- Position Title
- Managing Director
- Agency
- Government Publishing Office
- Announcement Number
- 25-12727953-ST-LAA Opens in new window
- Open Period
- Friday, April 25, 2025 to Wednesday, May 14, 2025
For preview purposes only. To apply, please return to the USAJOBS announcement and click the Apply button.
Eligibilities
1.
Do you claim Veterans’ Preference?
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Do you meet one of the following Competitive Merit Promotion Eligibilities:
• Transfer or Reinstatement Eligibles: Current Federal or former employees with career or career-conditional appointments in the competitive service that hold, or have held a career or career-conditional position at a lower grade level as the position being announced; or,
• Veterans Employment Opportunity Act (VEOA) eligibles
To verify your eligibility, you must submit supporting documentation. For example, a copy of your latest Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50 (SF-50) or equivalent personnel action form reflecting your competitive status or a copy of your latest Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, Member-4 copy of the DD-214 (or equivalent documentation indicating Character of Service) or other proof of your service. This includes any official document or statement from the Armed Forces showing separation, discharge or release from active duty is under honorable conditions (Honorable or General Discharge). Note: Only the branch of service in which the individual served can certify active duty service was performed "Under Honorable Conditions".
SF-50, Notification of Personnel Action- If you are a current or former federal employee, you must submit a SF-50 showing the highest grade level held in the position for which you are using to qualify. Your SF-50 must also include the Position Title and Series, Step, Salary, Tenure, Position Occupied, and promotion potential (if applicable) to verify your status and eligibility. An award SF-50 is not acceptable. If you are unable to provide your most recent SF-50, you should submit a written statement explaining why it was not obtainable. This explanation should include your Position Title and Series, Step, Salary, Tenure, Position Occupied, and promotion potential. Failure to submit the required SF50 document or statement of explanation will result in an ineligible rating under merit promotion procedures.
All required documentation will be outlined in the Job Opportunity Announcement.
• Transfer or Reinstatement Eligibles: Current Federal or former employees with career or career-conditional appointments in the competitive service that hold, or have held a career or career-conditional position at a lower grade level as the position being announced; or,
• Veterans Employment Opportunity Act (VEOA) eligibles
To verify your eligibility, you must submit supporting documentation. For example, a copy of your latest Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50 (SF-50) or equivalent personnel action form reflecting your competitive status or a copy of your latest Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, Member-4 copy of the DD-214 (or equivalent documentation indicating Character of Service) or other proof of your service. This includes any official document or statement from the Armed Forces showing separation, discharge or release from active duty is under honorable conditions (Honorable or General Discharge). Note: Only the branch of service in which the individual served can certify active duty service was performed "Under Honorable Conditions".
SF-50, Notification of Personnel Action- If you are a current or former federal employee, you must submit a SF-50 showing the highest grade level held in the position for which you are using to qualify. Your SF-50 must also include the Position Title and Series, Step, Salary, Tenure, Position Occupied, and promotion potential (if applicable) to verify your status and eligibility. An award SF-50 is not acceptable. If you are unable to provide your most recent SF-50, you should submit a written statement explaining why it was not obtainable. This explanation should include your Position Title and Series, Step, Salary, Tenure, Position Occupied, and promotion potential. Failure to submit the required SF50 document or statement of explanation will result in an ineligible rating under merit promotion procedures.
All required documentation will be outlined in the Job Opportunity Announcement.
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Do you meet one of the following Non-Competitive Merit Promotion Eligibilities:
• Disabled Veteran receiving 30% or more disability compensation from the VA;
• Transfer or reinstatement eligible: current Federal or former employee with career or career-conditional appointment in the competitive service that hold, or have previously held a career or career-conditional position at the same or higher grade level with the same or higher promotion potential as the position being announced; or,
• Individual eligible under other non-competitive appointment authorities such as: Veterans Recruitment Authority; Military spouses under E.O. 13473; Certain former overseas employees; Present and former Peace Corps, VISTA or Action volunteers; Former White House staff; present and former Foreign Service officers and employees; certain National Guard technicians; Schedule A; OPM Interchange Agreement and other miscellaneous authorities.
To verify your eligibility, you must submit supporting documentation. For example, a copy of your latest Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, DD-214 (Member 4 Copy) indicating Character of Service or other proof of your service which includes Character of Service; a copy of your Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50 (SF-50); etc. All required documentation will be outlined in the Job Opportunity Announcement.
