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Librarian (Systems)

National Defense University
5 days ago
Full-time
On-site
Fort McNair, District of Columbia, United States
$102,415 - $102,415 USD yearly

Duties

  • Serves as Librarian (Systems and E-Resources) providing automation, information systems, and webmaster support as it relates to the wide array of functional and technical requirements for the National Defense University (NDU) Library.
  • Executes the applications and updates to the library’s automation systems and electronic resources including the integrated library system, the institutional repository, the library website, and the integration of electronic resources.
  • Serves as Library Webmaster responsible for the administration of the Library’s World Wide Web pages. Performs the technical duties requiring knowledge of the library centric CMS platforms. Coordinates with the university’s technology directorate.
  • Provides analysis and advice on new generational requirements for automated systems and services. Prepares functional specifications for new or ongoing software and hardware acquisition, development, and maintenance contracts.
  • Provides comprehensive technical support in determining the most effective automated approach to users’ problems utilizing specialist knowledge of information sources including structure, content, and access protocols of relevant databases.

Requirements

Conditions of employment

  • Must be a U.S. Citizen or National
  • Suitable for Federal Employment
  • Registered for Selective Service - Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered or be exempt from Selective Service. (See http://www.ssa.gov/)
  • This national security position, which may require access to classified information, requires a favorable suitability review and security clearance as a condition of employment. Failure to maintain security eligibility may result in termination.
  • Pay for first time hires to the Federal Government will typically be set at step 1 salary range for their respective grade level.
  • Obtain and maintain a Secret clearance.

Qualifications

Basic Requirement: All applicants must have one of the following, must provide transcripts to verify Basic Requirements have been met:

1. 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

2. 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, qualified applicants must possess specialized experience: You must have at least one year of specialized experience equivalent in level of difficulty and responsibility to the GS-11 grade level in the Federal service.

Specialized Experience is defined as: Experience supporting library systems, electronic resources, databases, or related information technologies; providing technical support for automated library operations and services; analyzing and resolving systems or access issues; and assisting with the implementation, integration, or improvement of technology used to deliver library and information services.

Volunteer Experience: 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). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills, and can provide valuable training and experience that translates to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

Education

Education is not substitutable for specialized experience for this grade level.

Official Transcripts:
If the position you are applying for has a positive degree requirement or education forms the basis for qualifications (i.e. you would not qualify without the education obtained), you MUST submit transcripts with your application.

    • Official transcripts are not required at the time of application outside of what is outlined above; however, official transcripts must be verified PRIOR to appointment.
    • An accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education must accredit education. Click here to check accreditation.
  • FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in a conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying or prior to appointment as outlined above.
    • Qualifying education from colleges and universities in foreign countries must be evaluated in terms of equivalency to that acquired in U.S. colleges and universities. Applicants educated in whole or in part in foreign countries must submit sufficient evidence, including transcripts, to an accredited private organization for an equivalency evaluation of course work and degree. You must provide a copy of the letter containing the results of the equivalency evaluation upon request. Failure to provide such documentation when requested will result in lost consideration.
For more information regarding evaluation of foreign education for federal employment, please visit the U.S. Department of Education

Additional information

Position uses extensive knowledge, training, and experience to properly configure and maintain the library's automation products including the integration library system (ILS) / library management system (LMS), the library's website, the library's discovery layer, link resolvers, institutional repository, electronic resources, Standard Usage Statistics Harvesting Initiative (SUSHI), and oversee the library's ILS/LMS acquisitions module, and serials cataloging module.

Priority Placement Program (PPP) Military Spouse Preference (MSP) eligible candidates will receive priority consideration at the full performance level only.

Accepting this position, you may be required to serve a one-year probationary period during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest.

Background or Security Investigation: This is a Non-Critical Sensitive position which requires a background investigation. The individual selected for this position is required to obtain and maintain a Secret security determination to occupy a Non-Critical Sensitive position within the agency as a condition of employment.

Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP): You must be well qualified for the position to receive special selection priority under the ICTAP. A qualified ICTAP eligible achieving a score of 90 or above will be considered well qualified. You must submit a Separation-Reduction in Force (RIF) SF-50; a RIF Notice showing separation within the past year (or declining a management directed reassignment outside the commuting area, or a Termination of Disability Notice from OPM) and most recent performance appraisal. For more information, go to: http://www.opm.gov/rif/employee_guides/career_transition.asp#ictap.

Special Hiring Authorities: You may be considered for the vacancy if you are eligible for a special appointment authority such as those authorized for the severely disabled; certain Vietnam Era and disabled veterans; volunteers returned from the Peace Corps or Vista, etc. For more information, visit the following OPM websites: USAJOBS Resource Center: http://help.usajobs.gov/how-to; VetsInfo Guide: http://www.fedshirevets.gov/.

Veterans Employment Opportunities Act (VEOA): Veterans who are preference eligibles or who have been separated from the Armed Forces under honorable conditions after substantially completing an initial 3-year term (not less than 2 years and 11 months) may apply regardless of their current geographical location. Veterans must submit their DD-214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, to be considered under this authority.

Reemployed Annuitants: Department of Defense has the authority to hire annuitants without reduction in pay. For more information, go to: https://www.dcpas.osd.mil/policy/retirement/reemployedannuitant

All applicants are encouraged to apply electronically. If you are unable to apply on-line, you may contact 317-212-4434 for assistance.

NDU has a comprehensive benefits package that includes retirement, social security, and thrift savings plan (TSP); health, life, and long-term care insurance; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays. NDU employees enjoy flexible work schedules, transit subsidy and situational telework opportunities.

Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.