WRITER EDITOR (PRINTED MEDIA)

Duties

• Edits articles, reports and books on defense strategy and policy for the fundamentals of scholarly writing, including copy edits for syntax, grammar, spelling and style, as well as clear purpose, coherent organization and persuasive argument.
• Employs editorial judgment to remedy deficiencies in style such as needless repetition, inconsistency and incongruity. Works with academics, military officers and civilian officials, exercising tact when discussing editorial changes with authors.
• Prepares manuscripts and coordinates projects throughout the production process, which includes design, layout, printing, post-production tasks, and preparation of electronic edition.
• Prepares manuscripts for contract editing, proofreading, or indexing. Writes specifications and statement of work to be performed. Monitors and reviews contractor performance and adherence to schedules. Acts as technical representative.

Requirements

Conditions of employment

• Must be a U.S Citizen.
• Suitable for Federal Employment
• Registered for Selective Service - Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered or be exempt from Selective Service. (See http://www.ssa.gov/)
• This national security position, which may require access to classified information, requires a favorable suitability review and security clearance as a condition of employment. Failure to maintain security eligibility may result in termination.
• Pay for first time hires to the Federal Government will typically be set at step 1 salary range for their respective grade level.
• Must be able and willing to travel both domestically and internationally. Travel is seldom required. Less than 20% of the time.

Qualifications

One year of specialized experience equivalent in level of difficulty and responsibility to that of the next lower grade GS-11 within the federal service, which demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position, is required.

Specialized experience is defined as experience with practices and resources associated with publishing such as printed media, manuscript preparation, design and typography, and the printing process.

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

Education

Education is not substitutable for specialized experience for this grade level.

Official Transcripts: If the position you are applying for has a positive degree requirement or education forms the basis for qualifications (i.e. you would not qualify without the education obtained), you MUST submit transcripts with your application.

• Official transcripts are not required at the time of application outside of what is outlined above; however, official transcripts must be verified PRIOR to appointment. An accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education must accredit education. Click to check accreditation.
• FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in a conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying or prior to appointment as outlined above.
  • Qualifying education from colleges and universities in foreign countries must be evaluated in terms of equivalency to that acquired in U.S. colleges and universities. Applicants educated in whole or in part in foreign countries must submit sufficient evidence, including transcripts, to an accredited private organization for an equivalency evaluation of course work and degree. You must provide a copy of the letter containing the results of the equivalency evaluation upon request. Failure to provide such documentation when requested will result in lost consideration.

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Additional information

This position resides within NDU's Institute for National Strategic Studies (INSS) and NDU Press. NDU Press publishes Joint Force Quarterly , INSS Strategic Perspectives monographs, INSS Strategic Insights blog, and books. Through its research, analyses, and publications, INSS advances the NDU mission and provides the Joint Force with decision advantage.

NDU has a comprehensive benefits package that includes retirement, social security, and thrift savings plan (TSP); health, life, and long-term care insurance; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays. NDU employees enjoy flexible work schedules, transit subsidy and enhanced telework opportunities.

• Our complete benefits package is one of the most comprehensive found in either government or private sector. These extraordinary benefits encompass health, pay, work/life balance, growth & learning.
• Selections are subject to restrictions resulting from DoW Program for Stability of Civilian Employment.
• We may use this announcement to fill additional vacancies within 90 days of the closing date.
• Accepting this position, you may be required to serve a 1-year probationary period during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest.
• This position is not covered by a bargaining unit.
• This position is Exempt from the Fair Labor Standards Act.
• Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP) Priority Consideration: You must be well qualified for the position to receive special selection priority under the ICTAP. A qualified ICTAP eligible achieving a score of 90 or above will be considered well qualified. You must submit a Separation-Reduction in Force (RIF) SF-50; a RIF Notice showing separation within the past year (or declining a management directed reassignment outside the commuting area, or a Termination of Disability Notice from OPM) and most recent performance appraisal. For more information, go to: . NOTE: If you have never worked for the Federal Government, you are NOT ICTAP eligible.
• Retired Civil Service Employee: Employment of retired Federal employees receiving an annuity is subject to the requirements of the Department of Defense (DoD) policy guidance. See DoD Instruction 1400.25, Volume 300, at