Duties

As a Communications Analyst (Written), CS-1001-2 your typical work assignments may include the following:

• Work with teams or individuals to write reports and testimony statements using plain language to help communicate GAO's complex findings to a general audience.
• Provide advanced-level written communications support concurrently to multiple teams or individuals working on complex or high-risk reviews of agencies and programs.
• Build and maintain strong working relationships and collaborate with staff at all levels.
• Facilitate discussions to help teams assess evidence, identify themes, and reach consensus on a message.
• Review and revise drafts to improve coherence, logical flow, clarity, and adherence to GAO quality and stylistic standards.
• Serve as a resource and provide training or coaching on all matters involving the written content of GAO products, including clear and concise writing.
• Work with analysts, particularly new staff, to improve their skills for ensuring technical information is presented in a manner that is logical, clear, consistent, and readable.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

Must be a U.S. Citizen
Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service
Suitability for Federal employment, as determined by a background investigation
Completion of a probationary period is required.
Completion of a financial disclosure statement is required.
You must meet the specialized experience by the closing date of this announcement to be considered.
For some advertisements, the GAO receives hundreds, even thousands of applications from job-seekers. Due to this high level of interest, GAO reserves the option of setting an application number limit.
When an applicant limit is set, USAJOBS will close the vacancy as follows:
(A) the day the limit is reached -OR-
(B) the pre-defined closing date of 04/02/2024.
If the limit is reached before 04/02/2024, all applications in excess of the limit will continue to be accepted until 11:59 EST on the date the limit is reached. The application limit is 100.

How You Will Be Evaluated

• Benefits

  A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.

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  Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.

• Required Documents

  As a new or existing federal employee, you and your family may have access to a range of benefits. Your benefits depend on the type of position you have - whether you're a permanent, part-time, temporary or an intermittent employee. You may be eligible for the following benefits, however, check with your agency to make sure you're eligible under their policies.

  To apply for this position, you must submit a complete Application Package which includes:

  • Your résumé showing work schedule, hours worked per week, dates of employment and duties performed.

  • Other supporting documents:
    • Cover Letter, optional
    • Veterans' Preference documentation, if applicable (e.g., DD-214 Member Copy 4 showing type of discharge/character of service, SF-15 Form and related documentation, VA letter, etc.)
    • Current or former federal employees must submit their most recent Notification of Personnel Action (SF-50 or equivalent), showing tenure, type of service (competitive/excepted) and the highest grade held.

• How to Apply

  To apply for this position, you must complete the online application and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below. A complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date of the announcement to receive consideration.

  • To begin, click Apply to access the online application. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply. If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application.
  • Follow the prompts to select your résumé and/or other supporting documents to be included with your application package. You will have the opportunity to upload additional documents to include in your application before it is submitted. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.
  • After acknowledging you have reviewed your application package, complete the Include Personal Information section as you deem appropriate and click to continue with the application process.
  • You will be taken to the online application which you must complete in order to apply for the position. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation is included with your application package, and submit the application.
  • To verify the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account (https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login), all of your applications will appear on the Welcome screen. The Application Status will appear along with the date your application was last updated. For information on what each Application Status means, visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/application/status/.
  • If you are unable to apply online, you must request an alternative application which is available from the Human Resources Office. Please contact Michelle Furukawa at furukawam@gao.gov to obtain an alternative application.

  Agency contact information

  Michelle Furukawa

  Email

  furukawam@gao.gov

  Address

  Government Accountability Office
  Human Capital Office
  441 G Street NW
  Washington, DC 20548
  US

  Next steps

  After the closing date of this announcement, GAO's Human Capital Office will conduct an evaluation of your qualifications by reviewing your assessment questionnaire and resume to complete an analysis. Please be as complete and thorough as possible. If your application is rated "best-qualified," your name will be referred to the selecting official for consideration. At this point you may be contacted for an interview.
  If you do not meet the key requirements, and/or basic qualifications or you fail to submit all required application materials, your application will not be considered.

• Fair and Transparent

  The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.

  • Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
  • Reasonable accommodation policy
  • Financial suitability
  • Selective Service
  • New employee probationary period
  • Signature and false statements
  • Privacy Act
  • Social security number request

Required Documents

Clarification from the agency

United States Citizens. GAO is part of the Legislative Branch of the Federal government. As such, all positions are in the excepted service. This position is also being announced under the Agency's Merit Promotion procedures for federal employees and non-competitive appointment eligibles. If you are a current federal employee with status & wish to be considered under merit promotion / non-competitive procedures, you may apply to the status announcement for consideration.