SummaryPrinting & Publications Management Section (PPMS) is responsible for planning, directing, and administering policies, procedures, and regulations concerning printing, duplicating, graphic design, distribution, and other related functions. PPMS provides printing, duplicating, binding, distribution, and graphic products and related services for all components for the Department of Justice.
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The duties and responsibilities for a Printing Officer, GS-1654-14 generally include, but are not limited to, the following:
* Responsible for planning, directing, and administering Department-wide policies, procedures, and regulations concerning printing, duplicating, graphic design, distribution, and other related functions.
* Provides advice and guidance to Department officials on the laws and regulations found in Title 44 U.S. Code - Public Printing and Document.
* Control the development, production, procurement and distribution of materials through the utilization of conventional printing and binding methods.
* Responsible for printing and binding projects.
* Negotiates with authorized commercial printing and reproduction sources.
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Conditions of employment- You must be a United States Citizen or National.
- You will be required to complete a pre-employment security investigation and background check which includes a drug screening.
- You may be required to complete a probationary or trial period.
- Selective Service registration is required for males born on, or after, December 31st 1959. Those not registered should have an approved exemption on file.
- You must meet all eligibility requirements by the closing date of this announcement and continue to meet these requirements throughout the hiring process. Offers can be rescinded if requirements are not met.
- A USA Hire assessment is required. An email will be sent with additional information after you submit your application. You will have 48 hours from the closing date of this announcement to complete the assessment.
QualificationsTo qualify for the position of Printing Officer, at GS-1654-14, you must meet the education requirements AND the specialized experience as listed below.
Educational Requirements: Successfully completed an undergraduate or graduate degree in one of the following areas of study: journalism, business administration, English composition, commerce, accounting, printing or printing engineer, graphic or commercial art, industrial engineering or economics. (NOTE: Transcripts must be provided)
Specialized Experience: For the GS-14, 1-year (52 weeks) of specialized experience is required at the next lower grade level, GS-13 or equivalent pay band in the Federal service. Specialized experience is defined as experience managing print production using graphic arts software, file format handling or desktop publishing software AND operating digital, or specialized press and bindery equipment.
You
MUST meet all qualification requirements, including time-in-grade, by the 11/25/2026 of this announcement.
Your resume must support your responses to the application questionnaire and the qualification requirements. Failure to do so may result in an ineligible rating.See the Required Documents section for important notes about what must be included in your resume.
After you submit this application, you will receive an e-mail informing you that a USA Hire assessment is required of you. You will have 48 hours from the closing date of this announcement 11/25/2026 to complete the assessment as this assessment is part of your application.
EducationEducation must be reviewed and certified by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education, in order for it to be creditable towards your qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from accredited institution.
FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in a conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying. For special instructions pertaining to foreign education and a list of organizations that can evaluate foreign education, see the Department of Education website. If you are qualifying on foreign education, you MUST submit proof of creditability of education as evaluated by a credentialing agency.
Transcripts must be uploaded with your application to verify education.All documentation must be in English or include an English translation.
Additional informationAdditional selections may be made from 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.
Probationary or Trial Period (as applicable): As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you may be required to serve a 1-year probationary period or 2-year trial period during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In determining if your employment advances the public interest, we may consider: 1) your performance and conduct; 2) the needs and interests of the agency; 3) whether your continued employment would advance organizational goals of the agency or the Government; and 4) whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service.
Upon completion of your probationary period or trial period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.
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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.
