Department: Department of the Air Force
Location(s): Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling, District of Columbia
Salary Range: $121785 - $158322 Per Year
Job Summary: Click on "Learn more about this agency" button below to view Eligibilities being considered and other IMPORTANT information. The primary purpose of this position is: to work as Senior Publishing Analyst providing a total Air Force-wide (Secretariat, Air Staff, major commands (MAJCOM), field operating agencies (FOA), and direct reporting units (DRU) publishing development service to Air Force personnel who are responsible for developing Air Force Electronic Publishing and Printing Program.
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Qualifications: In order to qualify, you must meet the specialized experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Administrative and Management Positions. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-12, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes knowledge of a wide range of principles, practices, and quantitative and qualitative evaluative techniques used in publishing programs to identify, evaluate, resolve, and present issues or problems to isolate discrepancies or identify trends that impact organizational mission objectives both operationally and strategically. Knowledge of the USAF command structure, mission, programs, and organizational relationships plus a comprehensive knowledge of the legislation, laws, regulations, and initiatives that affect publishing management to develop and execute complex studies that involve multiple locations, a variety of programs, and numerous issues. Knowledge of principles, procedures, and technology associated with publishing management. Knowledge of all phases of the publishing management process to include preparation of documentation for specifications and distribution. Ability to analyze and solve complex problems and to make and defend recommendations to OPRs and higher departmental management. Ability to use, manipulate, and or synthesize various data systems and sources of information to cross-correlate data and metrics to evaluate data within the context of the publication environment, develop documentation to better support mission objectives and select and coordinate with appropriate parties of interest. FEDERAL TIME-IN-GRADE (TIG) REQUIREMENT FOR GENERAL SCHEDULE (GS) POSITIONS: Merit promotion applicants must meet applicable time-in-grade requirements to be considered eligible. One year at the GS-12 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-13 level. TIG applies if you are in a current GS position or held a GS position within the previous 52 weeks. NOTE: Applicants applying as VEOA candidates who are current GS civil service employees or are prior GS civil service employees within the past 52 weeks must also meet time-in-grade requirements. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas: 1. Extensive knowledge of various types of software and publishing equipment with particular emphasis on production capabilities and limitation including electronic composition and related equipment used in database creation.Complete knowledge of the Federal publishing guidelines 2. In-depth knowledge of program management planning for all phases of the publishing management process to include preparation of documentation for specification and electronic access. Specific knowledge of principles, policies, procedures and technology associated with publishing management and knowledge of the theories, principles, provision and techniques that relates to the program planning development and control of major published products. 3. Specific knowledge of Microsoft Word software computer application for electronic publishing. In depth knowledge of all facets of electronic processing from the development stage to the finished product. 4.Extensive knowledge of principles, procedures and technology associated with the production method and the use of the end product. Must be knowledgeable of most suitable method of producing the product and management practices, theories and techniques needed to analyze and develop the product for various systems. 5. A thorough and comprehensive knowledge of management principles and work measurement techniques. 6. Ability to analyze and solve complex problems and to make and defend recommendations to Office of Primary Responsibilities (OPRs) and Publication Control Managers (PCMs). Ability to research and locate and use numerous sources of information. Ability to maintain effective interpersonal relationships in the work environment. PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week. VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
How to Apply: The complete Application Package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (ET) on 01/16/2026 To preview the Application Questionnaire, please click the following link: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12863164 To begin the process, click the Apply Online button to create an account or log in to your existing USAJOBS account. Follow the prompts to complete the application questionnaire. Please ensure you click the Submit My Application button at the end of the process. To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package which includes: 1. Your Resume. If you submit more than one resume, only the most recent will be reviewed. The "most recent" is considered the resume with the latest timestamp. Resumes may not exceed two pages. The two-page resume ensures the most relevant experience is reviewed and considered, which is a common practice in both the public and private sectors. Resumes exceeding two pages will be removed from consideration. Additional information on how to complete or update your resume may be located here. For qualification determination your resume must contain hours worked per week and dates of employment (i.e., month/year to month/year or month/year to present). If your resume does not contain this information, your application may be marked as insufficient, and you will not receive consideration for this position. If you are a current Federal employee or previous Federal employee, provide your pay plan, series and grade, i.e. GS-0301-09. Current Federal Civilian Employees may list any relevant performance related rating (given within the last three years) and/or incentive awards in your resume. Do NOT include photographs, inappropriate material, inappropriate content, nor personal information such as age, gender, religion, social security number, etc., on your resume. If the resume you submit contains such information you will not be considered for this vacancy. Your name, first and last, MUST be included on your resume. 2. A complete Application Questionnaire 3. Additional Required Documents (see Required Documents section). Ensure all submitted documents contain your full name. 4. Help recruiters find you. Make your resume and profile searchable, which means recruiters may contact you about possible jobs. Additional information may be located here. PLEASE NOTE: It is the applicant's responsibility to verify that information entered and/or uploaded, (i.e., resume) is received, accurate, and submitted by the closing date. You may verify your documents have been processed with your application package successfully. You can access your USAJOBS account to do so by clicking here. Uploaded documents may take up to one hour to clear the virus scan. Human Resources WILL NOT modify or change any answers submitted by an applicant.
Application Deadline: 2026-01-16