GPO employees possess an array representation 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 Plant Operations, Government Publishing Office in Washington, District of Columbia.

Duties

Proofreads, marks up and revises typographical, spelling, and style errors in both straight and tabular matter. Manually and electronically prepares copies for typesetting in accordance with appropriate style manuals. Revises galley corrections and page proofs; Troubleshoots files to identify and fix errors. Utilizes Standard Generalized Markup Language (SGML), Extensible Markup Language (XML) and associated programs to proofread and typeset government publications. Operates computer terminals to produce databases. Manipulates various file types to make corrections, author's alterations and updates. Keyboards coded manuscript with a high degree of accuracy. Troubleshoots files to identify and fix errors. Performs other duties as assigned. Meets standards for quality.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship is Required.
• Selectee must pass a drug test prior to appointment.
• Males born after 12/03/59 must be registered for Selective Service.
• Selectee may be required to serve a one year probationary period
• Selectee must be able to obtain and maintain a (enter security clearance).
• Confidential Financial Disclosure report may be required.

Qualifications

To qualify for the Proofreader/Keyboarder, KI -4403-00, you must meet the following requirements: To minimally qualify for the KI-4403-00 level, you must meet the requirement below: Applicants must meet Screen Out/Job Element #1: Ability to do the work of the position without more than normal supervision: Proofreading books, newspapers, or magazine proofs for publication or general distribution and must demonstrate skill in manipulating electronic files in order to make corrections, key manuscripts with a high degree of speed and accuracy, working in a fast-paced environment, typesetting material, and applying and interpreting proofreader marks. Technical Practices (theoretical, precise, artistic) Ability to Interpret Instructions, Specifications, etc. (other than blueprint reading). Ability To Use and Maintain Tools and Equipment This requires knowledge of printing composition technology, processes, and terminology, skill in using and interpreting standard proofreader marks, and skill in using personal computers and software related to the printing/composing trade. To meet this screen out, applicants must have completed a formal, recognized printing apprenticeship; or possess substantially equivalent practical experience in the composing trade (at least four years) in proofreading books or magazine proofs or comparable copies for publication or general distribution would be considered substantially equivalent practical experience. Experience such as copy holder is not considered as practical experience. In addition, applicants must have at least one-year of journey person-level experience in proofreading books or magazine proofs for publication or general distribution or two years of journey person level experience in reading proofs on a daily newspaper. 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. This Open Continuous announcement allows acceptance of applications through September 19, 2024, or until 300 applications have been received or all positions have been filled whichever occurs first. The intent of this announcement is to establish a standing register of qualified candidates and refer for consideration when vacancies occur. Applications will be reviewed and referred for selection as vacancies occur within the Business Unit. The initial cut off for the referral list is September 29, 2023. Eligible applications received aft er that date will be referred at regular intervals or as additional vacancies occur on an as-needed basis. ONCE ALL SELECTIONS ARE MADE, THIS ANNOUNCEMENT WILL BE CLOSED WITHOUT FURTHER NOTICE. Applicants are encouraged to apply early in order to maximize their employment opportunities. Subsequent cut-offs will be midnight on the dates below. Applications received after these cutoff dates may be considered on future requests to fill vacancies. Your application will remain in the inventory of tentatively qualified applicants. The announcement may be closed earlier or extended without further notice. Final application disposition will be completed once all positions have been filled or the announcement reaches the end of the open period. Additional application cut-off dates are as follows: December 28, 2023 March 27, 2024 June 25, 2024 September 19, 2024 (final closing date) All qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement (09/19/2024) to be considered.

Contacts

• Address US Government Publishing Office 732 North Capitol St. NW Washington, DC 20401 US
• Name: Chauntel Moore
• Phone: 2025121308
• Email: [email protected]