This position is located in the Office of Analysis and Research Services (OARS). As a Writer-Editor you will provide expertise in the review, editing, composition, and publication of factual and analytical reports as well as providing guidance to international trade analyst, economists and other staff members on the presentation of materials, effective writing styles, and publication format.
Summary
This position is located in the Office of Analysis and Research Services (OARS). As a Writer-Editor you will provide expertise in the review, editing, composition, and publication of factual and analytical reports as well as providing guidance to international trade analyst, economists and other staff members on the presentation of materials, effective writing styles, and publication format.
Edit reports or manuscripts, usually prepared by teams of economists and/or international trade analysts, that articulate, interpret, and explain often complex and potentially controversial research findings related to important trade, competitiveness, and related issues. Analyze reports for logical development, style, grammar, consistency, clarity, accuracy, exactness of expression, and correct documentation.
Review for conformity with Commission policy, the Plain Writing Act of 2010, and the rules governing accessibility for people with disabilities. Evaluate the content and organization of draft publications, suggesting, where appropriate, revising, rewriting, or reorganizing portions for clarification or consistency. Edits are subject to review.
Work with other editors, managers, supervisors, and staff to emphasize a customer-focused style for Commission reports that efficiently and effectively conveys report findings and related information to readers. Help to develop or revise editorial guides or handbooks to help staff develop writing skills in accordance with Commission and federal policy,as well as help with developing and providing group and individual training.
Collaborate both orally and in writing with other editor(s), statisticians, staff assistants, research assistants, trade information specialists, and visual design specialists to help develop effective approaches for presenting information, especially data, in traditional and innovative forms. Recommend ways of presenting material, with special attention to project requirements, analytical clarity, and section 508 compliance rules. Perform other duties as assigned.
You will be required to successfully complete a background investigation.
You may be required to serve a one-year probationary period
Males born after 12/03/59 must be registered for Selective Service
You will be required to obtain/maintain a secret security clearance.
Qualifications
You must meet all the requirements below by the closing date of the announcement and they must be clearly identified in your application, resume, or supporting documents. This includes any general and specialized experience, education, and/or selective placement factors mentioned. These are used to determine if you possess the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities to successfully perform in this position.
BASIC REQUIREMENT
To qualify at the GS-09 level, you must have one-year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-07 level, obtained in the federal or private sector which demonstrates all of the following. Specialized experience is defined as: (1) generating original written material for presentation; (2) using current desktop publishing software applicable to print publication procedures; and (3) editing illustrations and recommending changes to improve clarity. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-07).
Or
To qualify based on your education at the GS-09 - master's or equivalent graduate degree or two full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree or to an LL.B. or J.D.
NOTE: Equivalent combinations of education and experience are qualifying for all grade levels for which both education and experience are acceptable.
Graduate Education: Education at the graduate level in an accredited college or university in the amounts listed above meet the requirements for positions at the GS-09 level. Such education must demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work.
One year of full-time graduate education is considered to be the number of credit hours that the school attended has determined to represent one year of full-time study. If that information cannot be obtained from the school, 18 semester hours should be considered as satisfying the requirement for one year of full-time study.
Part-time graduate education is creditable in accordance with its relationship to a year of full-time study at the school attended.
Combining Education and Experience: Combinations of successfully completed post-high school education and experience may be used to meet total qualification requirements. These may be computed by first determining the applicant's total qualifying experience as a percentage of the experience required for the grade level; then determining the applicant's education as a percentage of the education required for the grade level; and then adding the two percentages. The total percentages must equal at least 100 percent to qualify an applicant for that grade level. Only graduate education in excess of the amount required for the next lower grade level may be used to qualify applicants for positions at grades GS-09.
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.
Additional information
Surplus or Displaced Federal Employees: The Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP) and Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP) Programs are available to federal employees who qualify. Those eligible for these programs are granted special priority selection rights. To be considered, you must be deemed well-qualified by receiving a score of 85 or higher. If you are a federal employee claiming CTAP/ICTAP, you must provide the documents listed under the Required Documents section to verify your eligibility. Also, you must indicate in your application that you are applying as a CTAP or ICTAP eligible. For additional information regarding CTAP/ICTAP, please visit: http://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/workforce-restructuring/employee-guide-to-career-transition/.
Selective Service: If you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959, you must certify that you are registered with the Selective Service or are exempt under Selective Service regulations. For additional information concerning Selective Service requirements, please visit http://www.sss.gov/.
