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 Agency Support Operations, Government Publishing Office in Washington, District of Columbia.
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Duties
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- Performs property disposal functions involving receipt, inspection, temporary storage, reissue, sale, transfer, recycling, and final disposition of surplus/excess Government property.
- Maintains listings of returned assets and determines if spare or replacement equipment parts are in stock and should be included within disposals.
- Prepares reports identifying unserviceable property and recommends appropriate disposal methods in accordance with applicable regulations and environmental requirements.
- Maintains automated inventory disposal records and prepares statistical and financial reports documenting surplus property transactions and disposition activities.
- Identifies Government property through nomenclature, part numbers, serial numbers, and/or manufacturer data plates to ensure accurate accountability.
- Identifies hazardous materials and hazardous waste, ensuring proper segregation, labeling, storage, documentation, and timely disposal in accordance with environmental and safety regulations.
Requirements
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Conditions of employment
- U.S. Citizenship is required.
- Selectee must pass preemployment requirements prior to appointment.
- Males born after 12/03/59 must be registered for Selective Service.
- Selectee may be required to serve a one-year probationary period.
- Selectee must undergo a background investigation for Suitability.
- Selectee may be required to work overtime, as needed.
- Physical Demands: Requires some physical exertion, such as standing, walking over rough or uneven surfaces, bending, stretching, reaching, lifting moderately heavy items and average agility and dexterity.
- Work Environment: Work is frequently performed in an office setting, shop, and warehouse. May be exposed to dirt, dust, and the possibility of injury from falling or dropped stock and exposure to cuts, bruises, and lacerations may exist.
Qualifications
To qualify for the Property Disposal Technician, PG-1107-7, you must meet the following requirements:
Applicants must possess one year of specialized experience that is equivalent to at least the PG-6 grade level in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector, which includes:
(1) Maintaining records of excess/returned property and recommending appropriate methods of disposal.
(2) Compiling reports such as financial inventory.
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 (08/10/2026) to be considered.
Education
Substitution of education in lieu of specialized experience
may not be used for this grade level.
Additional information
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
Separated Employees:
If you have separated from Federal Government employment, you may obtain a copy of your SF-50 via: National Personnel Records Center, Annex, 1411 Boulder Boulevard, Valmeyer, IL, 62295; or visit the National Archives Website.
Work Life Balance:
The GPO offers Transit subsidy for commuters using public transportation (Metro Bus/Rail, MARC, VRE, etc.).
Background Investigation for a Suitability:
To ensure the accomplishment of its mission, the GPO requires every employee to be reliable and trustworthy; this position requires a background investigation for Suitability. To meet those standards, all selected applicants must undergo and successfully complete a background check for Suitability. This review could include fingerprints and credit checks, as well as a full field FBI background investigation and tax and bar checks for attorney applicants. The background investigation covers a period of seven to ten years depending on the nature of the position; this process may take 6 weeks or longer. The Agency may rescind the tentative offer, if the candidate is unable to pass the background investigation.
Additional vacancies may be filled by this announcement.
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Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.
Benefits
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A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
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Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.