Library Technician
Commander, Navy Installations CommandSummary
This position is assigned to Non-appropriated Fund (NAF) Navy General Library Programs; Morale, Welfare, and Recreation (MWR); Fleet Readiness (N92); Fleet and Family Readiness (FFR) (N9); Commander, Navy Installations Command (CNIC); NSF Dahlgren. The purpose of this position is to provide front desk, program, and customer service support in Navy MWR main libraries, branch libraries, and resource centers.
Library Front Desk / Customer Service Support (75%)
- Welcomes patrons into the program area/library and ensures that patrons are authorized to use library equipment and facilities.
- Registers library users so that these patrons may borrow library materials.
- Circulates library materials to patrons (checking library materials in and out) by using HQ approved Integrated Library Systems (ILS) software.
- Removes items from the book drop daily and clears these items from patron accounts.
- Reports high circulation items which are in poor condition or missing to supervisor.
- Compiles weekly overdue reports and calls patrons regarding overdue items from report findings to request that materials be returned. Reports overdue materials issues to supervisor for resolution.
- Completes weekly, monthly and quarterly program and collection usage reports.
- Assists with processing interlibrary loan requests.
- Re-shelves new and returned library materials.
- Responds to routine and non-technical requests for information and questions to access, identify and/or locate virtual and physical library materials.
- Assists with collection weeding projects.
- Assists with patron computer usage and troubleshoots minor hardware and software issues.
- Assists patrons with library equipment such as printers, copiers, computers, projectors, makerspace and gaming devices.
- Maintains a knowledge of current and upcoming library programs so that the incumbent may recommend these programs to patrons.
- Maintains a knowledge of other MWR programs so that the incumbent may recommend these programs to library patrons.
- Maintains library book displays.
- Ensures that library print marketing materials are current and well-stocked in targeted areas on base (fitness, galleys, medical support offices, and NEX are examples).
- Maintain knowledge of other program's point of service for library program in a collocated areas, ensuring patrons receive assistance from all MWR front desk team members.
- Sorts mail and checks magazines and newspapers as necessary.
- Informs leadership and library teammates when supplies are getting low and need reordering.
- Ensures cleanliness of the library building or designated space through general housekeeping such as dusting and vacuuming.
- Completes required military and library trainings on time.
- Promotes customer service awareness and demonstrates excellent customer service to all professional and patron contacts.
Library Program Support (25%)
- Assists library programmers with program preparations to include craft and decoration preparations.
- Assists library programmers with program execution to include set-up, tear-down, and presentation support.
- Assists program marketing by participating in library outreach activities. This may include taking the lead in presenting library program information to different commands and at installation community functions.
- Researches current library program trends and recommends popular library programs to library leadership.
Conditions of employment
- Must have or be able to obtain within 90 days of being placed in the position and maintain a valid state driver's license in order to transport patrons off-base.
- Irregular working hours may be required to include early shift, late shift, evenings, weekends and holidays when the need arises.
- Must successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. Any discrepancies must be resolved as a condition of employment.
- Must have your salary sent to a financial institution of your choice by Direct Deposit/Electronic Funds Transfer.
- Incumbent may be required to work outside in inclement weather for special events and programs.
- Starting May 7, 2025, non-affiliated individuals requesting access will need a REAL ID-compliant driver's license or another acceptable form of identification to access CNRMA Installations.
Qualifications
- Knowledge of basic service operations for libraries.
- Knowledge of Navy MWR Library's mission.
- Knowledge of other MWR programs and their purpose.
- Knowledge of front desk library operations that include library circulations.
- Knowledge of technology devices and software applications.
- Skill in providing excellent customer service.
- Skill in the use of technology devices and software applications to include Microsoft Office applications.
- Skill in typing.
- Skill in reading comprehension and basic math.
- Skill in public speaking.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Ability to communicate both orally and in writing.
Additional information
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.
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
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