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Publications Officer
Work Schedule: |
Full Time |
Salary: |
$45,639 – $60,989
GS-8/1 – GS-11/1 |
Location: |
Washington, DC metropolitan area |
Publications Officers support the CIA's intelligence efforts by
editing and publishing daily and periodic publications as a facet of the
Agency's intelligence information collection program or as an adjunct to
intelligence research and analysis. These professionals apply publishing
tradecraft principles, corporate writing standards, and knowledge of grammar
and punctuation in producing and archiving publications in both hardcopy and
electronic formats. Products are disseminated internally and to policymakers
throughout the federal government, including the President of the United States.
Minimum requirements include a bachelor's
degree in English, journalism, communications, or a related field. Candidates
must be detail-oriented and able to work effectively in a fast-paced teamwork
environment in order to meet customer deadlines. They must possess
comprehensive knowledge of grammar and punctuation. CIA is currently hiring for
Entry and Developmental levels:
Entry (GS 08 - GS 09) - Edits,
creates, and processes simple text and graphics products for hardcopy and
electronic publication and dissemination. Learns and applies established
technical production and quality control standards and guidelines. Understands basics of content management on
Web sites.
Developmental (GS 10 - GS 11) - In
addition to meeting entry-level requirements, has substantial direct experience in
publishing through positions in either the private sector or elsewhere in the
US Government. Conceptualizes and
produces Web products.
Throughout these levels of progression, Publications Officers will
have the opportunity to participate in training available internally or through
external classes, workshops, seminars, and conferences.
All applicants must successfully complete a thorough medical and psychological exam, a polygraph interview and an extensive background investigation. US citizenship is required.
To be considered suitable for Agency employment, applicants must generally not have used illegal drugs within the last twelve months. The issue of illegal drug use prior to twelve months ago is carefully evaluated during the medical and security processing.
Important Notice: Friends, family, individuals, or organizations may be interested to learn that you are an applicant for or an employee of the CIA. Their interest, however, may not be benign or in your best interest. You cannot control whom they would tell. We therefore ask you to exercise discretion and good judgment in disclosing your interest in a position with the Agency. You will receive further guidance on this topic as you proceed through your CIA employment processing.
To Apply:
Submit Resume Online
Note: Multiple submissions are unnecessary and will slow the processing of your resume. Of course, if you made an error in your submission or need to update your resume, you may submit another resume. The second resume will overwrite the first.
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An equal opportunity employer and a drug-free work force.
Posted: Feb 01, 2008 01:55 PM
Last Updated: Feb 04, 2009 09:39 AM
Last Reviewed: Feb 04, 2009 09:39 AM