Librarian.
About the role
The Librarian, GS-1410-11, will plan and teach classes on topics such as information literacy, library instruction, and technology use. They will confer with colleagues, faculty, and community members and organizations to conduct informational programs, make collection decisions, and determine library services to offer. Review and evaluate materials, using book reviews, catalogs, faculty recommendations, and current holdings to select and order print, audio-visual, and electronic resources. Promote and sponsor professional development activities, such as continuing education classes and participate in conferences, workshops, professional meetings, and associations. Plan and coordinate training for library staff, on topics such as receiving, shelving, researching, cataloging, and equipment use.
Requirements
U.S. Citizenship is required.
A background security investigation will be required for all new hires. Appointment will be subject to the applicant's successful completion of a background security investigation and favorable adjudication.
Appointment will be subject to the applicant's successful completion of a background security investigation and favorable adjudication.
Incumbent may be required, as an incidental duty, to operate a government-owned or leased motor vehicle, in the performance of duties, therefore, a valid driver's license is required.
Driving Requirement (Required only at time of appointment): Incumbent may be required, as an incidental duty, to operate a government-owned or leased motor vehicle, in the performance of duties, therefore, a valid driver's license is required.
Qualifications
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.
GS-11: Possess one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-09 level in the Federal service that includes: Applied advanced library science skills by instructing students and faculty in the use of library technologies and research tools; managing and cataloging library and archival collections; developing and maintaining library databases; curating specialized bibliographies to support academic programs; operating and troubleshooting audiovisual equipment; and actively contributing to institutional committees and collaborative initiatives.
Or have 3 full years of progressively higher-level graduate education in library science or doctoral degree (Ph.D. or equivalent) related to the position.
Or possess a combination of successfully completed graduate level education beyond the second year of progressive graduate study and specialized experience that together meets 100% of the qualification requirements for the position.
Specialized Experience
Possess one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-09 level in the Federal service that includes: Applied advanced library science skills by instructing students and faculty in the use of library technologies and research tools; managing and cataloging library and archival collections; developing and maintaining library databases; curating specialized bibliographies to support academic programs; operating and troubleshooting audiovisual equipment; and actively contributing to institutional committees and collaborative initiatives.
Or have 3 full years of progressively higher-level graduate education in library science or doctoral degree (Ph.D. or equivalent) related to the position.
Or possess a combination of successfully completed graduate level education beyond the second year of progressive graduate study and specialized experience that together meets 100% of the qualification requirements for the position.
Education
Transcripts MUST be uploaded and electronically linked from USAJOBS at the time you apply and MUST include identifying information to include School Name, Student Name, credit hours, major, and grade-point average or class ranking, degree and date awarded. All academic degrees and coursework must be completed at a college or university that has obtained accreditation or pre-accreditation status from an accrediting body recognized by the U.S. Department of Education (DOE).
All applicants are responsible for providing documentation that the educational requirements have been met. To qualify based on education you must submit a legible copy of your transcripts. Official transcripts are required upon selection if you qualified based on education. Education must have been obtained from an accredited or pre-accredited institution recognized by the U.S. DOE (click Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the above requirements if you can show that the foreign education is comparable to that received in an accredited educational institution in the U.S. (click Additional information)