have been gained in a Non-Federal service position.

In addition, this Specialized Experience must demonstrate the following: Assess and lead a diverse team, with experience in the following: 1) establishing work assignments; 2) managing workload balance; 3) and evaluating staff performance; and Coordinate with internal leadership, agency partners, and community stakeholders to obtain feedback to be used in the development and implementation of effective messaging content, tools, and techniques; and Develop and execute comprehensive communication strategies to inform and engage diverse audiences on agency programs, policies, and initiatives; and Coordinate timely information to appropriate officials, media outlets, and staff throughout the course of a disaster declaration; and Provide technical editing/review of complex products for a national audience; and Translate complex policy and technical information into clear, accessible language for public consumption ensuring alignment with agency mission and federal communication standards.

Do not copy and paste the duties, specialized experience, or occupational assessment questionnaire from this announcement into your resume as that will not be considered a demonstration of your qualifications for this position.

Additional information on the qualification requirements is outlined in the OPM Qualifications Standards Handbook of General Schedule Positions.

It is available for your review on OPM's Qualifications website: Public Affairs Series 1035 Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g.

Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social).

Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment.

You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

TIME-IN-GRADE: If you are a current career or career-conditional federal employee applying for promotion under Merit Promotion you must have completed a minimum of 52 weeks in positions at the next lower grade level than the position being filled.

All qualification requirements must be met by 11:59 pm (Eastern Time) on 02/03/2026. Major Duties:

As a Public Affairs Supervisor at the GS-14 level, some of your typical work assignments may include: Plans, directs, and manages the Communications and Public Affairs Branch by developing long range plans, program goals and objectives for the organization.

Maintains oversight of significant developments related to assigned program areas, prepares analysis of the implications of these developments, and recommends modifications.

Develops national strategies and policies to ensure programmatic goals are met.

Serves as advisor to field personnel regarding engagement with and development of media contacts, development of social media posts, and written communications.

Coordinates timely information to the appropriate officials, media outlets, and staff throughout the course of a disaster declaration. Performs supervisory duties.

Some examples include, manages workload, establishes work assignments, develops performance standards, and develops and maintains systems to monitor the performance of staff activities. The U.S.

Small Business Administration helps power the American dream of entrepreneurship.

As the federal government's leading advocate for small businesses, we empower job creators with the essential resources and support they need to start, grow, and expand their businesses or recover from a declared disaster.

Our services reach communities nationwide through a robust network of SBA field offices and partnerships with both public and private organizations.

If you're seeking more than just a job - if you desire purpose, impact, and the chance to contribute to something truly meaningful - this is your opportunity.

Small businesses are our nation's backbone, driving innovation, creating jobs, and fueling prosperity.

At the SBA, you'll directly help empower these vital businesses and ignite economic growth under the leadership of President Donald J. Trump and Administrator Kelly Loeffler.

For over 70 years, the SBA has fueled America's small business success by providing crucial access to capital, federal contracts, and expert guidance.

Beyond our critical disaster recovery efforts, where we deploy aid and expertise to help communities rebuild, your role will directly contribute to the start, growth, and expansion of businesses nationwide, creating jobs and strengthening the economic fabric of our communities.

Find your WHY working for the Office of Disaster Recovery and Resilience.

As a member of the Policy, Planning, Partnerships, and Public Affairs team, the work you accomplish supports SBA's disaster work in the following: Rapid Relief: When disasters strike, the SBA mobilizes quickly to provide low-interest, long-term disaster loans to businesses, homeowners, renters, and nonprofits.

These funds help repair damage, recover lost revenue, and preserve local jobs. Rebuilding with Resilience: We don't just rebuild-we help communities prepare for the next crisis.

SBA disaster loans often include additional funds for mitigation improvements, such as storm proofing or elevating key infrastructure, to strengthen long-term recovery.

Supporting America's Backbone: Whether it's a family-owned bakery in Texas or a childcare provider in Florida, SBA's mission is to empower those who power our economy, especially during their greatest time of need.

Innovative & Adaptive: We're modernizing how we deliver assistance-embracing new technology, streamlining loan processing, and ensuring more access to every disaster survivor who needs us.

Collaborative Culture: SBA works together with local and state governments, other federal partners, and community-based organizations to deliver coordinated recovery assistance when it matters most.

What You'll Gain: Impactful Leadership: Influence organizational structures and ensure the efficiency of SBA's disaster assistance programs.

Professional Growth: Join a forward-thinking team that values innovation and continuous improvement.

Mission-Driven Work: Your role will directly contribute to helping Americans recover and rebuild their businesses, homes, and communities after disasters.

Field-to-Headquarters Impact: SBA deploys employees to support communities on the ground and manages national operations from its Washington, D.C., headquarters, and regional centers.

Wherever you serve, your work matters.