Writer-Editor
This Writer/Editor position is located in the Training and Development (T & D) Division, Transportation Security Administration (TSA), Department of Homeland Security (DHS). Duties include but are not limited to:
Writes and edits high-quality products that effectively explain and interpret the Agency's stance on various transportation security issues. Uses and provides guidance to program offices on various word processing, desktop publishing, and electronic publishing programs/systems. Reworks draft responses to ensure accuracy, clarity, conciseness, and adherence to the Agency's Style Guide. Serves as the primary writer/editor supporting the researching, writing, editing, and coordinating of materials for signature by Agency management officials. Supports the development and management of the Agency's Style Guide, Correspondence Manual and correspondence standard operating procedures, and leads associated training for employees across Agency - headquarters and field. Acts as editorial advisor to program analysts and personnel in the Agency for condolence, retirement, and employee recognition correspondence signed by the Administrator in addition to other correspondence signed by Agency management officials. Helps to identify process improvements related to writing and review; provides solutions to program offices' writing challenges; reviews executive-level correspondence and reports for adherence to Agency, Department, and component styles and standards; and advises program offices on correspondence standards and processes. Participates in agency teams to review writing and editorial policies and guidelines, resolve style and editorial differences, and make recommendations for updating these requirements consistent with office priorities, program needs, and federal plain language best practices. Ensures proper format, punctuation, spelling and grammar; reviews and approves proposed publications for style, design, and similar editorial characteristics before release for printing, publication, or dissemination. The major duties described reflect the full performance level of this position. Typically, the lower pay band (H Band) performs the same duties but will receive more guidance and training; and/or projects/work assignments may be less complex. This position is also being announced through Public (US Citizen) procedures under Announcement #HQ-ES-TD-20-780678-P. Candidates who wish to be considered under both Public (US Citizens) and Government-Wide procedures must apply to both announcements. It is anticipated that all TSA Headquarters personnel within the Washington, DC metropolitan area will begin relocating to Springfield, Virginia beginning Summer 2020. If you are selected for a Headquarters position currently located in this region, your duty location will change due to the TSA Headquarters Consolidation Plan. To qualify for the SV-H Pay Band (equivalent to GS-12), an applicant must have one year of specialized experience at the SV-G or GS-11 in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private sector. Specialized experience is defined as experience that has equipped you with the knowledge, skills and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position. Specialized experience is defined as:
utilizing technical and presentation writing styles, grammar, proofreading, and electronic editing. managing executive-level correspondence assignment, coordination, and clearance activities. administering principles of plain language and the Plan Language Act of 2010. To qualify for the SV-I Pay Band (equivalent to GS-13), an applicant must have one year of specialized experience at the SV-H or GS-12 in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private sector. Specialized experience is defined as experience that has equipped you with the knowledge, skills and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position. Specialized experience is defined as:
utilizing technical and presentation writing styles, grammar, proofreading, and electronic editing. managing executive-level correspondence assignment, coordination, and clearance activities. administering principles of plain language and the Plan Language Act of 2010. Note:
For positions requiring positive education requirements, or if you are using education to meet all or part of the qualification requirements, you MUST submit a copy of your transcripts or an itemized list of college courses from an accredited college or university, which includes equivalent information from the transcript (course title, semester/quarter hours, and grade/degree earned) in your resume. The information must be provided with the application by the closing date of the announcement. If selected, the applicant must supply a transcript or certification of degree. NOTE:
Credit for experience is given based on a 40-hour workweek. Part-time experience is credited on a part-time ratio, i.e., working 20 hours per week for two months equals one month of experience. No additional credit is given for overtime. National Service Experience (i.e., volunteer experience):
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. The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) must authorize employment offers made to current or former political appointees. If you are currently, or have been within the last 5 years, a political Schedule A, Schedule C, Non-career SES or Presidential Appointee employee in the Executive Branch, you must disclose this information to the Human Resources Office. Resumes must include the following:
Narrative description of duties with start and end dates (including the month and year) for work experience. State the number of hours worked in a position (i.e. full-time or part-time). If part-time, state the total number of hours worked per week. Performance level (i.e. band or grade) You must meet the qualification requirements for this position no later than the closing date of the vacancy announcement.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
