Technical Writer-Editor

Summary

See below for important information regarding this job. Position may be filled at either location. Salary range by location: Battle Creek, MI-$106,437- $138,370 Fort Belvoir, VA-$121,785- $158,322 Hill AFB, UT-$106,437- $138,370 New Cumberland Defense Logistics Center, PA-$121,785- $158,322 Philadelphia, PA-$117,284- $152,471 Richmond, VA-$111,183- $144,540 Whitehall, OH-$111,065- $144,386 Wright-Patterson AFB, OH-$110,401- $143,523

Duties

• Serves as principal writer and editor for Defense Enterprise Data Standards Office (DEDSO) technical products...
• ...including Defense Logistics Management Standards (DLMS) manuals, data standards documentation, governance guidance, and associated reference materials.
• Supports development of clear technical documentation for business rules, data element definitions, mappings, and crosswalks, as well as technical bulletins, white papers, and implementation guides.
• Reviews and edits draft materials from analysts and subject matter experts to ensure grammatical accuracy, style and formatting consistency, Section 508 accessibility, and compliance with DEDSO, and DoW writing standards.
• Plans and manages document development schedules in coordination with analysts and leadership to ensure the timely publication of updates to standards and procedures.
• Maintains version control and audit trails for all published materials, ensuring adherence to Records Management policies and that revisions are documented, approved, and effectively communicated to end users.
• Designs templates, style guides, and workflows to support enterprise documentation needs.
• Structuring content for digital platforms, search tools, and emerging AI technologies while standardizing internal workflows and capturing institutional knowledge to facilitate seamless operational handoffs.
• Prepares briefing materials, infographics, and quick-reference guides to translate complex data standards concepts for both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Participates in integrated working groups and project reviews alongside analysts, system owners, and governance bodies to support DEDSO and DoW data integrity and interoperability.
• Evaluates, implements, and maintains collaborative authoring tools and shared workspaces, conducting training to build team self-sufficiency in basic drafting and template compliance.

Qualifications

To qualify for a Technical Writer-Editor, your resume and supporting documentation must support: A. Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience that equipped you with the particular competencies to successfully perform the duties of the position and is directly in or related to this position. To qualify at the GS- 13 level, applicants must possess one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 level or equivalent under other pay systems in the Federal service, military, or private sector. Applicants must meet eligibility requirements including minimum qualifications, and any other regulatory requirements by the cut-off/closing date of the announcement. Creditable specialized experience includes: Translating intricate logistics data concepts, system requirements, and policy updates into clear briefing materials, executive summaries, policy documents, and quick-reference guides; and participating in integrated working groups and project reviews to align documentation with operational requirements and enterprise interoperability goals. Designing enterprise publication workflows, master style guides, and digital templates; managing rigorous document version control, audit trails, and Records Management compliance; and structuring technical content for digital platforms, search tools, and advanced knowledge management systems. Reviewing, evaluating, and consolidating technical input from logistics analysts, IT/system owners, and subject matter experts; ensuring strict compliance with agency writing standards and compliance requirements, technical terminology, and style guidelines; and resolving complex documentation inconsistencies. Researching, authoring, editing, and maintaining complex enterprise logistics manuals, data standards documentation, business rules, white papers, and implementation guides. 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, 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. To be considered a well-qualified ICTAP Applicant must possess: Translates complex technical concepts into clear, compliant, and audience-appropriate publications. Designs documentation strategies and manages complex layouts, visuals, and web/multimedia integration. Utilizes advanced CMS, collaborative platforms, and data visualization software to publish authoritative assets. Leads cross-functional discussions with senior stakeholders to draft enterprise standards and policies.

