Summary GPO employees possess a diverse array of talent in many administrative fields and trades. We provide other agencies with innovative services for the printing, publishing, storage, and distribution of digital content. If you are an energetic, inventive individual looking for a challenging, yet rewarding career opportunity, GPO may be the place for you. This position is part of the Government Integrated Print Services, Government Publishing Office in Washington, District of Columbia. Responsibilities Applying in-depth knowledge of publishing and printing to manage publishing projects and ensure regulatory compliance. Analyzing and assessing overall requirements of customer agencies and identifying how those products or services can be obtained through agency or by outside vendors effectively and economically. Dealing effectively and efficiently with GPO personnel, the Office of the Federal Register, and other Government agency customer personnel in a professional manner on a variety of levels and positions. Operating independently, setting priorities and resolving most technical issues autonomously. Analyzing long range needs and unusual problems. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications To qualify for the Printing Services Specialist, PG -1654-12, you must meet the following requirements: To qualify for the Printing Services Specialist PG-12, applicants must possess one year of specialized experience equivalent to the PG-11 grade level in the Federal Service that includes: (1) Experience in publishing and printing to manage publishing projects and ensure regulatory compliance; AND (2) Providing technical guidance and ensuring compliance with publishing standards; AND (3) Analyzing technological developments, troubleshooting issues, and implementing improvements in response to evolving publishing standards and technologies. OR Education: Undergraduate and Graduate Education: Major study -- journalism, business administration, English composition, commerce, accounting, printing or printing engineering, graphic or commercial art, industrial engineering, or economics. OR Combination of Education and Specialized Experience as described above. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. All qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement (03/13/2025) to be considered. Education Substitution of education in lieu of specialized experience may not be used or this grade level. Additional Information Employment of Relatives Section 3110 of Title 5, U.S. Code, prohibits a Federal official from appointing, promoting, or advocating the appointment or promotion of a relative in the agency where the official is serving or exercises jurisdiction. In addition, Section 2302(b)(7) of Title 5, U.S. Code, makes it a "prohibited personnel practice" for a person in authority to "appoint, employ, promote, advance, or advocate for the appointment, employment, promotion, or advancement of a relative." For further information visit: https://www.law.cornell.edu/uscode/text/5/3110 and https://www.law.cornell.edu/uscode/text/5/2302 Separated Employees: If you have separated from Federal Government employment, you may obtain a copy of your SF-50 via: National Personnel Records Center, Annex, 1411 Boulder Boulevard, Valmeyer, IL, 62295; or visit the National Archives Website. Work Life Balance: The GPO offers Transit subsidy for commuters using public transportation (Metro Bus/Rail, MARC, VRE, etc.). Background Investigation: For a Public Trust: To ensure the accomplishment of its mission, the GPO requires every employee to be reliable and trustworthy; this position requires a Low-Risk Public Trust background investigation. To meet those standards, all selected applicants must undergo and successfully complete a background for a Low-Risk Public Trust. This review could include financial issues such as delinquency in the payment of debts, child support and/or tax obligations, as well as criminal offenses and illegal use or possession of drugs; this process may take 6 weeks or longer. The Agency may rescind the tentative offer, if the candidate is unable to pass the background investigation. The selectee will work shift 1. Additional vacancies may be filled by this announcement.