EDITORIAL ASSISTANT (OFFICE AUTOMATION)

Summary

Click on "Learn more about this agency" button below for IMPORTANT additional information. The primary purpose of this position is to be responsible for format and stylistic requirements for compiling and integrating data from several sources to form technical manuscripts and final summaries produced in the Systems Development Directorate. Organizational location of position is: Air Force Technical Applications Center (AFTAC), SD, , Patrick AFB,FL.

Duties

• Develops and controls procedures on format and stylistic requirements for Air Force and Center documents and technical reports. Advises, assists, and directs geophysicists and technicians in the documentation, preparation, publication, and timely dissemination of data reports (including Seismic Review Panel reports), monthly and quarterly status reports; annual summary reports, weekly activity reports, command management reports, special message reports, working group reports, evaluation reports, technical reports and briefings, and letter reports. Readies manuscripts for publication. Prepares any supplementary information to be included in technical reports. Expertly uses a variety of automated equipment hardware and software applications to prepare Air Force and Center evaluation documents, monthly and quarterly status reports, annual summary reports, weekly activity reports, command management reports.

Qualifications

This is a GG-07 position in the Defense Civilian Intelligence Personnel System (DCIPS). The GG-07 duties for the "Technical/Administrative Support" work category are at the "Entry/Developmental" work level and are equivalent to those at the GS-07 level. The selectee's salary will be set within the grade equivalent to a GS/GG grade based on the selectee's qualifications in relation to the job. ***Salary Ranges includes local market supplement*** In order to qualify, you must meet the general experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Your resume must reflect the quality level of experience which demonstrates the possession of the knowledge, skills, abilities, and competencies necessary for successful job performance required for this position. Examples of creditable experience include knowledge of the organizational and functional responsibilities and operation of an organization. Knowledge of various office automation software programs, tools, and techniques to support office operations and produce a variety of documents such as letters, reports, spreadsheets, databases, and graphs. Note: Creditable experience may include previous military experience, experience gained in the private sector, or experience gained in another government agency. or Education: One full year of graduate level education in a field directly related to the position which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work of the position. NOTE: You must submit a copy of your transcripts. or Combination of Education and Experience: A combination of education and experience may be used to qualify for this position as long as the computed percentage of the requirements is at least 100%. NOTE: You must submit a copy of your transcripts. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas: 1. Extensive knowledge of English grammar, spelling, and punctuation. Ensures evaluation reports reflect the highest quality standards 2. Extensive knowledge of directives/policies and procedures used in preparing evaluation documents and processing classified documents 3. Extensive knowledge of scientific and technical terminology to preserve meaning when paragraphs/sentences are restructured 4. Knowledge of reporting requirements and formats of DOD and non-DOD agencies and other organizations concerned with the Center mission. 5. Extensive knowledge of the Center and directorate LANs on the personal computer and the Sun SPARCstation. Requires proficient in the use of commercial-off-the-shelf (COTS) software (including FrameMaker, MS Word, etc.) residing on the Center and directorate LANs. Expert ability to use COTS software on the LAN to prepare Headquarters Air Force evaluation documents, monthly and quarterly reports, annual summary reports, weekly activity reports, and other documents. Must be able to effectively integrate files created in a variety of formats. Extensive ability to use specific automated equipment hardware on the LANs. Must proficiently use the SUN SPARCstation, the laser printer, the color printer and the scanner. 6. Skill in operating a microcomputer word processing systems and a typewriter. A qualified typist is required. Ability to write and present clear, concise reports and instructions PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week. VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

Education

IF USING EDUCATION TO QUALIFY: If position has a positive degree requirement or education forms the basis for qualifications, you MUST submit transcripts with the application. Official transcripts are not required at the time of application; however, if position has a positive degree requirement, qualifying based on education alone or in combination with experience, transcripts must be verified prior to appointment. An accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education must accredit education. Click here to check accreditation. FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.

How to apply

The complete Application Package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 09/17/2026To preview the Application Questionnaire, please click the following link: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/13052216To begin the process, click the Apply Online button to create an account or log in to your existing USAJOBS account. Follow the prompts to complete the application questionnaire. Please ensure you click the Submit My Application button at the end of the process. To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package which includes: 1. Your Resume (your latest resume will be used to determine your qualifications). If you submit more than one copy of your resume, only the most recent (latest) version will be reviewed. The latest timestamp will be used to determine which version of your resume is "most recent." It is your responsibility to check the status and timestamp of all documents you submit as part of your application. If your resume includes a photograph or other inappropriate material or content, you will not be considered for this vacancy. For qualification determinations your resume must contain hours worked per week (if part-time) and dates of employment (i.e., hours per week and month/year to month/year or month/year to present). If your resume does not contain this information, your application may be marked as insufficient, and you will not receive consideration for this position. 2. A complete Application Questionnaire 3. Additional Required Documents (see Required Documents section). Ensure all submitted documents contain your full name. 4. Return Rights: Per AFI 36-1101 - DCIPS employees have no statutory right of return to the previous position, unit, or geographic location. PLEASE NOTE: It is the applicant's responsibility to verify that information entered and/or uploaded, (i.e., resume) is received, accurate, and submitted by the closing date. You may verify your documents have been processed with your application package successfully. You can access your USAJOBS account to do so by clicking here. Uploaded documents may take up to one hour to clear the virus scan. Human Resources WILL NOT modify or change any answers submitted by an applicant.