Composition Specialist (Print & Digital Media)
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Position ID:
SCOTUS-12889970-IT
City:
Washington, District of Columbia
Date Posted:
2026-03-18
Expiration Time:
2026-04-08
Job Type:
Job Category:
Printing Services
Salary:
85447 - 133142 PA
Job Summary
This is a full-time position in the Publications Unit of the Office of Information Technology at the Supreme Court of the United States in Washington, D.C. Closing Date: Wednesday, 04/08/2026, 11:59 PM ET
Job Description
Requires knowledge and skills in printing composition, printing processes, typesetting and hi-volume print production. A thorough knowledge of US GPO style manual, proofreader's marks, printing markup plus tools and techniques used in legal document/book creation and proofreading/publishing. An excellent command of English language is needed. Incumbent should be capable of understanding/communicating technical information. Ability to remain calm and professional in a high stress environment when confronted by demanding situations, short time frames, high-profile cases, or other pressing needs. A basic knowledge of XML and an understanding of website structure. Additional qualifying experience with Internet/Website applications and CMS and HTML is needed. Design skills: should be fluent in Adobe Suite applications. Hands-on working knowledge of Miles33 OASYS XML Publishing Software or other XML code-based typesetting/page layout publishing software is a definite plus. MS-Office experience required, as well as a thorough working knowledge of Microsoft Windows. Strong inter-personal communication skills required for this high-demand customer-service department. Excellent time and project management skills are necessary to meet rigid publishing deadlines. Employment is subject to successful completion of a security background check. A high degree of confidentiality and adherence to strict non-disclosure guidelines are required.