About the Position: The position is located at the Maneuver Center of Excellence (MCoE), Fort Moore, Georgia 31905. The "Maneuver Center of Excellence" is located 100 miles south of Atlanta and is adjacent to Columbus, Georgia and Phenix City, Alabama. The geography and climate are ideal for year round military training. Public transportation and free parking is available.

Duties

Maintain vendor licenses and acquisitions documents in appropriate Electronic Records Management system. Develop active assessment program for library services and/or programs in support of the MCoE mission. Prepare contracting requirements packages and documentation. Maintain accurate acquisition records and oversee invoice payments. Oversee the procurement of library items such as: books, subscriptions, copyright, and/or service and support contracts. Evaluate the reference collection to determine materials needed, review reference collection for replacement of obsolete and worn items.

Requirements

• This position requires the incumbent be able to obtain and maintain a determination of eligibility for a Secret security clearance or access for the duration of employment. A background investigation and credit check are required.
• The work of this position may require the employee to work irregular hours. Work may require working flexible work schedules in conjunction with training cycle support. Overtime work, night work, weekend work, and Holiday work may be required.
• Incumbent will be required to complete the Contracting Officer Representative training requirements.
• 5% Temporary Duty Travel (TDY) is a requirement.

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. Current Department of Army Civilian EmployeesDomestic Defense Industrial Base/Major Range and Test Facilities Base Civilian Personnel WorkforceInteragency Career Transition Assistance PlanLand Management Workforce Flexibility ActMilitary Spouses, under Executive Order (E.O.) 13473Priority 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 EligibleVeterans 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 Requirement for Librarian: 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 addition to meeting the basic requirement above, to qualify for this position you must also meet the qualification requirements listed below: Specialized Experience for GS-09: One year of specialized experience which includes experience conducting reference services, assisting with collection development/maintenance, and providing instructional services to patrons. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-07). OR Education: successfully completion a master's degree in library science or equivalent graduate degree, or 2 full years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree in a field which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform the work of the position. (NOTE: You MUST submit ALL your transcripts.) Specialized Experience for GS-11: One year of specialized experience which includes acquisition of materials for the reference, special collections, and document sections of the library; maintaining data for input the budget submission process; and preparing reports and/or written guidelines for operational procedures/policies. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-09). OR Education: three (3) full years of progressively higher level graduate education in library science or doctoral degree (Ph.D. or equivalent) related to the position from an accredited college or university. (NOTE: You must attach a copy of your transcripts for verification.) Specialized Experience for GS-12: One year of specialized experience which includes managing library procedures to include evaluation, financial management, procurement and customer assistance; prepare procurement documents for library functions such as: database use, cataloging, and personnel services contracts for vendor quotes using FEDLINK. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-11). You will be evaluated on the basis of your level of competency in the following areas: Contracting and AcquisitionInfluencing/NegotiatingStrategic ThinkingTechnical Competence 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.

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: http://www.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ous/international/usnei/us/edlite-visitus-forrecog.html.

Contacts

• Address SB-W6NFAA US ARMY MANEUVER CENTER OF EXCELLENCE DO NOT MAIL Fort Moore, GA 31905 US
• Name: Army Applicant Help Desk