• Disabled Veteran receiving 30% or more disability compensation from the VA;
• Transfer or reinstatement eligible: current Federal or former employee with career or career-conditional appointment in the competitive service that hold, or have previously held a career or career-conditional position at the same or higher grade level with the same or higher promotion potential as the position being announced; or,
• Individual eligible under other non-competitive appointment authorities such as: Veterans Recruitment Authority; Military spouses under E.O. 13473; Certain former overseas employees; Present and former Peace Corps, VISTA or Action volunteers; Former White House staff; present and former Foreign Service officers and employees; certain National Guard technicians; Schedule A; OPM Interchange Agreement and other miscellaneous authorities.
To verify your eligibility, you must submit supporting documentation. For example, a copy of your latest Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, DD-214 (Member 4 Copy) indicating Character of Service or other proof of your service which includes Character of Service; a copy of your Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50 (SF-50); etc. All required documentation will be outlined in the Job Opportunity Announcement.
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Are you a current Excepted Service employee of a Federal Agency that has a valid interchange agreement with the Office of Personnel Management?
For more information, review Interchange Agreements with Other Merit Systems. https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/hiring-information/competitive-hiring/#url=InterchangeAgreementsWithOtherMeritSystems
-OR-
Are you a current:
• Postal Career Service Employee;
• Postal Rate Commission Employee;
• Government Accountability Office (GAO) Employee; or,
• Administrative Office of the U.S. Courts Employee?
For more information, review Miscellaneous Authorities Not Regulated By U.S. Office of Personnel Management. https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/hiring-information/competitive-hiring/#url=MiscellaneousAuthoritiesNotRegulated.
To verify your eligibility, you must submit a copy of your Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form (SF-50) reflecting your status.
For more information, review Interchange Agreements with Other Merit Systems. https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/hiring-information/competitive-hiring/#url=InterchangeAgreementsWithOtherMeritSystems
-OR-
Are you a current:
• Postal Career Service Employee;
• Postal Rate Commission Employee;
• Government Accountability Office (GAO) Employee; or,
• Administrative Office of the U.S. Courts Employee?
For more information, review Miscellaneous Authorities Not Regulated By U.S. Office of Personnel Management. https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/hiring-information/competitive-hiring/#url=MiscellaneousAuthoritiesNotRegulated.
To verify your eligibility, you must submit a copy of your Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form (SF-50) reflecting your status.
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Were you formerly employed as a federal civilian on a permanent competitive appointment but are not currently a permanent competitive federal employee?
If eligible, submit a copy of your separation Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50 or equivalent personnel action form reflecting your permanent, competitive status.
• Your separation Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50 (or equivalent personnel action form) must reflect career or career-conditional (Tenure 1 or 2) AND
• Your separation Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50 (or equivalent personnel action form) must reflect your status was in the competitive service (Position Occupied is 1).
If eligible, submit a copy of your separation Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50 or equivalent personnel action form reflecting your permanent, competitive status.
• Your separation Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50 (or equivalent personnel action form) must reflect career or career-conditional (Tenure 1 or 2) AND
• Your separation Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50 (or equivalent personnel action form) must reflect your status was in the competitive service (Position Occupied is 1).
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You are required to submit acceptable proof of your appointment eligibility by submitting a copy of your most recent SF-50 (block 24 must be a "1" or "2"AND block 34 must be a "1"), Notification of Personnel Action, documenting your current position title, pay plan, series, grade, tenure and position occupied for a competitive service appointment AND you must submit your current Fiscal Year Performance Appraisal (FY2024) showing you have performed at an acceptable level.
If you are unable to submit your current Fiscal Year (FY2024) Performance Appraisal you must submit a written explanation as to why it was not obtainable. In this explanation you should include your final rating. Failure to submit your current Fiscal Year (FY2024) Performance Appraisal or a written statement explaining why it was not obtainable will disqualify you from further consideration
7.
Are you currently employed as a civilian employee in the competitive service in a federal agency other than the agency hiring for this position?
If eligible, submit a copy of your separation Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50 or equivalent personnel action form reflecting your permanent, competitive status.
• Your Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50 (or equivalent personnel action form) must reflect career or career-conditional (Tenure 1 or 2) and
• Your Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50 (or equivalent personnel action form) must reflect your status was in the competitive service (Position Occupied is 1).
If eligible, submit a copy of your separation Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50 or equivalent personnel action form reflecting your permanent, competitive status.
• Your Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50 (or equivalent personnel action form) must reflect career or career-conditional (Tenure 1 or 2) and
• Your Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50 (or equivalent personnel action form) must reflect your status was in the competitive service (Position Occupied is 1).
Preferences
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.
Please respond to the following questions below:
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.
Please respond to the following questions below:
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Do you have any relatives working for the Agency for which you are applying?
