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Position: Librarian, GS 13
Location: Bethesda, MD / Fort McNair, DC
Posted: USAJobs
Salary: $121,785 – $158,322 per year

Duties

Formulates and submits to the NDU Library Director budget estimates for all activities of the Division, making provisions for anticipated changes in requirements for all program needs including materials, equipment, training, and the purchases.

Coordinates with DoW, Dept. of State, the Smithsonian, as well as with the constituent colleges and other University elements as required to direct policy relating to the Command.

Responsible for execution of the collection development policy, budgeting, program planning, reference assistance and Interpretation, collection analysis and preservation and research programs.

Presents lectures, tours, and hosts meetings relating to NDU-NIC. Plans special events which attract the participation of the library staff, the University community and professional colleagues.

Requirements

Conditions of employment

  • U.S. Citizenship 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.
  • Telework availability will be based upon the mission requirements and supervisory determination.
  • 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 Top Secret/SCI 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

AND

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-12 grade level in the Federal service.

Specialized Experience is defined as: Experience with developing a visual design program to create professional visual products, exhibits, publications, Web/electronic media presentations, and print products.

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