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Position Title
Supply Technician (Inventory)
Agency
Government Publishing Office
Announcement Number
25-12746465-DE-TL Opens in new window
Open Period
Tuesday, June 10, 2025 to Tuesday, June 24, 2025
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Eligibilities
1. Do you claim Veterans’ Preference? (limit characters)
2. Are you a veteran who separated from active duty under honorable conditions AND you:

• have a rating by the Department of Veterans Affairs showing a compensable service-connected disability of 30% or more?; OR,

• are retired from active military service with a service-connected disability rating of 30% or more?

 For more information, review USAJOBS Veterans resources:  https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/working-in-government/unique-hiring-paths/veterans/.

To verify your eligibility, you must submit a copy of your latest Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, DD-214 (copy indicating character of service) or other proof of your service which includes character of service. You must also submit the disability letter from the Department of Veterans Affairs or Armed Service and the Application for 10-Point Veteran Preference, Standard Form 15.
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3. This position is open to All U.S. Citizens (Competitive).  When a job opportunity announcement is open to "All U.S. Citizens", it means that anyone with U.S. Citizenship may apply.  Job seekers may use the  Self-Check through E-Verify https://www.uscis.gov to verify citizenship, if available in their state of residence.  
 
Please note that Status candidates, Status (Merit Promotion), may also elect to be considered under  "All U.S. Citizens (Competitive)". 

Are  you a U.S. Citizen?
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4. Are you applying based upon the Veterans Opportunity to Work (VOW) to Hire Heroes Act of 2011?
 
Many service members begin their civilian job search prior to being released from Active Duty service, and may not have a DD-214 form to submit along with their resume. VOW allows certain Active Duty service members to be treated as preference eligibles in the competitive or excepted service, even though the service member has not been discharged or released from Active Duty. Under the VOW Act, tentative preference will be granted to a active duty service member who meets the following:Submit a certification (in lieu of a DD-214 form) along with their job application materials. (Agencies will verify the individual meets the definition of 'preference eligible' under 5.U.S.C. 2108 prior to appointment).
A "certification" is any written document from the Armed Forces that certifies the service member is expected to be discharged or released from Active Duty service in the Armed Forces within 120 days after the certification is submitted by the applicant.
The certification letter should be on letterhead of the appropriate military branch of service and contain (1) the military service dates including the expected discharge or release date; and (2) the Character of Service.Note:  If the certification has expired; you must provide documentation (e.g., a copy of the DD form 214) that demonstrates the service member is a preference eligible per 5 U.S.C. 2108, in your application package before veterans' preference can be awarded.

To Learn more about VOW, please go to: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/veterans-employment-initiative/vet-guide
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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:
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1. Do you have any relatives working for the Agency for which you are applying? (limit characters)
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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)?
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4. If you are a Federal employee, under what type of appointment are you currently serving? (limit characters)
5. If you are, or ever were a Federal civilian employee, indicate the pay plan of the highest graded position you have ever held. (limit characters)
6. 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. (limit characters)
7. 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.
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Assessment 1
Thank you for applying to the Supply Technician (Inventory), PG-2005-06, position located in the Government Publication Sales, Pueblo Distribution Center (PDC) at 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: Your resume MUST clearly identify the dates that support this experience (month/year) as well as the number of hours worked per week for each position. (limit characters)
1. Please select ONE response below that best describes the specialized experience you possess that meets the minimum qualification for a Supply Technician (Inventory), PG-2005-06. PLEASE NOTE: Your resume MUST clearly identify the dates that support this experience (month/year) as well as the number of hours worked per week for each position.
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From the following list of task questions, please select the best response that demonstrates your training and/or experience related to the work of this position, Supply Technician (Inventory), PG-2005-06. Please select one answer for each task question. (limit characters)
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided. (limit characters)
2. Generate reports in spreadsheet format using Microsoft Excel or similar software.
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3. Maintain records of production history through unit production reports.
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4. Review and analyze reports to ensure customer satisfaction and optimize unit productivity.
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5. Utilize Radio-Frequency Identification (RFID) and Bar Code software to track and manage inventory.
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6. Prioritize concurrent projects to ensure efficient workflow and timely completion.
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7. Communicate effectively with internal and external customers.
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8. Attend and actively contribute to meetings to support team objectives and decision making.
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9. Monitor inventory levels and notify senior technicians when stock replenishment is necessary to maintain adequate inventory.
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10. Organize daily inventory control operations to ensure efficient and accurate management of stock.
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11. Investigate inventory discrepancies and identify the root causes to implement corrective actions and prevent future issues.
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12. Document and reconcile inventory discrepancies using a variety of inventory control methods to ensure accuracy and resolve issues.
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13. Manage inventory control for publications and shipping supplies, ensuring accurate tracking and availability.
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14. Prepare type orders and requisitions using standard forms for print orders related to publications.
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15. Conduct hand and scale counts to accurately track inventory levels for inventory management purposes.
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16. Use basic computer skills to access, update, and manage records efficiently.
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17. Use Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) and Inventory Management Systems (IMS) to query data and generate supply and inventory reports.
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