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COMPUTER OPERATOR

Washington, DC · On-site

Government Publishing Office (GPO) in Washington, D.C. This role provides essential operational support for high-speed printing and mainframe processing operations, serving the GPO's mission of ...

Government Publishing Office

Supply Technician

Pueblo, CO · On-site +1

$41K - $54K/yr

This position is part of the Government Publication Sales, Government Publishing Office in Pueblo, Colorado. Learn more about this agency Duties Help * Verifies stock condition and identification to ...

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LEAD COMPUTER OPERATOR

Washington, DC · On-site

Government Publishing Office (GPO) in Washington, D.C. This role provides critical operational support for high-speed printing and mainframe processing operations, serving as the shift lead ...

Government Publishing Office

Police Officer

Washington, DC · On-site +1

$72K - $114K/yr

This position is part of the Agency Force Protection, Government Publishing Office in Washington, DC. Learn more about this agency Duties Help * Verifying credentials to ensure only authorized ...

ICF International, Inc.

Technical Editor

Reston, VA · On-site

S. Government Publishing Office (GPO) Style Manual to federal publications and other client deliverables. * Conduct reference checking, fact checking, and editorial quality assurance and quality ...

SAIC

Technical Documentation Specialist

Crane, IN

Government Publishing Office (GPO) Style Manual * Integrated Air Defense System (IADS) * PDF-XChange Editor * ASD-STE100, Simplified Technical English (STE) * Provisioning data * Configuration ...

LogZone, Inc.

Supply Technician

Pueblo, CO · On-site

$27.12 - $29/hr

S. Government Publishing Office. Responsibilities: * Manage inventory, including receiving, processing, and coordinating material flow. * Prepare print orders (including SF-1 forms). * Generate ...

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Supply Technician

Pueblo, CO · On-site

$41K - $50K/yr

S. Government Publishing Office. Responsibilities: * Manage inventory, including receiving, processing, and coordinating material flow. * Prepare print orders (including SF-1 forms). * Generate ...

US Legislative Branch

Stationary Engineer

Washington, DC · On-site

$54.40/hr

This position is part of the Agency Support Operations, Government Publishing Office in Washington, District of Columbia. Qualifications: To qualify for the Stationary Engineer, you must meet the ...

LogZone, Inc.

Supply Technician

Pueblo, CO · On-site

$27.12 - $29/hr

Government Publishing Office.Responsibilities:Manage inventory, including receiving, processing, and coordinating material flow.Prepare print orders (including SF-1 forms).Generate weekly/monthly ...

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How much do government publishing office proofreader jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 14, 2026, the average hourly pay for government publishing office proofreader in the United States is $27.65, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $20.43 and $33.65 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a Government Publishing Office Proofreader do?

A Government Publishing Office (GPO) Proofreader is responsible for reviewing and correcting documents produced by the U.S. Government Publishing Office before they are published. Their job is to ensure that all printed and digital materials are free from errors in spelling, grammar, punctuation, and formatting. Proofreaders at the GPO play a critical role in maintaining the accuracy and credibility of official government publications, including congressional records, laws, and public reports. They often work closely with editors and other publishing professionals to uphold high standards of quality and consistency.

What are some common challenges faced by a Government Publishing Office Proofreader, and how can they be addressed?

Government Publishing Office Proofreaders often encounter challenges such as tight deadlines, managing large volumes of complex government documents, and ensuring accuracy amid evolving style guidelines. To address these, it’s important to maintain strong attention to detail, stay updated on federal publishing standards, and communicate effectively with editors and production teams. Utilizing checklists and digital tools can help streamline the review process, while collaborating closely with colleagues ensures consistency and quality across all publications.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Government Publishing Office Proofreader, and why are they important?

To excel as a Government Publishing Office Proofreader, you need a strong command of English grammar, meticulous attention to detail, and familiarity with editorial standards, typically supported by relevant education or experience in editing or publishing. Proficiency with digital proofreading tools, style guides such as the GPO Style Manual, and document management systems is often required. Exceptional concentration, time management, and communication skills help individuals stand out in this role. These abilities ensure the accuracy, consistency, and quality of official government publications, which is critical for maintaining public trust and record integrity.

What is the difference between Government Publishing Office Proofreader vs Government Publishing Office Copy Editor?

AspectGovernment Publishing Office ProofreaderGovernment Publishing Office Copy Editor
Primary RoleReview and correct errors in spelling, grammar, punctuation, and formattingEdit and improve clarity, style, and consistency of content
Skills & CertificationsAttention to detail, strong language skills, familiarity with style guidesAdvanced editing skills, strong language proficiency, knowledge of editing standards
Work EnvironmentGovernment publishing offices, federal agenciesGovernment publishing offices, federal agencies
Industry UsageCommonly used in government document productionUsed for comprehensive content editing in government publications

While both roles involve working within government publishing, the proofreader focuses on catching errors in spelling and grammar, ensuring accuracy. The copy editor goes further by refining content for clarity, style, and consistency, often requiring more advanced editing skills and a deeper understanding of editing standards.

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Contract Specialist

Washington, DC • On-site

U.S. Government Publishing Office
Government Relations and Lobbying Services • 1 - 5K employees
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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 located in Agency Acquisitions, at the Government Publishing Office in Washington, District of Columbia. THIS IS A DIRECT HIRE ANNOUNCEMENT. The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Direct Hire Authority, authorized by 5 United States Code (U.S.C.), Section 3304 and 5 Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) Part 337, Subpart B. Veterans Preference and traditional rating and ranking of applicants do not apply to the Direct Hire process.

Basic Requirements:

  1. Completion of all mandatory training prescribed by the head of the agency for progression to GS-13 or higher level contracting positions, including at least 4-years experience in contracting or related positions. At least 1 year of that experience must have been specialized experience at the next lower level of the position, and must have the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the work of the position.

  2. A 4-year course of study leading to a bachelor's degree, that included or was supplemented by at least 24 semester hours in any combination of the following fields: accounting, business, finance, law, contracts, purchasing, economics, industrial management, marketing, quantitative methods, or organization and management.

  3. Exceptions: Employees in GS-1102 positions will be considered to have met the standard for positions they occupy on January 1, 2000. This also applies to positions at the same grade in the same agency or other agencies if the specialized experience requirements are met. However, they will have to meet the basic requirements and specialized experience requirements in order to qualify for promotion to a higher grade, unless granted a waiver as stated below.

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE

In addition to the basic requirement stated above, you must have one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to work at the next lower grade level of the position to be filled.

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Your resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the PG-12 grade level. Specialized experience includes the following:

  1. Overseeing the best methods to regulate policy and regulations while determining contract types, procurement strategies, and negotiating complex acquisitions
  2. Evaluating bids and cost price analysis.

Additional qualification information can be found from the following Office of Personnel Management website:https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/1100/contracting-series-1102/

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 09/15/2026 to be considered.

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