Major duties and responsibilities are summarized below:

The primary purpose of this position is to plan, manage, and administer a comprehensive library program that include the full scope of library functions and services to include library administration, personnel management, circulation services, reference/research services, technical services, and technological development and support at the installation. Responsible for the library facilities; i.e., maintenance and improvements, purchase of furniture and equipment, and allocation of space within the facilities for various library functions. Establishes and maintains, within established parameters, policies and procedures for all aspects of library functions; writes policy and procedure manuals for automated library operations. Establishes and maintains a program of continuing research and efforts toward improving and expanding library operations. Maintains currency within the library profession by attending professional meetings, conferences, workshops, and seminars. Accurately develops, prepares, and justifies library budgets; establishes short- and long-range library plans. Accurately controls expenditure of funds by consistently monitoring fund allocations and library expenditure, meets expenditure targets, and justifies unfunded requirements. Accurately prepares reports and submits them to requesting authority within time frame specified. Develops a selection plan to match resource requirements and prioritizes requirements against available funds; formulates cost efficient search strategies to effectively perform comprehensive reference services and technical literature searches. Manages the library marketing program to include outreach programs, publicity, cross marketing, and special events; develops marketing plans and strategies to increase library awareness and usage. Oversees special events, activities, and development of displays and exhibits, highlighting themes dealing with a wide range of topics. Conducts tours and orientations for VIPs and commanders, prepares how-to instructions for library and resource use, plans and conducts subject specific instruction seminars on library resources and services. Responsible for work force management, recruitment, and staff training. Accurately conducts employee performance appraisals within established guidelines and time frames; advocates appropriate recognition and feedback for performance and contributions. Addresses potential disciplinary and/or performance issues timely and takes appropriate, corrective action(s) as necessary. Supports CNIC's Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) policy; fosters a work environment free of discrimination, harassment, and/or reprisal; and ensures equitable treatment of all staff. Effectively instructs library personnel in the use of new software packages. 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 databases, other libraries, or external subject resources. Develops collection management and ensures compliance; effectively evaluates and manages collection development.  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 original cataloging, subject analysis, and classification of a wide variety of specialized information in all formats using Dewey Decimal Classification and Library of Congress subject headings; effectively organizes (classifies) and catalogs materials to make them accessible to library users through public catalogs; ensures catalog records are accurate and current. Develops and implements name, series, and subject authority control records. Evaluates effectiveness of the library's automated services, determines requirements and conducts studies to improve systems operation; effectively directs computer automation support projects. Serves as coordinator of automation and systems, including local area network, wide-area network, and Internet, within the library. Effectively plans and conducts library instruction seminars.

A complete list of duties and responsibilities will be provided at the time of hire.

Conditions of employment

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Qualifications

In order to qualify for this position, resumes must include information which demonstrates experience and knowledge, skills, and ability (KSAs) as they relate to this position. Applicants are encouraged to be clear and specific when describing their experience level and KSAs. If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements, education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education (http://www2.ed.gov/admins/finaid/accred/index.html)

Applicants qualifying based on education, time in grade, credentials, certification, training and/or module completion MUST provide proof of education, personnel action or SF50, credentials, statement of service, certification, training and/or module completion at the time of resume submission. Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.

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.

Full professional knowledge of the theories, principles, practices and objectives of librarianship, and an in-depth knowledge of library automation and integrated library systems in support of all library functions such as library management, circulation, online public access catalog (OPAC), acquisition, interlibrary loan, serials, cataloging, etc. to perform the professional and administrative duties of the position. Knowledge of the policies, procedures, systems, and interrelationships of the library, the library’s databases, 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 on-line database searching and research techniques and capabilities of post-processing to meet user requirements. Ability to supervise others. Ability to communicate orally and in writing.

Subject to satisfactory completion of background investigation to include National Agency Check with Inquiries (NACI). 

How you will be evaluated

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

Any experience, education, or other qualification presented on your application and/or resume is subject to evaluation and verification. Submissions are reviewed to determine if applicants meet the hiring eligibility and qualification requirements and to determine the level of knowledge, skill, and ability related to the job requirements.

Best qualified applicants are referred to the hiring manager in accordance with Military Spouse and Veteran Preference policies where applicable.

If your application and/or resume lacks sufficient information, you will be rated accordingly or may be considered ineligible.

The hiring manager may choose to conduct interviews, which may also be subject to evaluation and verification.