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- If you answered yes to the previous question, please provide the name, relationship, organization employed within, and location if known.
- If you did not answer yes to the previous questions, please state not applicable (N/A) in the text box.
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If you are a male at least 18 years of age, born after December 31, 1959, have you registered with the Selective Service System (select "Not applicable" if this question does not apply to you)?
If you are a male at least 18 years of age, born after December 31, 1959, have you registered with the Selective Service System (select "Not applicable" if this question does not apply to you)?
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If you are a Federal employee, under what type of appointment are you currently serving?
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If you are, or ever were a Federal civilian employee, indicate the pay plan of the highest graded position you have ever held.
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If you are, or ever were a Federal civilian employee, indicate the grade level or pay band of the highest graded position you have ever held.
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Are you a retiree receiving a Federal annuity, either military or civilian?
Note: If you are an annuitant, your salary or annuity may be reduced upon employment.
Note: If you are an annuitant, your salary or annuity may be reduced upon employment.
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This position requires that the applicant must submit to a Public Trust Security Background Investigation. Are you willing to submit to a Public Background Investigation?
This position has requirements which must be met prior to employment; and, conditions for continued employment. Your answers to the questions in this section will indicate your understanding of, or possession of, these requirements and conditions.
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This position requires you to successfully pass pre-employment prior to appointment. Are you willing undergo the pre-employment process prior to appointment?
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Resume Reminder- Your resume must include the following information for each job listed:
Recommended: Even though we do not require a specific resume format, your resume must be clear so that we are able to fully evaluate your qualifications. To ensure you receive appropriate consideration, please list the duties you performed under each individual job title. If we are unable to match your experiences with the positions held, you may lose consideration for this vacancy. We cannot make assumptions regarding your qualifications.
Have you included all of the above information in your resume
- Job title Duties (be as detailed as possible)
- Month & year start/end dates (e.g. June 2007 to April 2008)
- Full-time or part-time status (include hours worked per week)
- Series and Grade, if applicable, for all Federal positions you have held
Recommended: Even though we do not require a specific resume format, your resume must be clear so that we are able to fully evaluate your qualifications. To ensure you receive appropriate consideration, please list the duties you performed under each individual job title. If we are unable to match your experiences with the positions held, you may lose consideration for this vacancy. We cannot make assumptions regarding your qualifications.
Have you included all of the above information in your resume
Assessment 1
Thank you or applying to the Manager Director position located in the Office of Library Services and Content Management here at the US Government Publishing Office (GPO). You will be evaluated on your responses to the assessment questionnaire; then we will compare your responses against your resume and supporting documentation. If you rate yourself higher than is supported by your application materials, your responses may be adjusted and/or you may be excluded from consideration for this position. Please Note: The documentation in your application package MUST clearly identify the dates that support this experience (month/year) as well as the number of hours per week per job entry.
Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s).
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As a basic requirement for entry into the SLS, applicants must provide evidence of progressively responsible executive leadership and supervisory experience that is indicative of senior level executive management capability and directly related to the skills and abilities outlined under Executive Core Qualifications and Technical Qualifications listed below.
Typically, experience of this nature will have been gained at or above the GS-14/15 grade level in the federal service or its equivalent in the private sector. As such, your resume should demonstrate that you have the knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully fulfill responsibilities inherent in most SLS positions such as: 1) Directing the work of a professional library or public information organization; 2) utilizing life cycle management information, including cataloging, metadata creation, harvesting, digitization, and digital collections, etc. 3)Ensuring the success of one or more specific major programs and projects; 4) evaluating organizational performance and taking action to improve performance; 5) supervising the work of employees and exercising important policy-making, policy determination or other executive functions.
EXECUTIVE CORE QUALIFICATIONS (ECQs): The ECQs were designed to assess executive experience and potential not technical expertise. They measure whether an individual has the broad executive skills needed to succeed in a variety of SLS positions. All applicants must submit a written narrative to address the ECQs. Your narrative must address each ECQ separately and should contain at least two examples per ECQ describing your experiences and accomplishments/results. The narrative should be clear, concise, and emphasize your level of responsibilities, scope and complexity of programs managed, program accomplishments, policy Initiatives undertaken and the results of your actions. Applicants should not enter "Refer to Resume" to explain your answer. The narrative must not exceed 10 pages.
Do you possess 52 weeks of specialized experience (equivalent to the GS-14/15 grade level or higher)?
