Writer-Editor

About the role

This position is responsible for developing, writing, and editing communications documents that articulate the positions of the Veterans Health Administration (VHA) and serves as the primary Writer-Editor in VHA's Office of Communications, providing full support to the Director, Communications Management, Chief Communications Officer and the Under Secretary for Health. To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement, 06/01/2026. Time-In-Grade Requirement: Applicants who are current Federal employees and have held a GS grade any time in the past 52 weeks must also meet time-in-grade requirements by the closing date of this announcement. For a GS-14 position you must have served 52 weeks at the GS-13. The grade may have been in any occupation, but must have been held in the Federal service. An SF-50 that shows your time-in-grade eligibility must be submitted with your application materials. If the most recent SF-50 has an effective date within the past year, it may not clearly demonstrate you possess one-year time-in-grade, as required by the announcement. In this instance, you must provide an additional SF-50 that clearly demonstrates one-year time-in-grade. Note: Time-In-Grade requirements also apply to former Federal employees applying for reinstatement as well as current employees applying for Veterans Employment Opportunities Act of 1998 (VEOA) appointment. You may qualify based on your experience as described below: Specialized Experience: You must have one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade GS-13 in the normal line of progression for the occupation in the organization. Examples of specialized experience would typically include, but are not limited to: Demonstrated experience and expertise in developing, implementing, and managing digital platforms for comprehensive communication strategies that advance VHA's policies and values across multiple channels. Proven ability to create and expand a digital footprint that enhances veterans' healthcare experiences through search engine optimization and utilization of reliable digital platforms. Expertise in leveraging state-of-the-art technologies and resources to proactively identify and address potential issues impacting veterans' digital presence. Advanced experience using social media and digital analytics to evaluate marketing campaigns and derive actionable insights to support veterans outreach initiatives. Extensive experience providing briefings and strategic counsel to executive leadership teams, including guidance during sensitive or controversial situations. High-level proficiency in crisis communication, with the ability to interpret web-based data and develop evidence-based recommendations for optimal solutions. Preferred experience (not required, but preferred): Above listed specialized experience with both national and field level experience. You will be rated on the following Competencies for this position: Writing Strategic Thinking Interpersonal Skills Technical Competency Problem Solving Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religions; 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. Note: A full year of work is considered to be 35-40 hours of work per week. Part-time experience will be credited on the basis of time actually spent in appropriate activities. Applicants wishing to receive credit for such experience must indicate clearly the nature of their duties and responsibilities in each position and the number of hours a week spent in such employment. Physical Requirements: The work is primarily sedentary, however, walking, standing, bending, and lifting are customary physical demands of this position. Travel may also be required. For more information on these qualification standards, please visit the United States Office of Personnel Management's website at https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/.

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