Writer-Editor (Senior)

This position is located in the Office of the Under Secretary and Director (OUS), United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO). The mission of the USPTO is to foster innovation, competitiveness and economic growth, domestically and abroad, by delivering high quality and timely examination of patent and trademark applications, guiding domestic and international intellectual property policy, and delivering intellectual property information and education worldwide.

The physical worksite for this position is located in Alexandria, Virginia. Presence at the Alexandria, VA campus is required for this role, as it includes on site functions that must be performed in person. Position may be eligible for situational telework in accordance with agency policy/business unit discretion. The agency currently allows for 52 hours of telework per leave year.

This rewarding career role is ideal for you if: You are able to coordinate with the Office of the Chief Communications Officer (OCCO) in composing general messages to all internal employees on behalf of the Under Secretary. You are interested in providing assistance to other Business Units with editing and coordinating presentations and handouts and clearing publications through the Solicitor's Office as needed.

You are committed to performing extensive research to acquire, analyze and prepare written material, including speeches, associated with major agency programs, projects, initiatives, and accomplishments. You are interested in serving as senior writer and editor for ground breaking materials of various types, including speeches, whose subject matter covers the policies, programs, and activities of the agency.

You must meet the United States Office of Personnel Management's (OPM) qualification requirements (including specialized experience and/or educational requirements) for the advertised position. You must meet all eligibility and qualifications requirements by the closing date of the job announcement. OPM Qualifications Standards are available at Writing and Editing, Series 1083 .

Specialized Experienceis experience that has equipped applicants with the particular knowledge, skills and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position, and that is typically in or related to the position to be filled. To be creditable, you must possess one full year (52 weeks) of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level in the Federal service: For this position, the next lower grade level is a GS- 13. Specialized experience for this position includes: Experience in serving as a writer includes researching, planning, developing, and editing written materials for a variety of audiences. Experience in ensuring that all written materials are consistent and compliant with established standards of style, format, and tone. Experience in developing and implementing new written communication approaches and methods in order to enhance the public's understanding of complex programs, legal information, and important initiatives. Experience in preparing finalized documents for publication and distribution. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, Ameri. Corps) 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 directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

Education

may not be substituted for specialized experience at this grade levels.