Head Deskperson
Job Location:
Washington, DC - USA
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Job 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 DC.
- 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.
- You must be a current Career or Career Conditional GPO employee to apply.
- Selectees must pass a physical examination prior to appointment.
- Selectee may be requiremed to serve a one-year probationary period.
- Males born after 12/03/59 must be registered for Selective Service.
- WORKING CONDITIONS: The incumbent works in an office environment which is well lighted and heated.
- Selectee may be required to pass all preemployment requirements prior to appointment.
- PHYSICAL EFFORT: The work involves a combination of sitting and standing.
To qualify for the Head Deskperson KIapplicants 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).
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.
Substitution of education in lieu of specialized experience may not be used for this grade level.
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 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: and 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.
Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government passionate about the ideals of our American republic and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