Writes and edits high-quality products that effectively explain and interpret the Agency's stance on various transportation security issues. Uses and provides guidance to program offices on various word processing, desktop publishing, and electronic publishing programs/systems. Reworks draft responses to ensure accuracy, clarity, conciseness, and adherence to the Agency's Style Guide. Serves as the primary writer/editor supporting the researching, writing, editing, and coordinating of materials for signature by Agency management officials. Supports the development and management of the Agency's Style Guide, Correspondence Manual and correspondence standard operating procedures, and leads associated training for employees across Agency - headquarters and field. Acts as editorial advisor to program analysts and personnel in the Agency for condolence, retirement, and employee recognition correspondence signed by the Administrator in addition to other correspondence signed by Agency management officials. Helps to identify process improvements related to writing and review; provides solutions to program offices' writing challenges; reviews executive-level correspondence and reports for adherence to Agency, Department, and component styles and standards; and advises program offices on correspondence standards and processes. Participates in agency teams to review writing and editorial policies and guidelines, resolve style and editorial differences, and make recommendations for updating these requirements consistent with office priorities, program needs, and federal plain language best practices. Ensures proper format, punctuation, spelling and grammar; reviews and approves proposed publications for style, design, and similar editorial characteristics before release for printing, publication, or dissemination. The major duties described reflect the full performance level of this position. Typically, the lower pay band (H Band) performs the same duties but will receive more guidance and training; and/or projects/work assignments may be less complex. This position is also being announced through Public (US Citizen) procedures under Announcement #HQ-ES-TD-20-780678-P. Candidates who wish to be considered under both Public (US Citizens) and Government-Wide procedures must apply to both announcements. It is anticipated that all TSA Headquarters personnel within the Washington, DC metropolitan area will begin relocating to Springfield, Virginia beginning Summer 2020. If you are selected for a Headquarters position currently located in this region, your duty location will change due to the TSA Headquarters Consolidation Plan. To qualify for the SV-H Pay Band (equivalent to GS-12), an applicant must have one year of specialized experience at the SV-G or GS-11 in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private sector. Specialized experience is defined as experience that has equipped you with the knowledge, skills and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position. Specialized experience is defined as:
utilizing technical and presentation writing styles, grammar, proofreading, and electronic editing. managing executive-level correspondence assignment, coordination, and clearance activities. administering principles of plain language and the Plan Language Act of 2010. To qualify for the SV-I Pay Band (equivalent to GS-13), an applicant must have one year of specialized experience at the SV-H or GS-12 in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private sector. Specialized experience is defined as experience that has equipped you with the knowledge, skills and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position. Specialized experience is defined as:
utilizing technical and presentation writing styles, grammar, proofreading, and electronic editing. managing executive-level correspondence assignment, coordination, and clearance activities. administering principles of plain language and the Plan Language Act of 2010. Note:
For positions requiring positive education requirements, or if you are using education to meet all or part of the qualification requirements, you MUST submit a copy of your transcripts or an itemized list of college courses from an accredited college or university, which includes equivalent information from the transcript (course title, semester/quarter hours, and grade/degree earned) in your resume. The information must be provided with the application by the closing date of the announcement. If selected, the applicant must supply a transcript or certification of degree. NOTE:
Credit for experience is given based on a 40-hour workweek. Part-time experience is credited on a part-time ratio, i.e., working 20 hours per week for two months equals one month of experience. No additional credit is given for overtime. National Service Experience (i.e., volunteer experience):
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. The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) must authorize employment offers made to current or former political appointees. If you are currently, or have been within the last 5 years, a political Schedule A, Schedule C, Non-career SES or Presidential Appointee employee in the Executive Branch, you must disclose this information to the Human Resources Office. Resumes must include the following:
Narrative description of duties with start and end dates (including the month and year) for work experience. State the number of hours worked in a position (i.e. full-time or part-time). If part-time, state the total number of hours worked per week. Performance level (i.e. band or grade) You must meet the qualification requirements for this position no later than the closing date of the vacancy announcement.
- Department:
1082 Writing And Editing - Salary Range:
$52,700 to $99,586 per year
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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