- Position Title
- Writer-Editor
- Agency
- Federal Retirement Thrift Investment Board
- Announcement Number
- FRTIB-23-DE-017-11860668 Opens in new window
- Open Period
- Friday, March 3, 2023 to Friday, March 17, 2023
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Eligibilities
1.
Do you claim Veterans’ Preference?
2.
Are you a current or former federal employee displaced from the agency hiring for this position?
If yes, confirm:
- you are located in the same local commuting area of the vacancy
- your grade is equivalent to or below the grade level of the vacancy AND
- your last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent.
3.
Are you a current or former federal employee displaced from a position in a federal agency other than the agency hiring for this position?
If yes, confirm:
- you are located in the same local commuting area of the vacancy
- your grade is equivalent to or below the grade level of the vacancy AND
- your last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent.
Assessment 1
Thank you for your interest in the Writer-Editor position with the Federal Retirement Thrift Investment Board. We will evaluate your resume and your responses to this Occupation Questionnaire to determine if you are among the best qualified for this position. Please review your responses for accuracy before you submit this questionnaire.
1.
From the description below, select the statement that best describes the experience that you possess that demonstrates your ability to perform the work of a Writer-Editor, GS-1082-13.
Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s).
2.
I understand that I must submit two writing samples that are no more than five pages each in length. I also understand that failure to submit the writing samples will result in my being eliminated from further consideration for the position.
For each item, select the one response that most accurately describes your current level of experience and capability using the scale below.
3.
Which statement best describes your experience editing written material to ensure that it is well organized and grammatically correct, and that sentence structure and choice of words is clear, simple, appropriate, and unambiguous?
4.
Which statement best describes your ability to ensure that drafts and final copies accurately reflect rules, policies, and requirements of the organization?
5.
Which statement best describes your experience reviewing final copy for accuracy, consistency, and quality assurance?
6.
Which statement best describes your experience facilitating the organization's internal review of forms, materials, and publications and modifying drafts, as necessary?
7.
I have performed the following writer-editor tasks as a routine part of my job. (Select all that apply).
8.
From the following, select the written material(s) you have edited or reviewed. (Select all that apply).
9.
From the List below, choose the response(s) that reflect your experience editing and proofreading various written materials. (Select all that apply).
10.
As a regular part of my job, I have ensured format, organization, and style of documents are consistent with agency guidelines.
For each item, select the one response that most accurately describes your current level of experience and capability using the scale below.
11.
Which statement best describes your experience developing communications campaigns and project plans that detail individual phases, requirements and responsibilities, and milestones?
12.
Which statement best describes your experience monitoring assigned projects throughout the design, development, and production phases to ensure that schedules are met, proofs are received, reviewed, and approved in a timely manner and the final product is made available through all relevant distribution sources?
13.
Which statement best describes your experience participating in the identification of target groups and solicitation of participant feedback to evaluate the effectiveness of the organization's communication programs and initiatives?
14.
Select the statement that best describes your ability to write and edit booklets, forms, fact sheets, and other informational and educational material that is distributed through a variety of media.
15.
Which statement best describes your experience developing written and electronic materials to ensure that they meet the organization's standards for quality, accuracy, clarity, and appropriateness?
16.
Which statement best describes your experience performing relevant research and fact checking your writing to make sure the information presented is accurate and nuances are appropriately represented?
17.
Which answer best describes your experience in writing articles and fact sheets about complex topics in lay language that were posted on an organization's website that currently exist online?
18.
From the list below, select the choice(s) that reflect your experience writing content for the following areas: (Select all that apply).
19.
As previously explained, your responses to this Assessment Questionnaire are subject to evaluation and verification based on the documents and references you submit.
Later steps in the selection process are specifically designed to verify your ratings. Deliberate attempts to falsify information may be grounds for your non-selection or for your dismissal. If, after reviewing your resume and/or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have overstated your qualifications and/or experience, you may be removed from consideration and will be marked ineligible. Please take this opportunity to review your responses to ensure their accuracy.
Later steps in the selection process are specifically designed to verify your ratings. Deliberate attempts to falsify information may be grounds for your non-selection or for your dismissal. If, after reviewing your resume and/or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have overstated your qualifications and/or experience, you may be removed from consideration and will be marked ineligible. Please take this opportunity to review your responses to ensure their accuracy.