Supervisory Librarian
Responsible for the full scope of library functions to include library administration, personal management, circulation services, reference/research services, technical services, technological development, and support. Is responsible for the library facility, i.e., maintenance and improvements, purchase of furniture and equipment, and allocation of space within the facility for various library functions. Develops budgets and establishes short- and long-range library plans. Monitors funding allocations, meets expenditure targets, and justifies unfunded retirements. Performs as a liaison with user groups, establishes partnerships/networks with local, state, regional organizations. Responsible for work force management, recruitment, and staff training. Structures assignments of employees based on priorities and deadlines, selective consideration of the difficulty and requirements of the assignments, and the capabilities of employees. Periodically reviews work. Provides proper guidance, direction, and continuous feedback on strengths and weaknesses; holds employees responsible for satisfactory completion of work assignments. Conducts employee performance appraisals and advocates appropriate recognition and feedback for performance and contributions. Provides reference and research services using a broad range of current and retrospective resources, as well as a variety of resource formats; i.e., print resources, non-print resources, on- line data bases, other libraries, or external subject resources. Devises appropriate search strategies and handles advanced and complex subject-matter inquires. Develops collection management and ensures compliance. Develops a selection plan to match resource requirements and prioritizes requirements against available funds. Continuously assesses the collections and properly evaluates them against authoritative bibliographies, subject handbooks, local criteria, and usage statistics. Selects all types of print and non-print media to meet the organizational, educational, and personal needs of library customers in a wide variety of subjects and reading levels. Performs selective removal and replacement of obsolete and worn materials from the collection, while ensuring that collections contain needed retrospective holdings. Review the acquisition of materials from central for approval/disapproval. Establishes internal procurement and quality processes to ensure appropriate accountability for library acquisitions. Responsible for ensuring the most effective acquisition method is used to acquire library materials. Works with the procurement office to develop purchase agreements and statements of work for various library requirements. Resolves problems with procurement activity, finance and accounting office, or vendors beyond the expertise of the technicians. Writes policy and procedures manuals for automated library operations. Manages the library marketing program to include outreach programs, publicity, cross marketing, and special events. Oversees special events, activities, and development of displays and exhibits, highlighting themes dealing with a wide range of topics. Tracks marketing program costs and evaluates program effectiveness. Develops and maintains contact with professional and service organizations to promote specialized programs and exhibits. Conducts tours and orientations for VIPs and commanders, prepare show-to instructions for library and resources use, plans and conducts subject specific instruction seminars on library resources and services. Reviews the acquisition of materials from central funds for approval/disapproval. Establishes internal procurement and quality processes to ensure appropriate accountability for library acquisitions. Responsible for ensuring the most effective acquisition method is used to acquire library materials. Plus more.
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Requirements
Conditions of Employment
- This position requires the incumbent to complete a background investigation with favorable results.
Qualifications
Business Based Action, Military Spouse Preference, Outside Applicant Veteran, Spouse/Widow/Parent of Veteran, and Transition Hiring Preference
In order to qualify, you must meet the 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 the position allows for qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application.
Qualifying Experience:
A master's degree in library and information studies from an American Library Association accredited school and 3 years progressively responsible work experience is required. Professional knowledge of all aspects of library principles, concepts, methodology, operations, functions, and management to perform the professional and administrative duties of the position. Know ledge of the policies, procedures, systems, and interrelationships of the library, the library's data base, data sources, and the customers served. Knowledge of marketing and publicity techniques and of the interests and needs of customers and organizations served to promote library use. Knowledge of established procurement rules and regulations and internal organizational acquisition policies. Familiarity with publishers and supplier methods of operation. Knowledge of on· line database searching and research techniques to meet user requirements. Experience supervising the work of library employees. Ability to read, write, speak, and communicate effectively in English. Work requires some physical exertion such as long periods of standing; recurring activities such as bending, crouching, stooping, stretching, twisting the neck, and reaching; pushing loaded book trucks; and lifting of moderately heavy items. Must be ablet o lift boxes of up to 40pounds. Work requires long periods of sitting at a computer. Must be able to satisfactorily complete a pre-employment physical. Specific visual requirement: Must be able to read 1O pt Times New Roman from floor level to 72inches. Successful completion of a National Agency Check with lnquiries (NACI) required. Abilitv to communicate orallv and in writinl!.
