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Summary

This is a full-time position with the Library of the Supreme Court of the United States in Washington, D.C.

Closing Date: Monday, 03/18/2019, 11:59 PM EDT
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Responsibilities
The Acquisitions/Government Documents Technician performs a wide variety of tasks related to filing of loose-leaf materials, processing government documents, acquisitions, and general Technical Services and Special Collections Department support. These tasks include:
- Filing loose-leaf services according to publishers' written instructions;
- Tracking missing or circulating volumes needed for supplementation;
- Investigating and solving all filing problems including claims;
- Receiving and claiming all government depository material;
- Shelving government documents by Superintendent of Documents Classification System;
- Assists with the digital conversion of acquisitions records;
- Develops and updates metadata as required;
- Distributing library material to Library staff, Chambers' personnel and Court Offices' personnel;
- Assisting the Serials staff with locating materials for binding;
- Generating statistics for the position's task areas;
- Retrieving Records and Briefs and transcripts of Oral Arguments;
- Performing miscellaneous duties as assigned.
Travel Required

Not required

Supervisory status

No

Promotion Potential

8
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1411 Library Technician
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Requirements

Conditions of Employment
- U.S. Citizenship
- Meet Experience Requirements (see Qualifications)
- Employment is subject to successful completion of a security background check.
- If you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959, you must certify that you have registered with the Selective Service System, or are exempt from having to do so under the Selective Service Law. See: www.sss.gov
Qualifications

Experience with loose-leaf supplementation and filing procedures is required. One to two years of library work experience is preferred. Familiarity with Superintendent of Documents Classification and Depository Library Systems is also required. Knowledge of Millennium or other automated library system is preferred. Experience with Microsoft office applications is preferred.

Education

Two or more years of college is required.

Additional information

Working for the Supreme Court of the United States offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes, in part, paid vacation, sick leave, holidays, life insurance, health benefits, and participation in the Federal Employees Retirement System. Additional benefits include flexible spending accounts, long-term care insurance, and the SmartBenefits transit subsidy.

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How You Will Be Evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

We will review and assess your application package in comparison with the posted qualifications for the position.

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Background checks and security clearance

Security clearance

Not Required

Drug test required

No
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Required Documents
The following documents are required:
1. OF-306 (http://www.opm.gov/forms/pdf_fill/of0306.pdf)
2. A resume
3. A cover letter
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How to Apply
You must also complete, print, and sign the OF-306, then upload it along with your resume and cover letter. These three documents are required and must be received by the closing date, 03/18/2019, in order to be considered. Please submit only these documents unless you have prior federal and/or military experience. In that case your most recent SF-50 and/or DD-214 will also be required.
- To begin, click Apply Online to create a USAJobs account or log in to your existing account. Follow the prompts to select your USAJobs resume and/or other supporting documents and complete the occupational questionnaire.
- Click the Submit My Answers button to submit your application package.
- It is your responsibility to ensure your responses and appropriate documentation is submitted prior to the closing date.
- To verify your application is complete, log into your USAJobs account, https://www.usajobs.gov, select the Application Status link and then select the More Information link for this position. The Details page will display the status of your application, the documentation received and processed, and any correspondence the agency has sent related to this application. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.
- To return to an incomplete application, log into your USAJobs account and click Update Application in the vacancy announcement. You must re-select your resume and/or other documents from your USAJobs account or your application will be incomplete.
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Agency contact information

Human Resources Office

Phone

(202) 479-3404

Email

hr@supremecourt.gov

Address

Supreme Court of the United States
1 First Street NE
Washington, DC 20543
US

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Next steps

Upon submission, you will receive an e-mail acknowledging receipt of your application. Please be advised that your application will not be considered complete unless all of the required documents have been received. All applicants will be notified once a selection has been made.

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The Federal hiring process is setup to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.

Equal Employment Opportunity Policy
The United States Government does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor.
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Federal agencies must provide reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities where appropriate. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process should follow the instructions in the job opportunity announcement. For any part of the remaining hiring process, applicants should contact the hiring agency directly. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.

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Under the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, federal agencies must provide reasonable accommodations when:
- An applicant with a disability needs an accommodation to have an equal opportunity to apply for a job.
- An employee with a disability needs an accommodation to perform the essential job duties or to gain access to the workplace.
- An employee with a disability needs an accommodation to receive equal access to benefits, such as details, training, and office-sponsored events.
You can request a reasonable accommodation at any time during the application or hiring process or while on the job. Requests are considered on a case-by-case basis.

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This job originated on www.usajobs.gov. For the full announcement and to apply, visit www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/526220000. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.

Acquisitions/Government Documents Technician

Judicial Branch

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Relocation expenses reimbursed

Telework eligible

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Travel Required

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