Summary
The Senate Sergeant at Arms is seeking a Graphics Designer. The complete vacancy announcement and application can be found on the United States Senate Career Page at https://sen.gov/J5NY. This vacancy announcement closes at 7pm EST on the closing date. Late applications will not be accepted.
This job is open to
- The public
U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.
Duties
Creates high-quality graphically-designed publications and visual aids using advanced techniques, equipment and software; typesets newsletters, letterheads, business cards, etc.
Creates interactive and web-friendly projects for Senators, staff and support staff.
Consults with Senate offices, Committees, and support offices, to assist and create various print and interactive, web-friendly, projects.
Assists customer with questions and status of pending job orders.
Creates and lays out projects using in-house printers, staplers, and industrial cutters.
Prepares and engraves files for plastic and metal nameplates.
Designs and creates charts, signs, and other presentation artwork for large format printing using various applications; manipulates customer supplied digital files to create large format print ready files as needed.
Prepares proofs for review by Senate customers; edits proofs based on customer revisions.
Proofreads text and layouts; corrects errors.
Monitors and maintains calibration of color management process.
Maintains and troubleshoots various printers, copiers, scanners and other related equipment.
Produces Braille materials for visually impaired persons.
Requirements
Conditions of Employment
- For conditions of employment and citizenship requirements, please visit the job announcement on the United States Senate Career Page at
https://sen.gov/J5NY
Qualifications
Work requires a Bachelor’s degree, and at least three years of graphic design experience; or any equivalent combination of experience and training that provides the following knowledge, abilities and skills:
- Knowledge of, or the ability to learn, services provided by SAA Printing, Graphics & Direct Mail (PGDM).
- Knowledge of, or the ability to learn, departmental rules, regulations, procedures and functions, including policies and regulations set by the Senate Rules Committee and the Senate Committee on Ethics.
- Knowledge of office equipment, computers and relevant software/Web applications, and spreadsheets and databases.
- Knowledge of established printing and graphics design principles and practices used in composition, typesetting and publication layouts.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with Senate staff and resolve customer problems.
- Ability to work in a Mac environment.
- Ability to effectively convey customer ideas in an appealing manner.
- Ability to meet deadlines.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, co-workers, and customers.
- Ability to communicate effectively.
Physical Demands and Working Environment
Work is primarily performed in an office environment and is essentially sedentary with occasional walking, and safely carrying items under 25 pounds.; may require long periods of standing. This position requires in-person presence at meetings, briefings, but also allows for some scheduled remote work.
Education
None. For education requirements please see Minimum Qualifications.
Additional information
The Sergeant at Arms is an equal opportunity employer in accordance with the requirements of Senate rules, regulations, and applicable Federal Laws.
This agency provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the agency. Decisions to grant reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis. Please email SAAEmployment@saa.senate.gov with “Applicant Accommodation” in the subject line.
No moving, relocation or pre-employment travel expenses will be paid for this position, or while in application for this position.
- Benefits
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.
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.
How You Will Be Evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Your application will be evaluated by a panel on the quality and extent of your total accomplishments, experience, and education. Highly qualified candidates may be interviewed and a reference check conducted.
- Benefits
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.
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.
- Required Documents
As a new or existing federal employee, you and your family may have access to a range of benefits. Your benefits depend on the type of position you have – whether you’re a permanent, part-time, temporary or an intermittent employee. You may be eligible for the following benefits, however, check with your agency to make sure you’re eligible under their policies.
You may be required to serve a probationary period. Subject to background/security investigation.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
- How to Apply
https://sen.gov/J5NY
All applicants must use the link above and follow instructions. DO NOT submit any paper application materials or resumes via U.S. Postal Mail or in person. All applicants MUST use the online employment application.
Agency contact information
Email
employment@saa.senate.gov
Address
U.S. Senate Sergeant at Arms SH-142 Hart Senate Office Building Washington, DC, Washington, DC 20001
Next steps
Qualified candidates will be contacted directly.
- Fair and Transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
- Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
- Reasonable accommodation policy
- Financial suitability
- Selective Service
- New employee probationary period
- Signature and false statements
- Privacy Act
- Social security number request
Required Documents
You may be required to serve a probationary period. Subject to background/security investigation.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
How to Apply
https://sen.gov/J5NY
All applicants must use the link above and follow instructions. DO NOT submit any paper application materials or resumes via U.S. Postal Mail or in person. All applicants MUST use the online employment application.
Agency contact information
employment@saa.senate.gov
Address
U.S. Senate Sergeant at Arms SH-142 Hart Senate Office Building Washington, DC, Washington, DC 20001
Next steps
Qualified candidates will be contacted directly.
Fair & Transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
- Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
- Reasonable accommodation policy
- Financial suitability
- Selective Service
- New employee probationary period
- Signature and false statements
- Privacy Act
- Social security number request