You will be evaluated on the basis of your level of competency in the following areas:
Education
Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. This position does not allow for education substitution.
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 conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.
Additional information
- Individual must fully meet qualification/eligibility/background requirements for this position.
- U.S. Citizens and Non-U.S. Nationals who have resided in the U.S. Territory for three (3) or more consecutive years immediately preceding the start of Federal affiliation or a signed memorandum indicating the installation's decision on the 3-year residency requirement..
- Male applicants born after December 31, 1959 must be registered for Selective Service.
- Direct deposit is required.
- Satisfactorily complete an employment verification (E-Verify) check.
- A probationary period may be required.
- Pre-employment requirements must be satisfactorily met prior to Entrance on Duty (EOD).
- Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs is not authorized, based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government's interest.
- Multiple positions may be filled from this job opportunity announcement. And additional selections may also be made from this job opportunity announcement.
- Selection(s) are subject to restrictions resulting from hiring preferences and priority consideration eligible.
- This is a Nonappropriated Fund (NAF) position carrying out Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) activities for the Air Force and Space Force.
- Benefits
Conditions of Employment
- This position requires the incumbent to complete a background investigation with favorable results.
Qualifications
Business Based Action, Military Spouse Preference, Outside Applicant Veteran, Spouse/Widow/Parent of Veteran, and Transition Hiring Preference
In order to qualify, you must meet the 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 the position allows for qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application.
Qualifying Experience:
A master's degree in library and information studies from an American Library Association accredited school and 3 years progressively responsible work experience is required. Professional knowledge of all aspects of library principles, concepts, methodology, operations, functions, and management to perform the professional and administrative duties of the position. Know ledge of the policies, procedures, systems, and interrelationships of the library, the library's data base, data sources, and the customers served. Knowledge of marketing and publicity techniques and of the interests and needs of customers and organizations served to promote library use. Knowledge of established procurement rules and regulations and internal organizational acquisition policies. Familiarity with publishers and supplier methods of operation. Knowledge of on· line database searching and research techniques to meet user requirements. Experience supervising the work of library employees. Ability to read, write, speak, and communicate effectively in English. Work requires some physical exertion such as long periods of standing; recurring activities such as bending, crouching, stooping, stretching, twisting the neck, and reaching; pushing loaded book trucks; and lifting of moderately heavy items. Must be ablet o lift boxes of up to 40pounds. Work requires long periods of sitting at a computer. Must be able to satisfactorily complete a pre-employment physical. Specific visual requirement: Must be able to read 1O pt Times New Roman from floor level to 72inches. Successful completion of a National Agency Check with lnquiries (NACI) required. Abilitv to communicate orallv and in writinl!.
You will be evaluated on the basis of your level of competency in the following areas:
Education
Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. This position does not allow for education substitution.
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 conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.
Additional information
- Individual must fully meet qualification/eligibility/background requirements for this position.
- U.S. Citizens and Non-U.S. Nationals who have resided in the U.S. Territory for three (3) or more consecutive years immediately preceding the start of Federal affiliation or a signed memorandum indicating the installation's decision on the 3-year residency requirement..
- Male applicants born after December 31, 1959 must be registered for Selective Service.
- Direct deposit is required.
- Satisfactorily complete an employment verification (E-Verify) check.
- A probationary period may be required.
- Pre-employment requirements must be satisfactorily met prior to Entrance on Duty (EOD).
- Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs is not authorized, based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government's interest.
- Multiple positions may be filled from this job opportunity announcement. And additional selections may also be made from this job opportunity announcement.
- Selection(s) are subject to restrictions resulting from hiring preferences and priority consideration eligible.
- This is a Nonappropriated Fund (NAF) position carrying out Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) activities for the Air Force and Space Force.