Print Project Assistant

JCTM, LLC•Nationwide, USA, 28278, US,

11h•$50,000 - $60,000•Remote

About The Position

The U.S. Coast Guard relies on accurate, timely, and compliant publishing processes to support its mission across the enterprise. As a Print Project Assistant with JCTM, you will help Sponsors navigate Government Publishing Office (GPO) print ordering requirements, publication processes, and documentation controls while contributing to efficient, high-quality publishing outcomes. At JCTM we value knowledge experience integrity and commitment. Joining our team means becoming part of an organization that empowers individuals prioritizes ethical practices and fosters a culture of collaboration and growth. As a Print Project Assistant with JCTM, you will provide project and administrative support to the U.S. Coast Guard Directives and Publications Division. You will serve as a key point of coordination for predominantly print-related publishing activities, assisting Coast Guard Sponsors with GPO direct print ordering, publishing requirements, Section 508 considerations, documentation, and lifecycle process compliance. You will help support the Coast Guard’s efforts to decentralize print ordering, establish efficient and cost-saving processes, and improve delivery of printed products to Sponsors.

Requirements

Associate’s degree or equivalent preferred in English, Communications, Information Technology, Policy, Administration, Military Science, Library Science, Homeland Security, or a related field
2 years of customer service or interoffice/interagency experience, preferably involving print production and project assistance/support
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and basic document editing
Typing proficiency of at least 35 words per minute
Strong organizational skills with the ability to track assignments, documentation, and business work products
Ability to communicate professionally and effectively with customers and government stakeholders
Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate project documentation
Highly proficient command of the English language
Ability to work effectively in a predominantly virtual environment and participate in daily Microsoft Teams coordination meetings

Nice To Haves

Previous experience with the Government Publishing Office (GPO)
Experience supporting print production or publication-management activities
Experience tracking or maintaining reports and other business work products
Desktop publishing experience
Section 508 accessibility experience
Familiarity with Adobe Acrobat Pro, SharePoint, or Microsoft Power Platform/Power Apps
Experience working with federal, military, DHS, or Coast Guard publishing processes

Responsibilities

Become familiar with Government Publishing Office ordering processes and efficiencies and assist Coast Guard Sponsors with GPO direct print ordering requirements and associated forms.
Communicate directly with Coast Guard publication owners and representatives regarding print and electronic publishing processes, appropriate templates, compliance standards, and project status.
Track print projects, assignments, training activity, and other business work products while maintaining accurate records and reporting project progress.
Maintain meaningful correspondence and documentation associated with lifecycle print publishing activities in required audit portfolios and checklists.
Advise print and electronic publishing Sponsors regarding documented compliance requirements and remain current on applicable GPO requirements.
Apply basic accessibility practices to publishing products, including identifying potential Section 508 issues and supporting basic remediation using Microsoft Office and Adobe tools.
Assist with proofreading, grammar, spelling, basic editing, template application, and final quality checks for publishing products.
Participate in daily Microsoft Teams meetings as required, provide status updates on assigned work, and report significant project accomplishments and deliverables.
Provide proactive, professional, and positive communication to Coast Guard Sponsors and the broader print publishing community of practice.
Support initiatives intended to decentralize enterprise print ordering and improve the efficiency and cost-effectiveness of Coast Guard print production.