Writer-Editor

Making a Difference: HUD's Mission HUD's mission is to create strong, sustainable, inclusive communities and quality affordable homes for all. HUD is working to strengthen the housing market to bolster the economy and protect consumers; meet the need for quality affordable rental homes; utilize housing as a platform for improving quality of life; build inclusive and sustainable communities free from discrimination and transform the way HUD does business. The following are the duties of this position at the GS-13. If you are selected at a lower grade level, you will have the opportunity to learn to perform all these duties, and will receive training to help you grow in this position.

As A/an Writer-Editor, You Will

Work with staff for preparing informational material representative of MFH programs and policy on issues which may be used by the DAS, Associate Deputy Assistant Secretary (ADAS), the Director of PAO, and other MFH leadership to assess program effectiveness and ensure consistent strategic messaging.
Plan, develop, write, proofread, and make edits for various materials including proposed laws, regulations, and policies as directed by DAS, ADAS, and other leadership.
Review speeches, presentations, and congressional correspondence for clarity and accuracy of MFH programs to representatives and stakeholders.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

The official duty station for this position will be in Washington, District of Columbia. Failure to report to duty at this location may be grounds for a disciplinary action, including removal.

Key Requirements

Must be U.S. Citizen or U.S. National.
A one year probationary period may be required.
Must successfully complete a background investigation.
Complete a Declaration for Federal Employment to determine your suitability for Federal employment, at the time requested by the agency.
Have your salary sent to a financial institution of your choice by Direct Deposit/Electronic Funds Transfer.
If you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959, certify that you have registered with the Selective Service System or are exempt from having to do so.
Go through a Personal Identity Verification (PIV) process that requires two forms of identification from the Form i-9. Federal law requires verification of the identity and employment eligibility of all new hires in the U.S.
Obtain and use a Government-issued charge card for business-related travel.
Please refer to "Additional Information Section for additional Conditions of Employment."

Qualifications

You must meet the following requirements by the closing date of this announcement.

Specialized Experience: For the GS-13 grade level, you must have one year (52 full weeks) of specialized experience at a level of difficulty and responsibility equivalent to the GS-12 grade level in the Federal service. Specialized Experience for this position includes:

Researching, writing and editing communication materials, e.g., news articles, reports, newsletters, news releases, brochures, handbooks, speeches, and/or Congressional testimony; AND
Preparing reports developed by others for publication; AND
Advising and assisting others during the writing stage; AND
Evaluating the logical and effective sequence of draft and final report narrative; AND
Evaluating the overall length and tone of draft and final reports based on the objectives, scope, and methodology of the inspection.

Specialized Experience: For the GS-12 grade level, you must have one year (52 full weeks) of specialized experience at a level of difficulty and responsibility equivalent to the GS-11 grade level in the Federal service. Specialized Experience for this position includes:

Researching, writing and editing communication materials, e.g., news articles, reports, newsletters, news releases, brochures, handbooks, speeches, and/or Congressional testimony; AND
Reviewing published materials and making -recommendations on the content; AND
Developing effective working relationships with a variety of individuals and organizations.

Experience may have been gained in either the public, private sector or volunteer service . One year of experience refers to full-time work; part-time work is considered on a prorated basis. To ensure full credit for your work experience, please indicate dates of employment by month/day/year, and indicate number of hours worked per week on your resume.

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Additional Information

OTHER INFORMATION:

We may select from this announcement or any other source to fill one or more vacancies.
Relocation expenses will not be paid.
Relocation incentive will not be paid.
Recruitment incentive will not be paid.
This is a bargaining unit position.
This position is Exempt from the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA).
HUD offers alternative and flexible work schedules.