TECHNICAL WRITER-EDITOR

DUTY 1: Technical Documentation Specialist for the development of the Center's nuclear treaty monitoring systems, overseeing the development, validation, processing, distribution, and rescinding of technical documentation in accordance with policies, practices, standards, regulations, and directives affecting government publications for military applications.

DUTY 2: Develops policies and procedures for configuration management and sanitation of technical documentation.

DUTY 3: Monitors coordination of the publication processing sequence through the various organizations and contractors to ensure suspense dates are maintained and technical manuals are published in time frames consistent with current operational guidelines.

DUTY 4: Interfaces with subject matter experts such as senior geophysicists, systems engineers, software engineers, geophysical analysts, National Laboratory scientists, and system operators to coordinate and advise on issues related to the Flight's technical documentation requirements development, production, and distribution.

In order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Administrative and Management Positions and Individual Occupational Requirement Technical Writing and Editing Series, 1083.

This is a GG-11 or GG-07 target GG-11 or GG-09 target GG-11 position in the Defense Civilian Intelligence personnel System (DCIPS). The GG-11 duties for the "Professional" work category are at the "Full Performance" work level and are equivalent to those at the GS-11 level.

The selectee's salary will be set within the grade equivalent to a GS/GG grade based on the selectee's qualifications in relation to the job.

Required experience for any grade must have demonstrated the ability to acquire and present technical information through independent reading, interviews with subject-matter specialists, observation of tests and experiments, interpretation of blueprints or diagrams, or other appropriate methods.

Such experience may have been acquired as a writer or editor of technical reports, articles, manuals, or specifications.

Education substitution for any grade Must have included a total of 15 semester hours in an appropriate scientific, technical, or social science field(s), and at least one course above the introductory level in the field(s) covered by the position.

For technical manuals and specifications writers or editors, the equivalent of 15 semester hours may have been gained through vocational or educational training above the high school level at a public, private, or Armed Forces school.

GG-07 SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Your resume must reflect the quality level of experience which demonstrates the possession of the knowledge, skills, abilities, and competencies necessary for successful job performance required for this position.

Examples of creditable experience include: knowledge of basic occupational principles, concepts, and techniques will be utilized at the developmental capacity. In which, guidelines and work situations require the employee to use judgement in locating, selecting, and applying the most appropriate guidelines, references, and procedures.

OR EDUCATION: 1 full year of graduate level education or superior academic achievement OR COMBINATION OF EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION: A combination of education and experience may be used to qualify for this position as long as the computed percentage of the requirements is at least 100%. NOTE: You must submit a copy of official transcripts.

GG-09 SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Your resume must reflect the quality level of experience which demonstrates the possession of the knowledge, skills, abilities, and competencies necessary for successful job performance required for this position.

Examples of creditable experience include: knowledge of basic occupational principles, concepts, and techniques will be utilized at the developmental capacity. In which, guidelines and work situations require the employee to use judgement in locating, selecting, and applying the most appropriate guidelines, references, and procedures.

OR EDUCATION: master's or equivalent graduate degree or 2 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree or LL.B. or J.D., if related OR COMBINATION OF EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION: A combination of education and experience may be used to qualify for this position as long as the computed percentage of the requirements is at least 100%.

NOTE: You must submit a copy of official transcripts. GG-11 SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Your resume must reflect the quality level of experience which demonstrates the possession of the knowledge, skills, abilities, and competencies necessary for successful job performance required for this position.

Examples of creditable experience include: knowledge of basic occupational principles, concepts, and techniques will be utilized at the developmental capacity. In which, guidelines and work situations require the employee to use judgement in locating, selecting, and applying the most appropriate guidelines, references, and procedures.

OR EDUCATION: Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree or 3 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree or LL.M., if related.

OR COMBINATION OF EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION: A combination of education and experience may be used to qualify for this position as long as the computed percentage of the requirements is at least 100%. NOTE: You must submit a copy of official transcripts.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas: 1.

Knowledge of the technical publication and a solid understanding of policies, practices, procedures regulations, and specifications peculiar to acquisition, development and publication of technical manuals that support operation and maintenance of mission specific systems equipment. 2.

Knowledge of security procedures to maintain control of classified material. 3. Skill in the use of electronic publishing techniques that incorporate state of the art software and hardware. 4.

Ability to advise and assist authors during the writing stage and to verify critical information using their own knowledge supplemented by research and consultation with other subject experts. 5.

Ability to examine the organization, length, and tone of the material and edit the text for clarity and accuracy in accordance with AFTAC, Air Force, DoD, and US Government standards. 6. Ability to consult on design and graphics with customers. CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT CONTINUED: 1.

Position is designated special-sensitive and requires eligibility for access to Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI), other intelligence-related Special Sensitive information, or involvement in Top Secret Special Access Programs (SAP) to fully perform the duties and responsibilities of the position. A non-disclosure agreement must be signed 2.

Drug Testing: This position has been designated by the Air Force as a Testing Designated Position (TDP) under the Air Force Civilian Testing Program. Employee must pass initial and periodic short notice drug testing.

Illegal drug use by employees in sensitive positions presents a clear threat to the mission of the Air Force, national security, and public safety. PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work.

You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week.

VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social).

Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.