• Shelves library materials by shelving books using the National Library of Medicine (NLM) Classification system.
• Use the Interlibrary Loan using specialized databases (DocLine, OCLC), requests articles from NLM, Federal Libraries, academic and public libraries in response to staff requests.
• Tracks Loans using the Library ILS to check on status of borrowed materials, and as needed, request return of materials from library patrons.
• Answers phone responds to customer queries, charges/discharges materials.
• Re-shelves material that has been used by library staff and patrons.
• Maintains statistics used to document use of library spaces, services, and resources.
• Maintains Statistics: Tracks and reports relevant metrics to Library Director.
• Works with librarians to market the library/Resource Center via signage, postmaster emails, and other methods.
• Repairing minor damage to print materials.
• Locates and retrieves cataloging records from data bases.

Conditions of employment

• Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
• This position is subject to a background investigation to determine your suitability for Federal employment.
• Immunization screening is required. Hepatitis B immunization is required for all positions with direct patient contact. Applicants may be required to show proof of other immunizations depending on the type of position.
• This position has mandatory seasonal Influenza vaccination requirements and is subject to annual seasonal Influenza vaccinations unless otherwise exempted for medical or religious reasons (documentation of exemption must be provided upon hire).
• This position requires the incumbent to have Tuberculosis testing.
• This position requires the completion of a pre-employment Physical Examination and an annual examination thereafter to ensure the continued, required level of physical health and ability or fitness to perform the duties of the position.
• One year trial/probationary period may be required.
• This position has been designated Mission Essential. In the event of severe weather conditions or other such emergency type situations, the incumbent is required to report to work or remain at work as scheduled to support mission operations.
• You may be authorized to Telework on a Situational basis at the commands discretion.

Qualifications

Who May Apply: US Citizens

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.

Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-06 grade level in the Federal service which includes 1) Processing a variety of library materials utilizing an automated library system, 2) Utilizing the Interlibrary Loan using specialized databases such as DocLine or OCLC, 3) Manning high-volume circulation and support desks, and 4) Answering patron queries, managing accounts, and resolving basic hardware, equipment, or catalog search issues.

OR

Education: Successful completion of one full academic year of graduate level education in a field which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work of the position, such as Library Sciences (Note: You must attach a copy of your transcripts.)