You will serve as a Librarian in the Infrastructure and Content (I&C) Department of the NAVAL WAR COLLEGE.

Duties

You will evaluate current and new electronic resources to make sure resources are available to support library operations. You will assist customers with identifying and acquiring technical documents. You will identify technologies and uses that support access to and delivery of library services and resources. You will research multiple databases and files to locate and identify material requested by clients.

Requirements

• Must be a US Citizen.
• Must be determined suitable for federal employment.
• Must participate in the direct deposit pay program.
• New employees to the Department of the Navy will be required to successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, visit e-verify.gov
• Generally, current federal employees applying for GS jobs must serve at least one year at the next lower grade level. This requirement is called time-in-grade. Time-in-grade requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement.
• Within the Department of Defense (DoD), the appointment of retired military members within 180 days immediately following retirement date to a civilian position is subject to the provisions of 5 United States Code 3326.
• Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service.
• You will be required to obtain and maintain an interim and/or final security clearance prior to entrance on duty. Failure to obtain and maintain the required level of clearance may result in the withdrawal of a job offer or removal.

Qualifications

GS-09: Your resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level (GS-07) or pay band in the federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector. Specialized experience must demonstrate the following: 1) Applying professional knowledge of all aspects of library principles, concepts, methodology, operations, and management to accomplish library functions; 2) Selecting monographic materials in all formats for purchase or allow discovery using hybrid models; 3) Using innovative technologies for building, organizing, storing, classifying, analyzing, and weeding collections in a variety of formats; and 4) Applying knowledge of established procurement rules and regulations and internal organizational acquisition policies for the preparation of complete and accurate order information. NOTE: This information must be supported in your resume to be considered for the position. GS-07: Your resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level (GS-05) or pay band in the federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector. Specialized experience must demonstrate the following:1) Assisting in selecting monographic materials in all formats for purchase or discovery using hybrid models; 2) Assisting in supporting acquisitions workflows in Library Services Platform; and 3) Assisting in decisions to purchase materials in print or electronic format; and 4) Applying knowledge of established procurement rules and regulations and internal organizational acquisition policies for the preparation of complete and accurate order information. NOTE: This information must be supported in your resume to be considered for the position. Additional qualification information can be found from the following Office of Personnel Management web site: 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

In lieu of specialized experience, you may qualify with the following education or combination of both education and experience:

For GS-9:
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.

For GS-7:
Applicants must meet the requirements specified in paragraphs A or B below.

A: 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

B: 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.

A transcript must be submitted with your application if qualifying using education. See Required Documents for additional information.

Contacts

• Address NAVAL WAR COLLEGE Naval War College Newport, RI 02841 US
• Name: Department of Navy EIC
• Email: [email protected]