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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 Security and Intelligent Documents, Government Publishing Office in Washington, District of Columbia Responsibilities Assists in starting equipment via touch screen, adjusts and help operate a variety of automatic bindery machines containing multiple functions and station capabilities. Assists in combining electro-mechanically with other equipment and devices to produce a complete bindery and finishing unit that processes printed sheets into final books, catalogs, manuals, directories, magazines or other completed products. Assists in making needed adjustments to coordinate the multiple work stations on a single machine. Observes how to interpret job orders, which may be for one-of-a-kind materials; documents how to plan bindery operations utilizing the most efficient procedures and methods to meet job requirements to complete a combined finishing operation. Shadows Bindery Operators in inspecting the work-in-process throughout the manufacturing process of U.S. Passports, Passport related components, Smart Cards, and Smart Card related components. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications This announcement will be open for 365 days (Standing Register) with an established cut-off dates; which allows acceptance of applications through the closing date of the announcement or until 400 applications have been received, 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 referred based on receipt of applications and established cut-off dates as follows: 1st Cut-off: 02/23/2024 or when 100 applications have been reached, whichever occurs first. 2nd Cut-off: 05/24/2024 or when 100 applications have been reached, whichever occurs first. 3rd Cut-off: 08/23/2024 or when 100 applications have been reached, whichever occurs first. Final Closing date: 10/25/2024 ONCE ALL SELECTIONS ARE MADE, THIS ANNOUNCEMENT WILL BE CLOSED WITHOUT FURTHER NOTICE.* To qualify for the position, applicants must meet the following requirements: SCREEN OUT ELEMENT #1): Ability to do the work of a Bindery Machine Operator(Production Technician) without more than normal supervision. Examples of training or experience needed include: 1) Experience OR interest for learning skills as an Bindery Machine Operator (Production Technician) without more than normal supervision; 2) The ability to follow simple directions; 3) The ability to work safely, dexterity, reliability and dependability; 4) Basic knowledge of mathematics (i.e. decimals, metric units) to understand dimensional requirements contained in job orders and to make adjustments as needed; and 5) Ability to use PCs for common applications, such as: spreadsheet programs, databases, and word processing. In addition to meeting the above Screen-Out Element above, the applicants will be required to successfully complete and pass a Hurdle Assessment Questionnaire/Tests prior to selection to measure the following aptitudes: Mechanical Principles Reading Comprehension Basic Computing Skills 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. 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. Additional Information IMPORTANT INFORMATION REGARDING HOURLY RATEPositions are being filled for shifts 1, 2 and 3 at this location (Shifts are determined by Management after selection). Note: Tour of duty is four 10-hour days Monday-Thursday: Shift 1 Work Hours are (4/10 hour days, Monday-Thursday) 7:00am - 5:30pm Shift 2 Work Hours are (4/10 hour nights, Monday-Thursday) 5:00pm - 3:30am Salary for shift 2 will include the 10% night shift Shift 3 Work Hours are (4/10 hour nights, Monday-Thursday) 8:00pm - 6:30am *Salary for shift 3 will include the 10% night shift differential YEAR 1 (85%) of Uprate Bookbinder @ $40.89 per hour YEAR 2 (90%) of Uprate Bookbinder @ $43.30 per hour TEAR 3 (95%) of Uprate Bookbinder @ $45.70 per hour YEAR 4 (103%) Uprate Bookbinder @ 48.11 per hour (Year 4, upon successful completion of Year 3, eligible for Promotion to the Full Performance level *SID Uprate Bookbinder, KB-4402-00) 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:The GPO offers Transit subsidy for commuters using public transportation (Metro Bus/Rail, MARC, VRE, etc.). 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 Secret Clearance. 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. Schedule A: (Disability Appointment):Documentation of eligibility for employment under Schedule A can be obtained from a licensed medical professional (e.g., a physician or other medical professional certified by a state, the District of Columbia, or a U.S. territory to practice medicine); a licensed vocational rehabilitation specialist (i.e., state or private); or any Federal agency, state agency, or agency of the District of Columbia or a U.S. territory that issues or provides disability benefits. The letter must be printed on a "medical professional's" letterhead and signed. Additional vacancies may be filled through this announcement.