Reasonable accommodations: This agency provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the contact listed on the vacancy announcement. The decision to grant a reasonable accommodation is made on a case-by-case basis. Verification of information: Any information claimed on your resume and in application materials, such as education, credentials, employment history, etc., will be verified as part of the security clearance process.
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
How you will be evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
The self-assessment questions are related to the following knowledge, skills, abilities, and competencies (KSA's). However, you do not have to respond to the KSA's.
Work experience that provides the ability to edit complex written products, containing technical economic and industry-related material, aimed at both export and non-expert audiences.
Ability to work with individuals and groups to improve composition and editing skills.
Ability to communicate effectively in writing.
Ability to contribute to the development and implementation of effective publication formats for both print and electronic media.
We will evaluate each applicant who meets the basic qualifications and/or education based on the information provided. In particular, we will evaluate your relevant education and/or work experiences as they relate to the fundamental competencies, knowledge, skills and abilities (KSAs) mentioned above. Based on the results of this evaluation, you will be placed in one of the following quality categories:
Best: Placement in this category indicates you have the type and quality of experience and/or education that substantially exceeds the minimum qualifications of the position, including any selective placement factors and/or appropriate quality ranking factor(s).
Better: Placement in this category indicates you have the type and quality of experience and/or education that exceed the minimum qualifications of the position.
Good: Placement in this category, indicates that you meet the minimum qualifications and/or education of the position and are proficient in some, but not all, of the requirements of the position. You may require extensive training and/or orientation in order to satisfactorily perform the duties of the position.
Names of the candidates in the Best category will be the first ones sent to the hiring manager for employment consideration. Within these categories, candidates eligible for veterans preference will receive selection priority over non-veterans. Applicants in other categories will be referred in accordance with category rating procedures.
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
To receive consideration, you must complete the occupational questionnaire and submit the documentation specified below by 04/18/2019
1. Resume.: Your resume serves as the basis for determining your qualification determinations. As such, it must highlight your most relevant and significant work experience(s) and education (if applicable) as it relates to this job opportunity. So that we can fully evaluate your application and award you proper credit, your resume should cover: (1) paid and non-paid experience, job title, dates held (month and year for qualifying purposes to receive credit), including number of hours worked per week, and salary (2) knowledge of the subject matter and technical skills pertinent to this position; (3) specific duties performed in a way that fully details the level and complexity of the work; and (4) names and phone numbers of your current and/or previous supervisor(s). Your resume should contain enough information to allow us to make a valid determination as to whether you fully meet both the basic and the specialized experience requirements stated in this job opportunity announcement for each grade level(s) for which you are applying. We will review your resume and supporting documents carefully, to ensure that you meet the basic requirements to qualify for the position.
2. Occupational questionnaire: You should submit a completed job-specific occupational questionnaire to us through your Application Manager account.
3. Veterans' Preference: If claiming veterans' preference, you must indicate the type of veterans' preference you are claiming on your resume.
A. For 5-point veterans' preference, you must provide:
copy of your DD 214 Certificate of Release or Discharge that shows the type of discharge you received and your dates of active duty (Member 4 copy preferred).
B. If you are currently on active duty, to receive 5-point preference you must provide an official statement of service from your command/unit that states:
- your branch of service;
- period(s) of service;
- campaign medals or expeditionary medals earned;
- expected discharge type and date; and
- date you will be separated or be on approved terminal leave
If you supply a statement of service at this stage, your preference/eligibility will be verified by a DD 214 prior to your appointment with our agency.
C. To receive 10-point veterans' preference, you must provide: -any documentation required by this form to support your claim.
If we cannot verify your 10-point preference status, you will receive 5-point preference if you meet the requirements. You can obtain an SF-15 through this link: http://www.opm.gov/forms/standard-forms/.
4. If you are eligible for Career Transition Assistance Program (CTAP) or the Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP),
You must submit the following documents:
a copy of your agency notice;
a copy of your most recent performance rating; and
a copy of your most recent SF-50 (Notification of Personnel Action) noting your current position, grade level, and duty location.
5. Cover Letter. This is optional.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
To apply for this position, you must complete the occupational questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below.
The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 04/18/2019 to receive consideration.
1. To begin, click Apply Online to create a USAJOBS account or log in to your existing account. Follow the prompts to select your USAJOBS resume and/or other supporting documents and complete the occupational questionnaire.
2. Click the Submit My Answers button to submit your application package. It is your responsibility to ensure your responses and appropriate documentation are submitted prior to the closing date.
3. To verify that your application is complete, log into your USAJOBS account, https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login, select the Application Status link and then select the More Information link for this position. The Details page will display the status of your application, the documentation received and processed, and any correspondence the agency has sent related to this application. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.
