Printing Services Specialist

This position is located with Bonneville Power Administration, in Mail and Media Services (NWPP) organization of Services (NWP), Workplace Services (NW), Chief Administrative Office (N). A successful candidate in the Printing Services Specialist position will serve as a source of advice and assistance for publishing and printing projects and services presented by customer organizations.

Major duties

As a Printing Services Specialist, you will: Print Production Management: Evaluate print requests and determine the most efficient, cost-effective methods for production, deciding whether to produce materials in-house or through commercial sources via the Government Publishing Office (GPO). Client Consultation: Meet with clients to validate requirements, educate them on lower-cost or sustainable options, and negotiate timelines and specifications. Equipment and Inventory Oversight: Operates production all equipment and software related to printing, Assist with testing and maintaining printing equipment, monitor inventory thresholds, and audit work-in-progress to ensure compliance with standards. Contract Administration (COTR): Serve as the Contracting Officer Technical Representative for outsourced print jobs, overseeing contractor performance, evaluating proposals, and resolving vendor issues. Quality and Compliance Assurance: Track technical progress, review reports for sufficiency, ensure adherence to GPO and legal standards, and handle billing and P-card payments. Process Improvement: Analyze printing and mailing system effectiveness, collaborate with internal teams to recommend cost-saving workflow enhancements, and resolve complex publishing issues. Print Equipment Usage: Utilizing high speed and cut sheet prints (such as Canon V1000s, Canon Arizona, or the HP 8000 series.)

Qualifications

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: GS-09: A qualified candidate's online application and resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level, GS-07, in the Federal service. Specialized experience for this position is defined as: 1) reviewing printing requests to select the best production method; 2) tracking printing deliverables to ensure required deadlines are met; and 3) utilizing various equipment and software to complete printing requests. You may substitute education for specialized experience as follows: Master's or equivalent graduate degree; or 2 full years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree; or a LL.B. or J.D. if related; your education must demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work. -OR- Combination of education and experience as described above. Less than one year of specialized experience may be combined with graduate education in excess of the amount required for the next lower grade level (i.e., credit hours beyond the first year of full-time study may be credited). One academic year of graduate education is considered to be the number of credits hours the graduate school has determined to represent one academic year of full-time study. If the graduate school's definition of one year of graduate study is not available, 18 semester hours (or 27 quarter hours) is used. When crediting education that requires specific course work the number of hours of related courses required, as a proportion of the total education, is prorated. GS-11: A qualified candidate's online application and resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level, GS-09, in the Federal service. Specialized experience for this position is defined as: 1) planning and coordinating print or graphics projects to determine the most cost-effective production methods; 2) working with commercial vendors or printing contractors to track deliverables and resolve issues; and 3) translating customer needs into technical specifications for printing or publishing services. You may substitute education for specialized experience as follows: Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree; or 3 full years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree; or a LL.M., if related; your education must demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work. -OR- Combination of education and experience as described above. Less than one year of specialized experience may be combined with graduate education in excess of the amount required for the next lower grade level (i.e., credit hours beyond the first two years of full-time study may be credited). One academic year of graduate education is considered to be the number of credits hours the graduate school has determined to represent one academic year of full-time study. If the graduate school's definition of one year of graduate study is not available, 18 semester hours (or 27 quarter hours) is used. When crediting education that requires specific course work the number of hours of related courses required, as a proportion of the total education, is prorated. "Experience" refers to paid and unpaid experience. Examples of qualifying unpaid experience may include: volunteer work done through National Service programs (such as Peace Corps and AmeriCorps); as well as work for other community-based philanthropic and social organizations. 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. Time-in-Grade: Current Federal employees must meet time-in-grade requirements by the closing date of this announcement to receive consideration. CTAP/ICTAP candidates: To be considered "well qualified" you must meet all of the requirements as described in this section. You must meet all qualifications and eligibility requirements by the closing date of this announcement.

Education

If substituting education for specialized experience you must submit proof of your qualifying education. Education must be obtained from an accredited institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. See Department of Education Accreditation Search to verify school accreditation. Foreign education must be reviewed by an organization recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. For special instructions pertaining to foreign education and a list of organizations that can evaluate foreign education, see the Department of Education website.DO NOT email or mail in any of your application documents. Documents will not be accepted outside of the online application system. Failure to provide college transcripts may result in a rating of 'Ineligible'.

Requirements

In accordance with Executive Order 14170, applicants are encouraged to respond to four short, free-response, essay questions in the questionnaire. Answer to these questions is not scored or rated. Your answers will be reviewed by the hiring manager and agency leadership if you are referred for selection consideration. When you apply you will be asked a series of questions to determine your eligibility for employment and your qualification for this position specifically. You must answer all of these questions completely and truthfully. Key Requirements: You must be a United States Citizen. This employer participates in the e-Verify program. Males must abide by Selective Service registration requirements. You will be required to report in person to the official duty location. Conditions of Employment: Incumbent must be able to lift items weighing 20-50 lbs.