The Federal Job Series 1000 – Information, Arts, and Publications includes a wide range of jobs that help the federal government with its communication, cultural, and informational duties. There are jobs in this category that involve writing, editing, public affairs, the visual arts, radio, librarianship, and museum work, to name a few. These jobs are important for sharing information with the public, protecting cultural assets, and helping federal agencies communicate with each other and with the outside world.

The General Arts and Information Series (GS-1001) is one of the main series in this category. It contains jobs that don’t fit neatly into other specialist series but nevertheless need a background in arts, communication, or information management. These jobs frequently require planning and making instructional materials, organizing public outreach activities, or running artistic and cultural performances. There are no defined job qualifications for GS-1001, although most candidates need a mix of education and experience in sectors like communications, journalism, or the arts.

There are several other series in the 1000 group, such as:

• GS-1035 – Public Affairs Specialist, responsible for managing media relations, crafting public messaging, and advising leadership on communication strategies.
• GS-1082 – Writer-Editor, which involves creating and editing content for publications, reports, and digital platforms.
• GS-1071 – Audiovisual Production, focused on producing multimedia content for training, education, or public information.
• GS-1015 – Museum Specialist and Technician, which supports the preservation and presentation of historical and cultural artifacts.

These jobs frequently need people who are creative, who communicate well, and can make hard-to-understand information easier to understand. They are important for forming public opinion, encouraging openness, and protecting the country’s cultural and informational resources.