4. To return to an incomplete application, log into your USAJOBS account and click Update Application in the vacancy announcement. You must re-select your resume and/or other documents from your USAJOBS account or your application will be incomplete.
Office of Analysis and Research Services
500 E St SW
Washington, DC 20436
US
Next steps
Once we receive your online questionnaire and other application materials, you will receive an acknowledgement email that your submission was successful. After a review of your complete application is made, you will be notified of your rating and/or referral to the hiring official. If further evaluation or interviews are required, you will be contacted.
To check the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account, select Application Status, and click on the More Information link under the application status for this position.
You will be notified up to four times during the hiring process:Upon receipt of your application
Upon receipt of your application
Upon minimum qualifications determination
After candidates have been referred to the hiring official
Once a selection has been made
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
To receive consideration, you must complete the occupational questionnaire and submit the documentation specified below by 04/18/2019
1. Resume.: Your resume serves as the basis for determining your qualification determinations. As such, it must highlight your most relevant and significant work experience(s) and education (if applicable) as it relates to this job opportunity. So that we can fully evaluate your application and award you proper credit, your resume should cover: (1) paid and non-paid experience, job title, dates held (month and year for qualifying purposes to receive credit), including number of hours worked per week, and salary (2) knowledge of the subject matter and technical skills pertinent to this position; (3) specific duties performed in a way that fully details the level and complexity of the work; and (4) names and phone numbers of your current and/or previous supervisor(s). Your resume should contain enough information to allow us to make a valid determination as to whether you fully meet both the basic and the specialized experience requirements stated in this job opportunity announcement for each grade level(s) for which you are applying. We will review your resume and supporting documents carefully, to ensure that you meet the basic requirements to qualify for the position.
2. Occupational questionnaire: You should submit a completed job-specific occupational questionnaire to us through your Application Manager account.
3. Veterans' Preference: If claiming veterans' preference, you must indicate the type of veterans' preference you are claiming on your resume.
A. For 5-point veterans' preference, you must provide:
copy of your DD 214 Certificate of Release or Discharge that shows the type of discharge you received and your dates of active duty (Member 4 copy preferred).
B. If you are currently on active duty, to receive 5-point preference you must provide an official statement of service from your command/unit that states:
- your branch of service;
- period(s) of service;
- campaign medals or expeditionary medals earned;
- expected discharge type and date; and
- date you will be separated or be on approved terminal leave
If you supply a statement of service at this stage, your preference/eligibility will be verified by a DD 214 prior to your appointment with our agency.
C. To receive 10-point veterans' preference, you must provide: -any documentation required by this form to support your claim.
If we cannot verify your 10-point preference status, you will receive 5-point preference if you meet the requirements. You can obtain an SF-15 through this link: http://www.opm.gov/forms/standard-forms/.
4. If you are eligible for Career Transition Assistance Program (CTAP) or the Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP),
You must submit the following documents:
a copy of your agency notice;
a copy of your most recent performance rating; and
a copy of your most recent SF-50 (Notification of Personnel Action) noting your current position, grade level, and duty location.
5. Cover Letter. This is optional.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
To apply for this position, you must complete the occupational questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below.
The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 04/18/2019 to receive consideration.
1. To begin, click Apply Online to create a USAJOBS account or log in to your existing account. Follow the prompts to select your USAJOBS resume and/or other supporting documents and complete the occupational questionnaire.
2. Click the Submit My Answers button to submit your application package. It is your responsibility to ensure your responses and appropriate documentation are submitted prior to the closing date.
3. To verify that your application is complete, log into your USAJOBS account, https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login, select the Application Status link and then select the More Information link for this position. The Details page will display the status of your application, the documentation received and processed, and any correspondence the agency has sent related to this application. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.
4. To return to an incomplete application, log into your USAJOBS account and click Update Application in the vacancy announcement. You must re-select your resume and/or other documents from your USAJOBS account or your application will be incomplete.
Office of Analysis and Research Services
500 E St SW
Washington, DC 20436
US
Next steps
Once we receive your online questionnaire and other application materials, you will receive an acknowledgement email that your submission was successful. After a review of your complete application is made, you will be notified of your rating and/or referral to the hiring official. If further evaluation or interviews are required, you will be contacted.
To check the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account, select Application Status, and click on the More Information link under the application status for this position.
You will be notified up to four times during the hiring process:Upon receipt of your application
Upon receipt of your application
Upon minimum qualifications determination
After candidates have been referred to the hiring official
Once a selection has been made
Fair and transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