Education

Substitution of education may not be used in lieu of specialized experience for this grade level. How You Will Be Evaluated

The assessments for this job will measure the following Competencies: Attention to Detail Customer Service Flexibility Integrity/Honesty Interpersonal Skills Learning Self-Management Teamwork Decision Making Reading Comprehension Reasoning Once the application process is complete, we may review your résumé and supporting documents to ensure you meet the basic qualification requirements. We may evaluate each applicant who meets the basic qualifications on the information provided and evaluate your relevant personal, educational, and work experiences as it relates to fundamental competencies, identified in the Qualifications section above, required for this position. Based on the results of this evaluation, you will be placed in one of the following quality categories: Best-Qualified: This highest category will be used for those candidates who possess the type and quality of experience that substantially exceeds the minimum qualifications of the position, including all selective placement factors and appropriate quality ranking factor(s), as determined by the job analysis. Highly-Qualified: This higher category will be used for those candidates who possess the type and quality of experience that exceed the minimum qualifications of the position, as determined by the job analysis. Qualified: This lowest category will be used for those candidates that meet the minimum qualifications of the position and are proficient in some, but not all, of the requirements of the position. Candidates may require extensive training and/or orientation in order to satisfactorily perform the duties of the position. Names of the candidates in the Best-Qualified category will be sent first to the hiring manager for employment consideration. Applicants in other categories will be referred in accordance with category rating procedures. Veteran's Preference: If you are entitled to veteran's preference, you should indicate the type of veteran's preference you are claiming on your résumé. Your veteran's preference entitlement will be verified by the employing agency. If you are entitled to veterans' preference and qualified for the position, your name will be placed above non-preference candidates on a list sent to the hiring manager for employment consideration. Qualified veterans' preference eligibles with a service-connected disability of 10% or more will be listed at the top of the highest quality category depending on the position and grade level of the job. For information on entitlement see http://www.fedshirevets.gov/job/vetpref/index.aspx. All Veterans: You are required to submit a DD Form 214 stating your Character of Service (i.e. Honorable/General Discharge). If claiming 10-point preference, you are required to submit a completed SF-15 (http://www.opm.gov/forms/pdf_fill/SF15.pdf) and applicable supporting documents as outlined on the form. Information for Veterans is available at: https://www.dla.mil/Careers/Programs/. As of 23 December 2016, Military retirees seeking to enter federal service in the Department of Defense now require a waiver if they would be appointed within 180 days following their official date of retirement. Other Information

As required by 5 C.F.R. § 302.106, DLA will provide Section 508 conformant ICT to employees with disabilities. All ICT interfaces with the public related to vacancy announcements and career transition opportunities must conform to the applicable requirements in the current ICT Standards and Guidelines (36 C.F.R. § 1194). For Important General Applicant Information and Definitions go to: http://www.dla.mil/portals/104/documents/careers/GenAppInfoDef.pdf Reemployed Annuitants: This position does not meet criteria for appointment of Reemployed Annuitants. The DoD criteria for hiring Reemployed Annuitants can be found at: https://www.esd.whs.mil/Portals/54/Documents/DD/issuances/140025/140025_vol300.PDF Drug-Free Workplace Policy The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) is committed to maintaining a safe, drug-free workplace. All DLA employees are required to refrain from illegal drug use on and off duty. DLA conducts pre-employment, reasonable suspicion, post-accident, and random drug testing. Applicants tentatively selected for employment in testing designated positions will undergo a urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment. Refusal to undergo testing or testing positive for illegal drugs will result in withdrawal of the tentative job offer and a six-month denial of employment with DLA from the date of the drug test. Employees in drug testing designated positions are subject to random drug testing. A negative drug test result must be received by HR within 30 calendar days after the EOD (i.e., start date). The selectee's inability successfully pass; or refusal to conduct the test may result in: 1) the tentative or FJO being withdrawn during the recruitment process; or 2) subsequently being removed from Federal service for failure to meet a condition of employment. You may be required to sign a "Drug Test Statement of Understanding" if you are selected for this position. The DLA drug testing panel tests for the following substances: marijuana, cocaine, opiates, heroin, phencyclidine, amphetamines, methamphetamines, fentanyl, norfentanyl, methylenedioxymethamphetamine (MDMA), methylenedioxyamphetamine (MDA), and opioids. ADVISORY: Use of cannabidiol (CBD) products may result in a positive drug test for marijuana. DLA employees are subject to Federal law and under Federal law, Marijuana is illegal. Additional guidance on writing a federal resume can be found at: USAJOBS Help Center - How do I write a resume for a federal job? The resume builder can help you create a resume using these recommendations and uses the information in your USAJOBS profile to help you get started.