Communication Specialist

Fraud doesnt stop and neither do we. Were the Office of Inspector General an independent oversight office within the U.S. Department of Education (ED) charged with identifying and preventing fraud waste and abuse and ensuring accountability and effectiveness within ED programs. If you want to help fight fraud and make a difference for Americas students schools and taxpayers we may have the career for you! We offer competitive salaries opportunities for rapid and substantial salary increases and career growth great benefits employee recognition programs and more.

Often referred to as Americas watchdogs its our job to help ensure that the hard-earned tax dollars that fund ED programs and operations are used as intended by law achieve the desired results and reach the intended recipients.

The OIG conducts audits and reviews of issues involving Federal student aid K-12 schools charter schools special education vocational education adult education and more. When our work identifies problems we propose solutions. Our work has resulted in improvements to ED programs and changes to some of the most important Federal education laws in our country.

We conduct criminal and civil investigations into suspected fraudulent activities by schools colleges universities contractors subcontractors school officials-any entity or individual that participates in ED programs or receives ED funding. Through our work we have unraveled multimillion-dollar fraud schemes by people placed in positions of trust to educate our children. Were also on the cutting edge of cybersecurity using the latest technology and techniques to discover and defeat current and emerging threats from cyber and economic crime.

We tackle new and emerging issues head-on and continually work to improve our techniques and capabilities. We consistently expand our expertise by training and developing our staff. This dedication has enabled the OIG to become a leader in the Federal government in the areas of audits investigations and fighting cybercrime.

Whether you are just entering the workforce or are a seasoned professional if youre looking for a career rather than just a job and shaping the next generation of Americans tackling tomorrows challenges consider joining our team.

As a Communication Specialist GSthe incumbent will perform the following duties:

Assists in the development of content and communications plans and executes strategies aimed at increasing the scope and reach of OIG information to the public and other stakeholders across various communications channels.

Condition of Employment:

As a condition of employment for accepting this position you may be required to serve a probationary period or trial period during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public determining if your employment advances the public interest we may consider:

• your performance and conduct;
• the needs and interests of the agency;
• whether your continued employment would advance organizational goals of the agency or the Government; and
• whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service.

Upon completion of your probationary period OR trial period your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification in writing that your continued employment advances the public interest.

You must meet all qualification requirements within 30 days of the closing date of this vacancy announcement.

If you are a current federal employee you must meet all time-in-grade and time-after competitive appointment qualifications within 30 days of the closing date of this vacancy announcement. To verify that you meet these requirements we will review your responses to the core eligibility questions on the occupational questionnaire as well as your submitted resume and required documents. To make an accurate determination you will need to include on your resume your federal position title pay plan occupational series grade level agency dates for which you held the grade level (stated as MM/YYYY to MM/YYYY OR MM/YYYY to PRESENT) and total hours worked per week.

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).

Key Requirement - Relocation will not be paid.

Key Requirement - Males 18 and over must be registered with the Selective Service.

Key Requirement - You may be subject to serve a one-year probationary period.

Key Requirement - Must be a US Citizen

Key Requirement - May be required to complete a background clearance and fingerprint check.

Minimum Qualification Requirements

You may meet the minimum qualifications for the GS-12 if you possess the specialize experience.

Specialized Experience for the GS-12: One year of experience in federal service that is equivalent to at least a GS-11 performing the following duties or work assignments:

1. Ability to and experience in coordinating multiple assignments simultaneously and meet deadlines.

2. Experience analyzing selecting and organizing the information to present considering (1) OIG policy; (2) OIG or other governmental style requirements; (3) consistency with other information presented by the OIG and (4) the level of knowledge and expected reaction of the intended internal or external audience.

3. Knowledge and experience in creating and writing a variety of materials and products in a manner suitable for the intended audience and consistent with requirements of OIG standards and guidance.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities (KSAs) The quality of your experience will be measured by the extent to which you possess the following knowledge skills and abilities (KSAs). You do not need to provide separate narrative responses to these KSAs as they will be measured by your responses to the occupational questionnaire (you may preview the occupational questionnaire by clicking the link at the end of the Evaluations section of this vacancy announcement).

1. Strategic thinking to help develop and carry out an organizations messaging and align communications efforts with organizational goals

2. Experience with writing different communications and knowledge of familiarity with social media.

3. Knowledge of and experience with the methods used to gather analyze evaluate and communicate information concerning Federal audit evaluation and inspections programs or practices.

4. Familiarity with of writing styles editorial quality readability and appropriate presentation of materials.

You may meet the minimum qualifications for the GS-13 if you possess the specialize experience.

Specialized Experience for the GS-13: One year of experience in federal service that is equivalent to at least a GS-12 performing the following duties or work assignments:

1. Experience in coordinating multiple assignments simultaneously and meet deadlines.

2. Ability to and experience in analyzing both the subject and the audience and presenting the material interestingly clearly accurately thoroughly and convincingly.

3. Experience writing creating and reviewing draft and final materials.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities (KSAs) The quality of your experience will be measured by the extent to which you possess the following knowledge skills and abilities (KSAs). You do not need to provide separate narrative responses to these KSAs as they will be measured by your responses to the occupational questionnaire (you may preview the occupational questionnaire by clicking the link at the end of the Evaluations section of this vacancy announcement).

1. Skill in envisioning and implementing strategic internal communications plans and selecting the appropriate communication tools for specific outcomes and audiences.

2. Knowledge of and experience in producing content for different communications vehicles while maintaining a consistent brand voice.

3. Ability to convey complex information regarding the OIGs mission to the public as well as internal policies that affect employees.

4. Skill in conveying information and policies orally and in writing in clear concise well- structured and persuasive ways.

Required Experience:

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