About the Position: Serves as the systems administrator for the library's automation functions/programs, plans, directs and oversees cataloging and processing of materials for the library's collection, coordinates the selection of print and non-print materials for the library's collection, and assists with the administrative and technical direction of library services as a Librarian (Medical Science).

Duties

Keeps abreast of library technology and evaluate the need for new and/or upgraded automation requirements. Plans, implements, and executes policies and procedures for cataloging and physical processing of materials, to include print, audiovisuals, special and archival collections as well as electronic materials, and Internet sites. Assesses the quality and appropriateness of information services provided by the library and participate in the development and implementation of short and long-range plans.

Requirements

• Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
• This position requires shift work to provide coverage on evenings, weekends, holidays, or special situations.

Qualifications

Who May Apply: Only applicants who meet one of the employment authority categories below are eligible to apply for this job. You will be asked to identify which category or categories you meet, and to provide documents which prove you meet the category or categories you selected. See Proof of Eligibility for an extensive list of document requirements for all employment authorities. 30 Percent or More Disabled VeteransCurrent Department of Army Civilian EmployeesCurrent Department of Defense (DOD) Civilian Employee (non-Army)Executive Order (E.O.) 12721Interagency Career Transition Assistance PlanLand Management Workforce Flexibility ActMilitary Spouses, under Executive Order (E.O.) 13473Non-Appropriated Fund Instrumentality (NAFI)Non-Department of Defense (DoD) TransferOffice of Personnel Management (OPM) Interchange Agreement EligiblePeople with Disabilities, Schedule APostal Service/Peace Corps and Other Unique AuthoritiesPriority Placement Program, DoD Military Reserve (MR) and National Guard (NG) Technician EligiblePriority Placement Program, DoD Military Spouse Preference (MSP) EligiblePriority Placement Program, DoD MR and NG Preference Eligible Tech Receiving Disability RetirementPriority Placement Program, DoD Retained Grade Preference EligibleReinstatementVeterans Employment Opportunity Act (VEOA) of 1998 In order to qualify, you must meet the education and/or experience requirements described below. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Additional information about transcripts is in this document. Basic Requirements: 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. AND Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-09 level in the Federal service which includes providing support as a systems administrator for an integrated online library system overseeing multiple libraries to include the functions of cataloging, collection management, acquisitions, circulation, and interlibrary loan; applying knowledge of library methods, and principles of collection development and management to select and maintain materials that reflect present and anticipated user needs; identifying a wide range of cataloging and classification rules and principles to catalog materials that deviate from standard approaches; troubleshooting Library Automation systems, questions, and problems called in by patrons or library staff; conducting references and research in allied health, health care administration, and including all subject areas from general to scientific and technical to provide information using specialized reference sources, abstracts, and information sources including electronic files; assisting patrons with using the library and its tools and orients users to library facility services, resources, policies, and procedures. OR 3 full years of progressively higher level graduate education in library science or doctoral degree (Ph.D or equivalent) related to the position. You will be evaluated on the basis of your level of competency in the following areas: Applies Technology to TasksConfiguration ManagementDatabase Management SystemsInventory Management Time in Grade Requirement: Applicants who have held a General Schedule (GS) position within the last 52 weeks must have 52 weeks of Federal service at the next lower grade or equivalent (GS-09).

Education

FOREIGN EDUCATION: If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university. For further information, visit: https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications/.

Contacts

• Address FR-APF-W3VZAA US ARMY TRADOC MEDICAL COE DO NOT MAIL Fort Sam Houston, TX 78234 US
• Name: Army Applicant Help Desk