Correspondence Analyst-Writer ISA I-D

TITLE: Correspondence Analyst-Writer ISA I-D

LOCATION: USPIS – Washington DC

SECURITY CLEARANCE: Sensitive

SCHEDULE: Due to the nature of law enforcement work and operation, position may require occasional support outside of core working hours, as well as intermittent weekend support, mission dependent.

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About the Role

The Congressional Correspondence Analyst/Writer analyzes and responds to Congressional and official government requests. This role involves comprehensive research, critical evaluation, and the development of clear, accurate written communications that convey the Postal Inspection Service’s and Postal Service's stance on various issues. The analyst identifies critical issues, sources relevant data, integrates feedback from different Inspection Service components, and ensures high standards of accuracy and clarity in written responses. The role includes editing and revising content from other Inspection Service stakeholders, fostering field division cooperation, contributing to reports and government relations initiatives, and ensuring timely and effective communication between the Inspection Service and its stakeholders.

What you will do: 

The position is designated to analyze Congressional and other government information requests, determine pertinent issues, and identify the type of information required. This role involves interaction with the Program Manager to determine necessary research and collect data from various functional areas related to Inspection Service and postal policies, programs, and activities. The analyst evaluates and integrates this information to develop timely and appropriate written responses that clearly explain the Inspection Service's position. The role includes editing and rewriting materials prepared by the Program Manager to ensure accuracy and effective presentation to legislative stakeholders. Approved work duties and tasks include:

• Analyze requests for information to determine pertinent issues and identify the type of information required.
• Determines the most appropriate sources and methods for collecting necessary information.
• Researches and obtains feedback, informational materials, and data from other functional areas concerning postal policies, programs, and activities related to information requests.
• Analyzes, evaluates, and integrates feedback, informational materials, and data to develop timely and appropriate responses.
• Develop written responses that clearly explain and address the relevant issues and facilitate understanding of the Inspection Service's position.
• Edits and rewrites materials prepared by other functional areas and ensures informational accuracy and effective presentation.
• Establishes and maintains cooperative working relationships with field divisions to facilitate effective communication between the Postal Service and Congressional requesters.
• Prepares special reports and assists with government relations initiatives.
• Identifies and recommends improved and alternative methods for meeting Congressional information needs effectively.

Minimum Qualifications & Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university AND a minimum of one year of work experience as a writer, editor, correspondence analyst, or similar role are required. Knowledge and/or experience working within the Legislative Branch is preferable.
• Knowledge of the English language, including composition, grammar, punctuation, and spelling, at a level sufficient to write correct responses.
• Ability to analyze highly complex and critical written inquiries, such as Congressional inquiries, to determine core issues and information needed to respond.
• Ability to write a logical and factual explanation of the organizational position on various issues, incorporating information obtained through research.
• Ability to manage workload to meet established standards and support department response turnaround objectives.
• Ability to research information necessary to prepare responses and reports, including identifying the most appropriate sources and methods to gather the information.
• Ability to communicate orally and in writing with other functional areas at a level sufficient to obtain information necessary to develop written responses.

Clearance: 

Applicants selected may be subject to a government background investigation and may be required to meet the following conditions of employment.

Security Requirements/Background Investigation Requirements: 

• Must be a U.S Citizen or Legal Permanent Resident.
• Favorable credit check for all cleared positions 
• Successfully passing a background investigation including drug screening.

Physical Requirements/Working Conditions:

• Standing/Walking/Mobility: Must have mobility to attend meetings with other managers and employees. Standing for prolonged and extended periods of time.
• Climbing/Stooping/Kneeling: 0% - 10% of the time.
• Lifting/Pulling/Pushing: 0% - 10% of the time.
• Fingering/Grasping/Feeling: Must be able to write, type and use a telephone system 100% of the time.
• Sitting: Sitting for prolonged and extended periods of time.

This job description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions; it does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned. Management may revise duties as necessary without updating this job description.

For more information about the company please visit our website at www.kacecompany.comKACE is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.KACE complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to [email protected].