Typically, experience of this nature will have been gained at or above the GS-14/15 grade level in the federal service or its equivalent in the private sector. As such, your resume should demonstrate that you have the knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully fulfill responsibilities inherent in most SLS positions such as: 1) Directing the work of a professional library or public information organization; 2) utilizing life cycle management information, including cataloging, metadata creation, harvesting, digitization, and digital collections, etc. 3)Ensuring the success of one or more specific major programs and projects; 4) evaluating organizational performance and taking action to improve performance; 5) supervising the work of employees and exercising important policy-making, policy determination or other executive functions.
EXECUTIVE CORE QUALIFICATIONS (ECQs): The ECQs were designed to assess executive experience and potential not technical expertise. They measure whether an individual has the broad executive skills needed to succeed in a variety of SLS positions. All applicants must submit a written narrative to address the ECQs. Your narrative must address each ECQ separately and should contain at least two examples per ECQ describing your experiences and accomplishments/results. The narrative should be clear, concise, and emphasize your level of responsibilities, scope and complexity of programs managed, program accomplishments, policy Initiatives undertaken and the results of your actions. Applicants should not enter "Refer to Resume" to explain your answer. The narrative must not exceed 10 pages.
Do you possess 52 weeks of specialized experience (equivalent to the GS-14/15 grade level or higher)?
You will be evaluated on your responses to the assessment questionnaire; then we will compare it against your resume and supporting documentation. If you rate yourself higher than is supported by your application materials, your responses may be adjusted and/or you may be excluded from consideration for this position. Please Select ONE response.
Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s).
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I understand that the responses provided in this questionnaire must be fully supported in my online resume. I further understand that my resume must provide detailed descriptions and/or examples of my knowledge, skill, and abilities, and Mandatory Technical Requirements/Technical Qualifications, as required in the vacancy announcement and that my failure to do so may result in my being rated "Ineligible" or "Not Qualified" for this position.
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I understand that; failure to address each of the required Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs) AND Mandatory Technical Qualifications (MTQs) statements will result in disqualification of my application.
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Technical Qualification 1: In the text box below, describe your knowledge and expertise and understanding of public information products and programs. Experience in program assessments, process improvements, and implementation of new processes and technology to lead change. Note: If you choose to respond outside of this text box, please indicate by writing the following in the text box: SEPARATE ATTACHMENT.
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Technical Qualification 2: In the text box below, describe your serving as an expert, consultant, and authority in personnel management, staff relations, and strategic planning. Experience with retraining or upskilling staff as duties evolve. Note: If you choose to respond outside of this text box, please indicate by writing the following in the text box: SEPARATE ATTACHMENT.
Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs): In addition to the technical (MTQ/TQs) described above, candidates will be evaluated, particularly in the interview stage, on their managerial qualifications. The following skills are considered to be essential for success as a Senior Executive. Applicants should be specific in documenting these areas in their application materials. PLEASE LIMIT EACH ECQ NARRATIVE TO TWO (2) PAGES. Please provide information concerning your achievements and accomplishments in relation to each of the following areas:
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ECQ 1: Leading Change: This core qualification encompasses the ability to develop and implement an organizational vision which integrates key program goals, priorities, values, and other factors. Inherent to it is the ability to balance change and continuity - to continually strive to improve customer service and program performance within the basic government framework, to create a work environment that encourages creative thinking, and to maintain focus, intensity, and persistence, even under adversity. Note: If you choose to respond outside of this box, please indicate by writing the following in the text box: SEPARATE ATTACHMENT.
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ECQ 2: Leading People: This core qualification involves the ability to design and implement strategies which maximize employee potential and foster high ethical standards in meeting the organization's vision, mission, and goals. Note: If you choose to respond outside of this box, please indicate by writing the following in the text box: SEPARATE ATTACHMENT.
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ECQ 3: Results Driven: This core qualification stresses accountability and continuous improvement. It includes the ability to make timely and effective decisions and produce results through strategic planning and the implementation and evaluation of programs and policies. Note: If you choose to respond outside of this box, please indicate by writing the following in the text box: SEPARATE ATTACHMENT.
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ECQ 4: Business Acumen: This core qualification involves the ability to acquire and administer human, financial, material, and information resources in a manner which instill public trust and accomplishes the organization's mission, and to use new technology to enhance decision making Note: If you choose to respond outside of this box, please indicate by writing the following in the text box: SEPARATE ATTACHMENT.
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ECQ 5: Building Coalitions/Communications: This core qualification involves the ability to explain, advocate, and express facts and ideas in a convincing manner and negotiate with individuals and groups internally and externally. It also involves the ability to develop an expansive professional network with other organizations. Note: If you choose to respond outside of this box, please indicate by writing the following in the text box: SEPARATE ATTACHMENT.