Investigative Analyst (Communications) - IOD na Other Agencies and Independent Organizations

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Duties

The Communications Analyst (CA) supports the U.S. Postal Service Office of the Inspector General with its various investigations by gathering pertinent data from multiple sources to highlight OI's investigative efforts of identifying areas of fraud, waste and abuse within the postal service. The Investigative Analyst (IA) authors communication work products and is responsible for the creation of communication products in support of investigations that may be presented to USPS OIG management, outside agencies, and external stakeholders. 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 Thursday, September 4, 2025, 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-13 grade level. The salary range for this position is $120,579 - $156,755, salary figure includes locality pay. 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 successful candidate must be highly motivated, exhibit a high degree of leadership, and demonstrate experience supporting and assisting in complex criminal investigations. Participates in and executes the planning, development, coordination, writing, editing, design and dissemination of both organizational and mass communications products to external and internal audiences via print, broadcast video, podcast and digital media. Develops, and posts approved content for internal and external communications channels including the OIG blog, official social media sites, public website, intranet sites, and email updates Responsible for writing, reporting, and editing content for general information and events. Responsible utilizing software tools to create and publish a dynamic monthly newsletter. Coordinating, editing, writing, and producing content, internal newsletters, and messaging to OI staff. Creating PowerPoint presentations. Assist OI Training Coordinator with event logistics and communication efforts. Other duties as assigned. Relocation expenses will not be paid. Travel Required Occasional travel - Selectee may be expected to travel for this position.

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS You must meet ALL of the minimum qualifications listed below. Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university. At least three (3) years of experience in the communications field. (Your resume must reflect where, when, and how you gained this experience.) Must have received a met expectations rating on your previous two performance appraisals (Fiscal Years 2023 and 2024). If a performance appraisal is not available, you must submit a written statement stating the reason it is not available. (You must submit a copy of your latest two performance appraisals). DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS Investigative communication experience Experience with SharePoint and Shorthand Strong organizational skills and the ability to work both individually and collaboratively in a fast-paced, high-profile 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. Your resume MUST reflect that you have experience, knowledge and/or skills in each of the following Evaluation Factors listed below. Demonstrated written and oral communication 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: fail to respond to all of the questions in the self-assessment questionnaire; fail to address a factor in the narrative section (no response or "See resume" or similar language will be scored a zero (0)); or 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 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: https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications.

Other Information

Pay is only part of the compensation you will earn working for the USPS OIG. We offer a broad array of benefits programs: As a result of the passage of the Postal Service Reform Act of 2022 (PSRA), USPS employees (including USPS OIG) and retirees will transition from the Federal Employees Health Benefits (FEHB) Program to the Postal Service Health Benefits (PSHB) Program effective January 1, 2025. Detailed information about eligibility and enrollment will be provided upon hiring. For more information, visit the Postal Service Health Benefits (PSHB) Program website at https://www.opm.gov/healthcare-insurance/pshb/. We offer Health, Dental, Vision, Life and Long-Term Care Insurances with Flexible Spending options as well. For more information about these programs visit: https://www.opm.gov/healthcare-insurance/Guide-Me/Federal-Employees/ Visit the 'Guide to PSHB Plans' for a comprehensive PSHB plan comparison tool and an educational tool that explains how Medicare B works: https://www.checkbook.org/pshb/ Retirement and Thrift Savings. For more information about these programs see https://www.opm.gov/retirement-center/ and tsp.gov/. Flexible Work Schedules. USPS OIG offers a range of family-friendly flexibilities including flexible work schedules, telework and employee assistance programs. Leave and Holidays. In addition to eleven (11) paid holidays each year, you will earn thirteen (13) days of paid sick leave and thirteen (13) to twenty-six (26) paid vacation days each year depending on your years of service. Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) Status: Exempt (Nonexempt employees are entitled to overtime pay; Exempt employees are not). This agency provides Reasonable Accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you require accommodations for any part of the application and/or hiring process, please send an email to [email protected]. The decision on granting an accommodation request will be made on a case-by-case basis. For further information, please refer to our website at: https://www.uspsoig.gov/frequently-asked-questions If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements: Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from an accredited college or university https://ope.ed.gov/dapip/#/home. Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating. 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. 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.