Visual Information Specialist

**Duties**:
Using graphics design software, commercial printers and other production hardware and software available, designs and executes computer generated visual materials such as visual aids, illustrations, graphs, charts, menus, posters, flyers, logos, pamphlets, brochures, signs, magazines, base and other maps, and other graphic support required in the effective marketing and publicizing of Squadron programs and facilities.

Responsible for coordinating the production of monthly magazine and any base newspaper supplements. Creates marketing and publicity materials for special events and those of a seasonal nature. Researches sources to ensure all products are suitable for the information and events advertised, checks publicity for accuracy and appropriateness. Makes suggestions so that the best form of visual material is used to publicize all service activities. Researches and recommends sources of equipment, materials and supplies needed to accomplish various work orders to manager.

Responsible for creating and placing print ads, web ads, banners, posters, and other promotional material to advertise the events for all activities. Maintains publicity items on installation monitors/television, marquees, computer, and online social and internet-based media as required. Works closely with Activity Managers and visits each Services activity periodically to design, evaluate, and implement new publicity media and products to further publicize activity programs. Obtains and consolidates data from each activity. Performs other duties as assigned.

**Requirements**:
**Conditions of Employment**:

- This position requires the incumbent to complete a background investigation with favorable results.
- This position requires shift work to provide coverage on evenings, weekends, holidays, or special situations.

**Qualifications**:
The Area of Consideration for this vacancy announcement is US Citizens and legal US residents in Germany. Recruitment limited only to the local commuting area of Spangdahlem.

Legal U.S. residents must possess a social security number or green card and must be:

- A US citizen,

or
- A citizen of NATO country,
other than the host country (Germany),and married to an active duty U.S. military member.

In accordance with the NATO Status of Forces Agreement with Germany, citizens of the host country and non-NATO countries are not eligible for US NAF Employment.

These individuals may be eligible for employment under the Local National (LN) program; you may contact the LN Team at 06565-61-6080 or DSN 452-6080 for more information on eligibility requirements. Must be able to provide documentation proving residence status overseas.
- Business Based Action
- Family Member Preference
- Military Spouse Preference
- Outside Applicant Veteran
- Spouse/Widow/Parent of Veteran
- Transition Hiring Preference

**Qualifying Experience**:
Must be proficient in visual composition and layout with experience of graphic design software to include Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign) and Microsoft Office programs (MS word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint) in visual composition and layout.

Must have experience or knowledge in designing advertisements, posters, brochures and other promotional material.

Knowledge of proper grammar, spelling, punctuation and proofreading skills.

Proficient and versatile in using MAC computer software.

Work independently in a fast-paced environment that is deadline oriented. Prioritize and manage multiple task.

Customer service skills.

**Education**:
Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. This position does not allow for education substitution in order to qualify.

**Additional information**:

- Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.
- All Federal NAF employees are required by PL 104-134 to have salary payments made by electronic funds transfer/direct deposit.
- Probationary period may be required.
- Additional selections may be made from this vacancy announcement for up to 60/90 days after the closing date. Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement.
- Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs are not authorized based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government's interest.
- LQA is not authorized.
- Post Allowance is authorized for Regular Full Time employment category. This position does qualify for Post Allowance.
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**How You Will Be Evaluated**:
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

You should list any relevant performance appraisals and incentive awards in your resume as that information may be taken into consideration during the selection process. If selected, you may be required to provide supporting documentation.
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