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This is a public notice for FAA authorized Technical Publications (1083) positions open to U.S. Citizens. Positions may be announced for FV-F through J in support the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act 2021. Positions to only be filled within the Assistant Administrator for Communications (AOC).
Learn more about this agency09/25/2024 to 09/24/2025
$43,544 - $137,651 per year
The salary listed does not include locality. Locality will be determined on the duty location of the selectee.
FV F - J
Many vacancies in the following location:
Yes—as determined by the agency policy.
Occasional travel - The job may require travel from time-to-time, but not on a regular basis. The travel may be for training or other work-related duties.
No
Permanent
Full-time
Excepted
NA
No
No
Yes - The person selected for this position may be required to file a financial disclosure statement within 30 days of entry on duty. FAA policy limits certain outside employment and financial investments in aviation-related companies. See https://www.faa.gov/jobs/workinghere/financial-disclosure-requirements.
AAC-FAA-23-PUB NOT-85189
733464100
U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.
U.S. Citizens, Individuals w/Disabilities, 30% or More, VRA
This series includes positions that involve writing or editing technical materials, such as reports of research findings; scientific or technical articles, news releases, and periodicals; regulations in technical areas; technical manuals, specifications, brochures, and pamphlets; or speeches or scripts on scientific or technical subjects. Technical writers and technical editors draw on a substantial knowledge of a particular subject-matter area, such as the natural or social sciences, engineering, law, or other fields. The work involves the development of information and analysis to select and present information on the specialized subject in a form and at a level suitable for the intended audience.
Qualifications Reference: HRPM, EMP-1.7 Qualifications and OPM General Schedule Qualification Standards.
FV-F. You must demonstrate in your application three years of general work experience of which at least one year was equivalent to the FG/GS-4 level experience that provided an understanding of the basic principles, practices, operations, and specialized vocabulary of technical publication writing. The applicant must have acquired the ability to describe information in simple, clear language.
Or
Successful completion of 4-year course of study leading to a bachelor's degree, gained from an accredited college or university.
Undergraduate and Graduate Education: 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 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.
OR Combination of education and experience may be qualifying for this position.
FV-G. Possession of at least one year (52 weeks) of specialized experience equivalent to FV-F, FG/GS-5 thru 9 level. Examples may include: Experience writing or editing technical publications in the aviation field; experience acquiring and presenting technical information through independent reading, interviews with subject-matter specialists, observation of tests and experiments, interpretation of blueprints or diagrams, or other appropriate methods.
Or
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. Education must be directly related to the position.
OR Combination of education and experience may be qualifying for this position.
FV-H. Possession of at least one year (52 weeks) of specialized experience equivalent to FV-G, (FG/GS-10/11) level. Examples may include: experience writing and editing complex technical material drafted by others using established practices, standards, and guidance including application of technical communications concepts (e.g. writing/editing software and information design).
FV-I. Possession of at least one year (52 weeks) of specialized experience equivalent to FV-H, FG/GS 12 level. Examples may include: Experience in developing written communication products to address a variety of highly complex, technical matters; and experience conducting independent research to identify and provide needed context for document preparation.
FV-J. Possession of at least one year (52 weeks) of specialized experience equivalent to FV-I, FG/GS 13 level. Examples may include: Experience in developing written communication products to address a variety of highly complex, technical matters; experience conducting independent research to identify and provide needed context for document preparation; and experience leading programs and/or projects.
Please refer to the Qualifications section.
Make sure your resume includes detailed information to support your qualifications and answers to the job questionnaire.
We may use this vacancy to fill other similar vacant positions.
Position may be subject to a background investigation.
A one-year probationary period may be required.
The person selected for this position may be required to file a financial disclosure statement within 30 days of entry on duty. FAA policy limits certain outside employment and financial investments in aviation-related companies. www.faa.gov/jobs/workinghere/financial-disclosure-requirements
The U.S. Department of Transportation strives to ensure that equity, transparency, accountability, collaboration, and communication permeate all that we do for the betterment of the Department, the traveling public, and our nation. As such, DOT values a highly diverse workforce of persons who promote a culture of belonging by respecting the personal dignity and worth of each individual and fostering a positive environment where all feel safe and welcome. If these commitments coincide with your personal ideals and professional aspirations, please consider joining the DOT family.
Leave Enhancement: FAA organizations may offer enhanced annual leave accrual to newly appointed or reappointed employees. In order to receive consideration for such a benefit, applicants' prior non-Federal service or active duty uniformed service must directly relate to the duties of the position to which appointed. Granting enhanced annual leave is at the sole discretion of the hiring organization, and granting such benefit is not an entitlement nor guaranteed to any newly hired employee.
Applications will be accepted from any U.S. citizen. On-the-Spot will be used to fill this position. The 'Rule of Three', Veterans Preference and traditional rating and ranking of applicants does not apply to this vacancy.
NOTES:
1) Applicants must apply on-line to receive consideration for this vacancy announcement. Faxed, mailed or emailed applications cannot be accepted.
2) Some, none, or all candidates may be interviewed.
3) If qualifying based on education, you must submit a copy of your transcripts.
4) Please ensure you answer all questions and follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may impact your rating or may result in you not being considered for the job.
5) This Public Notice will serve as a resume repository – positions may or may not be filled from this announcement.
6) Duty Location may be negotiable upon request.
7) Bargaining and non-bargaining positions may be filled.
This is not a bargaining unit position.
Links to Important Information: Locality Pay, COLA
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
IMPORTANT: Applicants may be rated on the extent and quality of experience, education, and training relevant to the duties of the position(s). All answers provided in the on-line process must be substantiated. Ensure that your application package/resume supports your responses.
Transcripts and other documentation will be accepted in combination with your online application. These documents must be uploaded to your application on or before the closing date of this announcement.
To qualify based on education, you must submit a copy of your college transcripts at time of application. Schools must be accredited by an accredited institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. If selected, official transcripts will be required prior to employment.
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
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.
You must apply online to receive consideration. Your application must be submitted by 11:59 PM Eastern Time on the Close Date for it to be accepted. If you are applying for positions associated with FAA registers, your application must be submitted at the time a referral list is created in order to receive consideration for positions associated with a register.
IN DESCRIBING YOUR WORK EXPERIENCE AND/OR EDUCATION, PLEASE BE CLEAR AND SPECIFIC REGARDING YOUR EXPERIENCE OR EDUCATION.
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Important - If you make any changes to your application, you must resubmit it. If you make changes to your application and do not resubmit it, your changes will not be considered part of your application package, and only your previously submitted application will be evaluated.
All qualified applicants will be considered regardless of political affiliation, race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, age, disability, or other non-merit factors. DOT 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 agency contact listed in the Agency Contact Information section of this announcement or the hiring manager. An employee with a disability must notify the decision-maker of the accommodation request. Job applicants and employees are required to follow up oral requests in writing. Decisions on granting reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis. Additional information on reasonable accommodations procedures or on EEO Programs is available on Office of Civil Rights (ACR) or by contacting the local FAA Civil Rights Office.
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This job originated on www.usajobs.gov. For the full announcement and to apply, visit www.usajobs.gov/job/733464100. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.
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