Part Time Junior Writer

Overview

The contractor provides expert advice on all aspects of position classification/management and prepares Position Descriptions (PDs), evaluations, and FLSA documentation for a wide variety of Administrative and Management, Professional and Scientific, and Clerical and Administrative Support positions; however, there may be occasional call for Senior Executive Service, Senior Foreign Service and Wage Grade positions as well. Additionally, the incumbent performs desk audits, supervisory interviews, and other fact-finding as needed.

Responsibilities

• Provides expert advice to management on position management/classification issues.

• Researches and prepares PDs and evaluations for a wide range of positions, including one-of-a kind positions and positions where classification standards do not recognize the technological changes that have occurred, and recommends the appropriate title, series, and grade(s). In cases where the requested title/series/grade are not justified, prepares a classification advisory outlining the issues with the request and, where appropriate, recommendations that could achieve the desired outcome

• As required, prepares documents such as FLSA assessments, SES justifications, and other documents.

• Uses questionnaires, employee and supervisory interviews, and other materials to conduct desk audits.

• As requested, reviews organizational restructuring and reorganization plans and provides advice on any position management/classification issues noted.

• Collaborates with management to develop PD

• As required, attends meetings, typically using Microsoft Teams
• Remains up-to-date on any contractor or DOS-required training.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Expert knowledge of the full range of position classification/management principles, guides, and policies in order to provide expert operational and advisory support to management on the full range of issues.

• Interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills to prepare PDs, evaluations, and other documents; interact effectively with management and staff; and tactfully explain and defend recommendations.

• Experience with SES/SFS and/or Wage Grade classification processes is desirable but not required.

• The contractor must be a U.S. Citizen.
• The contractor must be willing to attend meetings via Microsoft Teams, telephone, or, in very rare cases, on-site at Department of State facilities.

• The contractor must have an active Secret clearance

AAP/EEO Statement

AAP/EEO Statement:DNI complies with all federal, state and local laws designed to protect employees and job applicants from discrimination based on race, religion, color, sex, parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military service, or other non-merit-based factors.Other Duties:Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.