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Supervisory Editor (Newspaper) NF-04
Job Location:
Job Location:
Washington, AR - USA
Yearly Salary:
USD 85000 - 85000
Yearly Salary:
Posted:
6 October 2026 (15 hours ago)
Posted:
Application Deadline:
3 January 2027
Application Deadline:
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Vacancies:
Job Summary
Summary
This position is located at Stars & Stripes in Washington D.C.
Incentives and Bonuses
- Incentives will not be paid.
- As U.S. Bureau Chief (Theater Operations) the incumbent serves as senior editor advisor and reviewer for all writing/editing projects assigned or originating within the assigned region of Stars and Stripes.
- Personally develops designs researches writes reviews and edits publications and reports to the readership on a wide range of topics including complex subjects prone to controversy.
- Serves as the staff advisor on written and editorial policy matters. Provides interpretations of writing policy and advises on matters such as contentpresentation interpretation and explanation to a variety of audiences.
- Copy edits articles applying rules contained in the Associated Press (AP) and Stars and Stripes style guides.
- Develops annual budget for the operation of the editorial department within the assigned theater. Performs other duties as assigned.
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.
Qualifications
Resumes must be two pages (or less). Resumes should clearly demonstrate the applicants relevant experience skills knowledge and abilities as they pertain to this position.
A qualified candidate must possess the following:
- Three years of specialized work experience directly related to the duties described above.
- Demonstrated work experience must include 1 year equivalent in complexity and difficulty to the next lower pay band level.
- Preferred are those candidates who possess a 4-yr course of study leading to a Bachelors degree in journalism and related work experience as described above.
- Possess at least three (3) years experience with commercial news organizations
- Possess experience managing reporters.
Experience MUST be reflected on your Resume at the time of application 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
Preferred are those candidates who possess a 4-yr course of study leading to a Bachelors degree in journalism and related work experience as described above.
Additional information
Area of Consideration
- This job is open to candidates who live Worldwide.
- 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 08/13/2026 to ensure timely processing.
- Important: Incomplete applications including missing responses to questionnaire items may result in an ineligible rating.
- Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs are not authorized based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Governments interest.
- 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.
- Access to certain federal facilities may require a REAL ID-compliant drivers license/ID (marked with a star) or an Enhanced Drivers License (EDL) from WA MI MN NY or VT. See for details.
- 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.
- Refusal of a military spouse to participate in established recruitment procedures for a Regular Full-Time (RFT) or Regular Part-Time (RPT) position (for example interview and so forth) is considered a declination of employment and is a basis for termination of Spouse Employment Preference (SEP) entitlement for the current Permanent Change of Station (PCS) of the sponsor.
- Before you apply take a moment to explore our Applicant Information Kit your go-to guide for understanding our hiring processes and making your application stand out.
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- Click this URL to view the kit: 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.
Required Experience:
Manager
