Head Deskperson

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

Duties

• Performs initial editing and processing of files (for example: PDF, Word, Text) from Office of the Federal Register (OFR) for the Register and Congressional products.
• Troubleshoots and effectively processes work and understands the production priorities (for example: Federal Register, Congressional Record, Reports, Hearings and other Congressional products.)
• Distributes and reviews the work of Proofreaders.
• Keeps Supervisor apprised of exceptional workers and/or the poor work performed by Proofreaders.
• Answers queries on galley proofs and verifies marks to be carried on proofs, to the department.

Qualifications

To qualify for the Head Deskperson, KI-4403-00, applicants must meet the following Screen Out-Element: 1- Ability to do the work of the position without more than normal supervision. Your qualifications will first be evaluated against the prescribed screen out element, which usually appears as question 1 in the online questionnaire. If your knowledge and ability in the SCREEN OUT ELEMENT below is not sufficient, you will not receive further consideration. In addition to the SCREENOUT, applicants must also have the ability to perform the following: Proofreads text to make changes and answer queries regarding press jobs. Answers readers' questions regarding office style and peculiarities in work of an extraordinary nature. Interprets formats, coding, and preparation when of a technical nature. Answers queries on galley proofs and train others, as necessary (i.e. where to look for information needed to properly process proofs). In addition to the SCREENOUT Question above: Per GPO 615.2C FEDERAL MERIT PROMOTION PLAN (FMPP) Appendix B;GPO employees must have completed the following:(1) COMPLETED A FORMAL, RECOGNIZED APPRENTICESHIP OR GPO JOURNEYPERSON TRAINING PROGRAM, OR POSSESS SUBSTANTIALLY EQUIVALENT PRACTICAL EXPERIENCE IN THE TRADE OF THE VACANT POSITION. AND(2) SERVED A MINIMUM OF 1 YEAR IN A CAREER OR CAREER-CONDITIONALAPPOINTMENT IN THE GPO. Have you completed the GPO FMPP Appendix B training or practical experience stated above? All qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement to be considered.

Education

Substitution of education in lieu of specialized experience may not be used for this grade level. How You Will Be Evaluated

Once the application process is complete, a review of your application will be made to ensure you meet the job requirements. To determine if you are qualified for this position, a review of your resume and supporting documentation will be made and compared against your responses to the occupational questionnaire. The rating you receive is based on your responses to the questionnaire and supporting documents. If, after reviewing your resume and/or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and/or experience, you may be excluded from further consideration for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating. You will be evaluated on the following Job elements required for the position: JOB ELEMENTS: Those who meet the minimum level of experience and training for the screen-out element will then be evaluated in each of the following job elements: Element# 82-A: Knowledge of Materials Element 75-B: Ability to Interpret Instructions, Specifications, etc. (Other Than Blueprint Reading) Element 25-E: Technical Practices (Theoretical, Precise, Artistic) Element 6: Operation of Job Family Specify Equipment, Machinery, etc. Element 81-B: Ability to Use and Maintain Hand Tools (Electrical Work) Element 60: Use of Measuring Instruments We DO NOT require a separate narrative statement responding to the competencies, however your resume should CLEARLY show possession of these competencies. If you meet the qualification requirements listed above, your application will be rated based on your online questionnaire and supporting documents. If your final rating places you among the top candidates, your application will be referred to the selecting official for further review. Other 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 Work Life Balance: Background Investigation: To ensure the accomplishment of its mission, the GPO requires every employee to be reliable and trustworthy. To meet those standards, all selected applicants must undergo and successfully completed a background investigation for a Suitability. This review could include financial issues such as delinquency in the payment of debts, child support and/or tax obligations, as well as certain criminal offenses and illegal use or possession of drugs. Depending on the type of background investigation required, the security process may take between 6 weeks to 12 months. The agency may rescind the tentative offer, if the candidate is unable to obtain an interim clearance. Reasonable Accommodation: This agency provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process you must contact the HC Specialist on the vacancy announcement at least seven business days before the closing date of this announcement to receive assistance. The decision on granting reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis. The selectee will work Shift 3 11:30 p.m. to 8:00 a.m. The selectee will also be required to work overtime/holidays/weekends as needed. Additional vacancies may be filled in addition to the number stated in this announcement.