Summary OIG is organized into seven operational units: the Immediate Office of the Inspector General, Office of the Counselor, Office of Audits and Evaluations, Office of Healthcare Inspections, Office of Investigations, Office of Management and Administration, and Office of Special Reviews. In addition to the Washington, DC, headquarters, OIG has offices located in more than 60 locations throughout the country. Responsibilities This position can be filled in any of the following VAOIG locations: Atlanta GA, Decatur, GA Austin TX, Baltimore MD, Bay Pines FL, Chicago Hines IL, Cleveland Independence IL, Dallas TX, Denver Aurora CO, Kansas City MO, Las Vegas NV, Los Angeles CA, Martinez CA, Miami Miramar FL, Orlando FL, Palm Beach Gardens FL, Portland OR, Sacramento CA, Salem VA, Salt Lake City UT, San Diego CA, Seattle WA, Spokane, Trenton NJ, and Washington DC. (Selected VAOIG employee will remain at their current duty location). As a Visual Information Specialist, you will: Serve as primary specialist for original electronic and printed matter projects including all VA OIG publications, presentations, and graphic renderings. Complete high-level, complex, and high visibility projects that frequently often cut across organizational lines, requiring frequent consultation with top VA OIG staff to understand their needs and advise on effective design concepts. Maintain effectiveness and consistency in design and production, review visual materials produced by other elements of the VA OIG, administer the procurement of all types of visual art services, and makes program recommendations to the Communications Chief that relate to the visual programs of the VA OIG. Use the available desktop publishing technology and equipment in the development, design, and production of unique high-profile multimedia products for VAOIG, including illustrations, videos, motion graphics, digital and printed publications, posters, or other visual presentations, to include recruitment- and promotional-related content. All Candidates who are: Internal employees of VAOIG who are Status Candidates or currently serving on a Veterans Recruitment Appointment (VRA), OR CTAP eligibles. Requirements Conditions of Employment The experience may have been gained in either the public, private sector or volunteer service. One year of experience refers to full-time work; part-time work is considered on a prorated basis. To ensure full credit for your work experience, please indicate dates of employment by month/day/year, and indicate number of hours worked per week on your résumé. Key Requirements: Click "Print Preview" to review the entire announcement before applying. Must be a U.S. Citizen or U.S. National. Qualifications You must meet the following requirements within 30 days of the closing date of this announcement. Specialized Experience for the GS-13 is one year (52 weeks) of experience at a level of difficulty and responsibility equivalent to the GS-12 grade level in the Federal service, or equivalent, which has equipped the candidate with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position. Specialized experience for this position includes: Managing all aspects of producing visual information for print and online uses, including the design, creation, and preparation of graphic art, videos, charts, page layouts, designs, and related content; AND Planning and coordinating the preparation and use of photographs, videos, illustrations, drawings and various kinds of visual material for use in communicating information through visual means; AND Applying script, graphic design and print electronic publishing processes using current versions of Adobe Creative Suite (i.e. Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator, etc.) and Microsoft Suite (i.e. Word, PowerPoint, Excel) applications; AND Meets with senior leadership to present project plans and recommends technical advantages and disadvantages of formats, styles, media, and methods of reproduction. In addition to the above requirements, you must meet the following time-in-grade requirement, if applicable: For the GS-13, you must have been at the GS-12 level for 52 weeks. Time After Competitive Appointment: Candidates who are current Federal employees serving on a non-temporary competitive appointment must have served at least three months in that appointment. Education Additional Information - We may select from this announcement or any other source to fill one or more vacancies. Applicants who apply for this position may be considered for other positions within the Office of Inspector General that require the same knowledge, skills, and abilities. - This is a non-bargaining unit position. - We offer opportunities for flexible work schedules. - Office assignment may be at one of the locations listed on the announcement subject to availability and OIG management discretion. Conditions of Employment (CONTINUED): - A one year probationary period may be required. - Must successfully complete a background investigation. - Public Trust - Background Investigation will be required. - If you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959, certify that you have registered with the Selective Service System or are exempt from having to do so. - Have your salary sent to a financial institution of your choice by Direct Deposit/Electronic Funds Transfer. - Go through a Personal Identity Verification (PIV) process that requires two forms of identification from the Form I-9. Federal law requires verification of the identity and employment eligibility of all new hires in the U.S. - Complete a Declaration for Federal Employment to determine your suitability for Federal employment, at the time requested by the agency. - Obtain and use a Government-issued purchase card for business-related travel. Our comprehensive benefits are very generous. Our benefits package includes: - Challenging work, opportunities for advancement, competitive salaries, bonuses and incentive awards. - Eleven paid holidays, 13 days of sick leave, and 13 to 26 days of vacation time each year. - Access to insurance programs that may be continued after you retire. - A wide choice of health insurance plans, coverage for pre-existing conditions, and no waiting periods. We pay a substantial amount (up to 75%) of the health insurance premiums. - A retirement program which includes employer-matching contributions.- Learn more about Federal benefits programs at: https://help.usajobs.gov/working-in-government/benefits