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Supervisory Archivist NF-04

Department of Defense
Defense Media Activity
Stars and Stripes Central

Summary

This position is located at Stars and Stripes Central in Washington, D.C.

Incentives and Bonuses

  • Incentives will not be paid.

Overview

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Accepting applications
Posted this week · Apply by 06/29/26
Due by 11:59 p.m. ET on June 29, 2026
Location
Few vacancies in the following location:
Work site options
Telework eligible
No
Remote job
No
Relocation expenses reimbursed
No
Salary
$75,000 - $82,000 per year
Pay scale & grade
NF 4
Promotion potential
None
Pay scale and grade determines the salary of the job.
Work schedule
Full-time - Regular hours M-F 0800-1600; May include evenings, weekends or holidays
Travel Required
Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.
Appointment type
Permanent
Occupations and job series
Supervisory status
Yes
Federal service type
This job is in the Competitive Service
Represented by a union
No
Drug test
No
Security clearance
Not Required
Position sensitivity and risk
Non-sensitive (NS)/Low Risk
Jobs require a background check and some require a security clearance. The type depends on the job.
Background check type
Financial disclosure required
Yes
Some jobs require financial disclosure to identify conflicts of interests.
Announcement number
O1NAFHT-26-12980163
Control number
872196900

This job is open to

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Clarification from the agency

United States (U.S.) Citizens and Non-U.S. Nationals who have resided in the U.S. or U.S. territory for three (3) or more continuous years immediately preceding the start of Federal affiliation.

Duties

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  • Directs overall archives operation for Stars and Stripes media organization.
  • Performs professional archival work in appraising, accessing, arranging, describing, preserving and publishing records created by the news organization.
  • Responsible for maintaining historical content of Stars and Stripes publications from World War II to the present. Identifies and directs the purchase of relevant reference materials.
  • Evaluates effectiveness of the archive automated systems, determines requirements and conducts studies to improve systems operations.
  • Supervises assigned staff, conducts employee appraisals, advocates training, and provides appropriate recognition and feedback for performance.

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

  • Direct Deposit and Social Security Card is required.
  • Meet qualification/eligibility/background requirements for this position.
  • A one-year probationary period may be required.
  • Satisfactorily complete an employment verification (E-Verify) check.
  • Subject to satisfactory completion of all pre-employment checks in accordance with AR 215-3, para.2 to include a Tier 1 background investigation.
  • Must be a U.S. Citizen.
  • Regular hours M-F 0800-1600; May include evenings, weekends or holidays
  • Incumbent is required to submit a Financial Disclosure Statement, OGE-450.

Qualifications

Resumes must be two pages (or less). Resumes should clearly demonstrate the applicant's relevant experience, skills, knowledge and abilities as they pertain to this position.

A qualified candidate must possess the following:

1. A graduate level degree in any of the following concentrations; Archives Management, Library Science, Information Services, or Information Management from an accredited college or university.
2.Additionally, requires one (1) year of progressively responsible work experience equivalent to the next lower grade level which demonstrated experience with archive/library management or library automation service functions.
3. Must have working knowledge of electronic/digital archiving systems and microfilm management.
4. Must have demonstrated experience conducting Internet research and using various computer software applications.
5. Experience in cross-referencing and retrieval of reference material in hard copy and digital formats is required.
6. Must be able to communicated effectively orally and in writing.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATION:

Library, archive and research experience with a daily newspaper. Knowledge of the overseas U.S. military community.

In addition to the above qualifications, candidates who possess the following qualifications will be considered "Highly Preferred" or "Best Qualified":

Highly Preferred-

1. Posses library, archive and research experience with a daily newspaper.
2. Posses knowledge of overseas U.S. military community.


Experience MUST be reflected on your Resume at the time of application and Transcripts/Certifications MUST be uploaded to the Documents section to be considered for Standard and/or Highly Qualified for this position. Applicants meeting the Highly Preferred criteria will be referred first to the Selecting Official. All other applicants may be referred for consideration at managements request.

Education

A graduate level degree in any of the following concentrations; Archives Management, Library Science, Information Services, or Information Management from an accredited college or university.

Additional information

Area of Consideration

  • This job is open to candidates who live Worldwide.
Manual Application Option
  • If you are unable to apply online, you can complete a paper application. To get started, contact servicing NAF Human Resources representative or office listed in the Agency Contact Information section (at the bottom of this announcement) to request a copy of the application form.
  • Be sure to submit your completed application form, along with your resume and any required supporting documents, no later than 3:00 PM CST on 06/29/2026 to ensure timely processing.
  • Important: Incomplete applications, including missing responses to questionnaire items may result in an ineligible rating.
PCS Costs
  • Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs are not authorized based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government's interest.
Allowances and Differentials
  • This job is part of a pay-banded system. Sunday premium pay for regularly scheduled employees and night differential pay may be authorized by the Garrison Commander.
  • Non-foreign overseas allowances, cost of living (COLA), and differentials will not be paid, contingent upon eligibility.
Important Information Regarding Access to Certain Federal Facilities:
  • Access to certain federal facilities may require a REAL ID-compliant driver's license/ID (marked with a star) or an Enhanced Driver's License (EDL) from WA, MI, MN, NY, or VT. See https://www.tsa.gov/real-id for details.
Your Application may be Considered for Multiple Opportunities:
  • After you apply, your application remains valid for 90 days and may be referred to hiring officials as new vacancies arise. Additional referrals may occur for up to 90 days after the closing date.
Discover Your Path to Success

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.

How you will be evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

Your Application Matters: How We Will Review It

We want to help you put your best foot forward! Please take time to carefully follow all application instructions - missing information or skipped steps could impact your eligibility.

  • Your application will be thoughtfully reviewed to see how well your experience and qualifications align with the requirements listed in this announcement. This includes your resume, supporting documents, and responses to the assessment questionnaire.
  • We will consider your responses to our application questionnaire.
  • If you're tentatively qualified, we'll take a closer look to ensure your questionnaire responses match the experience reflected in your resume and documentation.
Note: If it's later found that qualifications or experience were overstated, it may affect your consideration for the position - so honesty and clarity are key.

Understanding Eligibilities: What You Can Claim When Applying

When you apply for a federal position through USAJOBS or USA Staffing, you may be eligible for selection preference or priority consideration based on your background or status. These eligibilities can improve your chances of being considered or referred for a position.

Depending on your situation, you may be able to claim one or more of the following eligibilities:
  • NAF Priority Consideration 1 Business Based Action (BBA)
  • NAF Priority Consideration 2 Former NAF Employee (FNE)/Current NAF (CNE)/Current APF Employee (CAE)
  • NAF Priority Consideration 3 Outside Applicant Veteran (OAV) (Includes spouses and parents)


Tip: Be sure to review each eligibility question carefully and provide the required documentation. Claiming an eligibility without proper support may affect your application status. Looking for more details? Refer to the Who Gets Initial Consideration (Selection Preferences) and the What Other Considerations are Available sections of our Applicant Information Kit.

Defense Media Activity

Stars and Stripes has reported first-hand on military conflicts since the Civil War and continuously since World War II by reporting information and news of interest and value. We offer the military community a choice of media to assure access by service members, their families, veterans, civilian employees, and other interested readers. Our news gathering and publishing activities are guided by the principles of a free press and are free of any and all outside control.

Agency contact information

KIMBERLY GRUBBS
Phone
520-942-1476
Email
KIMBERLY.S.GRUBBS.NAF@army.MIL
Address
HT-NAF-STSTUS STARS STRIPES
DO NOT MAIL
Arlington, VA 22202
US

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