Security ClearanceNot Required
Duties
You will provide comprehensive reference, research, advisory, evaluative, and instructional services to individuals and groups at the Navy's Department Library.,You will perform copy and original cataloging in a variety of languages and formats according to rules of AACR2, RDA, LCSH, LCC, MARC21 using OCLC.,You will use knowledge of specialized sources including structure, content, and access protocols of relevant databases to produce selected and annotated bibliographies on specific subjects.,You will maintain periodical collections and records and also coordinate renewals, check-ins, and bindings.,You will prepare a broad range of literature guides and develop resource directories in paper and electronic format.,You will maintain authority records (names, series, subjects), establish and revise entries for catalog records, and create cross-references and analytics as needed.,You will participate in collection development and management to include acquisition, organization, maintenance, preservation, and removal or replacement of materials.
Qualifications
GS-11 Level: In addition to the Basic Requirements for this position, your resume must also demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-09 grade level or pay band in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector. Specialized experience must demonstrate performing duties such as the following: 1) Applying original and complex copy cataloging standards and authority control in a variety formats/languages including monographs, serials, audio/visual, and electronic resources in accordance with current standards and rules such as Resource Description and Access (RDA) and Anglo-American Cataloging Rules, MARC format, Library of Congress Subject Headings and classification schedules, and other metadata standards; 2) Overseeing copy cataloging and physical processing workflow; 3) Providing subject matter expertise on library and metadata standards and authority control, recommending policies, developing processes and best practices, creating documentation, and keeping abreast of national and international developments in metadata standards, technologies, trends and techniques; and 4) Using tools such as Integrated Library System (ILS) and MarcEdit for Metadata quality control, cleanup, editing, enhancement, migration, and mapping. GS-09 Level: In addition to the Basic Requirements for this position, your resume must also demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-07 grade level or pay band in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector. Specialized experience must demonstrate performing duties such as the following: 1) Completing original, complex and copy cataloging and authority control for a variety of materials, including monographs, serials, audio/visual, and electronic resources in accordance with current standards and rules such as Resource Description and Access (RDA) and Anglo-American Cataloging Rules, MARC format, Library of Congress Subject Headings and classification schedules, and other metadata standards; 2) Ensuring an accurate inventory print, serials, electronic resources; 3) Correcting/updating bibliographic records in the local Integrated Library System (ILS); and 4) Assisting senior librarians in solving information access, dissemination, and/or preservation problems. Additional qualification information can be found from the following Office of Personnel Management website: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/#url=List-by-Occupational-Series Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment.
Education
Basic Requirements: Applicants must meet the following positive education qualifications requirements of the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualifications Standards Manual: Completion of 1 full academic year of graduate study in library science in an accredited college or university, in addition to completion of all work required for a bachelor's degree; OR A total of at least 5 years of a combination of college-level education, training, and experience. To qualify on this basis, the applicant must establish conclusively that the education, training, and experience provided a knowledge and understanding of the theories, principles, and techniques of professional librarianship; a knowledge of literature resources; and the knowledge and abilities essential for providing effective library and information services. In lieu of specialized experience, you may qualify with the following education or combination of both education and experience: Education Substitution for Experience at the GS-11 Level: 3 full years of progressively higher level graduate education in library science or doctoral degree (Ph.D. or equivalent) related to the position Education Substitution for Experience at the GS-09 Level: 2 full years of progressively higher level graduate education or master's in library science or equivalent graduate degree, e.g., LL.B. or J.D., related to the position.
Other Information
This position is covered by the Department of Defense Priority Placement Program. Additional vacancies may be filled by this announcement. A tentative offer of employment will be rescinded if the selectee fails to meet the pre-employment requirements, including failure to report to any of the scheduled appointments. During the application process you will have the ability to opt-in to make your resume available to hiring managers in the agency who have similar positions in the local commuting area. Depending on the hiring organization and the position being filled, job requirements (e.g., security clearance, travel, drug testing, financial disclosure filing, bargaining unit status, etc.) may vary. Other hiring managers filling similar positions may offer relocation expense reimbursement and/or may offer recruitment incentives for new employees, depending on funding availability and in accordance with policy. If you opt-in and are referred on a certificate, your resume will be available to other hiring managers for 180-days from the date the job announcement closes. Opting in does not impact your application for this announcement, nor does it guarantee further consideration for additional positions. Federal annuitant information: The selection of an annuitant is subject to the Department of Defense and Department of the Navy policy on the employment of annuitants. Policy information may be found at: http://www.secnav.navy.mil/donhr/Documents/CivilianJobs/FedCivAnnuitants.pdf ICTAP Applicants: To be considered well-qualified and exercise selection priority as an ICTAP candidate, displaced Federal employees must satisfy all qualification requirements for the position and receive a rating in the highly qualified category (score 85) or higher. ICTAP candidates must provide copies of all of the following documentation at the time of application: 1) agency notice; 2) most recent performance appraisal; and 3) most recent SF-50 or notification of personnel action that includes position, grade level, and duty location. Applicants who do not provide this documentation will not receive consideration as an ICTAP candidate. For more information about ICTAP eligibility please review the following link: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/working-in-government/unique-hiring-paths/federal-employees/career-transition/ Military Spouse Preference applicants will be placed at the highest grade for which they have applied and are determined Best Qualified (BQ). A BQ military spouse possesses knowledge, skills, abilities, and competencies comparable to others who meet the competitive referral criteria for the specific position. PPP applicants will be placed at the FPL, if determined Well Qualified (WQ). To receive priority consideration, the FPL must be the same grade level or equivalent of the retained grade or the grade held immediately prior to separation.