*PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT IS ONLY OPEN TO CURRENT UNITED STATES POSTAL SERVICE OFFICE OF INSPECTOR GENERAL, UNITED STATES POSTAL SERVICE, UNITED STATES POSTAL INSPECTION SERVICE AND POSTAL REGULATORY COMMISSION EMPLOYEES. OTHER APPLICANTS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.

Duties

In-Office Requirement: The U.S. Postal Service, Office of Inspector General values collaboration, teamwork, and effective communication to foster our dynamic working and learning environment. The position adheres to our agency's telework policy to facilitate this and requires an in-office presence of at least two days per pay period. Remote work is not available for this role. We have an immediate opening for an analyst to join our Communications team and provide support to both the Communications and Government Relations teams in our Office of General Counsel. We are looking for a team player with a willingness to learn who has strong attention to detail and can also work independently on projects. Bring your skills and voice to our team! We're looking for a self-motivated individual who is passionate about thoughtful and engaging communication. Our ideal candidate is a quick learner, outgoing, and a team player who will help our fast-paced and dynamic teams coordinate and enhance our internal and external communications. Be part of a diverse and innovative team who is responsible for shaping the agency's communications strategy to inform, engage, and inspire targeted audiences. We welcome a wide range of backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences because we support an inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcome. The U.S. Postal Service Office of Inspector General Communications team has an opportunity for you! We're looking for an analyst to assist Communications and Government Relations with internal and external communications. We want a team player who is willing to learn and able to work in our Arlington, VA, headquarters. We have a great story to tell and are looking for assistance in telling that story to help inform and engage targeted audiences. If you are a self-motivated, enthusiastic, and creative individual who is comfortable alternating between working independently and as part of a team, this could be a great fit. Your work on our team is important because what we do reaches not only a 950+ geographically dispersed OIG staff, but also an external audience that includes Congress, USPS executives, employees, the general public, and members of the shipping/logistics industry. You will work closely with the Communications team's writers/editors and graphic designers and the Government Relations team to support creating communications for our audiences. The position comes with a wide range of responsibilities, including researching and gathering information; assisting with congressional correspondence; editing and producing daily and weekly agency-wide publications; publishing content to our intranet and internet; monitoring blog and social media engagement and analytics; writing, editing, and creating PowerPoint presentations; assisting with employee engagement programs; and other duties as assigned. Candidates will be evaluated on the skills that they possess that are directly related to the duties of the position and the experience, education and training that indicate the applicant's ability to acquire the particular knowledge and skills needed to perform the duties of the position. Only those candidates who meet all qualification and eligibility requirements and who submit the required information by 11:59 PM EST on 04/19/2024 will be considered. The USPS OIG uses a Pay Banding system, which is equivalent to the Federal GS scale. Grade and salary determinations will be made based upon a candidate's education and professional experience. This position is being advertised at the Journey Band level, equivalent to a GS-9. The salary range for this position is $68,405.00 - $88,926.00. The salary figures include locality pay. Promotion potential to a GS-13 equivalent is at management's discretion. Please note that the duties and responsibilities associated with this position may vary based upon the agency's needs at the time of hire. The following description of major duties and responsibilities is only intended to give applicants a general overview of the expectations. The individual selected will perform a wide range of duties to support the Communications and Government Relations teams, including, but not limited to: Coordinating, editing, writing, and producing content, internal newsletters, and messaging to OIG staff. Creating PowerPoint presentations. Drafting and editing intranet posts and announcements. Maintaining and managing our intranet by posting regularly and working with colleagues to update SharePoint sites and pages. Distributing announcements regarding OIG reports to stakeholders, Postal Service executives, and Congress (as directed). Assisting in employee engagement programs. Research and information gathering. Assisting with congressional correspondence. Providing assistance to the Communications and Government Relations staff. Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. citizen
• Must be able to pass a drug screening and medical assessment questionnaire.
• Must be able to pass a background investigation.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain Moderate Background Investigation security clearance.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a government-issued credit card.
• May be required to successfully complete a 12-month probationary period.

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS You must meet ALL of the minimum qualifications listed below. Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university or to be awarded no later than May 2024 in communications, journalism, political science, or similar field of study. AND Must have at least one year of experience working in an office environment. EVALUATION FACTORS You must have the experience, knowledge and skills as listed in EACH of the evaluation factors. Failure to demonstrate that you meet all of the evaluation factor requirements as listed below will result in a score of zero (0); an ineligible status, and you will not be referred for further consideration. Include your major accomplishments relevant to the position requirements in your resume. Demonstrates written and oral communications skills, including detail-oriented editing and proofreading. Experience using Microsoft Office programs, including Word, Excel, SharePoint, and PowerPoint. Demonstrates professionalism, strong organization skills, and the ability to problem solve. You will no longer be considered for this position if you receive a zero (0) rating on any evaluation factor. Failure to demonstrate that you meet all evaluation factor requirements will result in a score of zero (0). Upon receipt of a zero score, you will be deemed "not minimally qualified," and you will not be referred for further consideration.

Education

Education must be accredited by an institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Applicants can verify accreditation here: www.ed.gov/admins/finaid/accred. Special Instructions for Candidates with Foreign Education: Education completed outside the United States must be deemed equivalent to that gained in U.S. education programs. You must submit all necessary documents to a private U.S. credential evaluation service to interpret equivalency of your education against courses given in U.S. accredited colleges and universities. For further information visit: http://www2.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ous/international/usnei/us/edlite-visitus-forrecog.html.

Contacts

• Address OGC - Office of General Counsel 1735 N. Lynn Street Arlington, VA 22209 US
• Name: Vacancy Inquiries
• Email: [email protected]