This job originated on www.usajobs.gov. For the full announcement and to apply, visit www.usajobs.gov/job/527863300. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.
This position is located in the U.S. International Trade Commission, Office of Operations, Office of Analysis and Research Services, Library Services Division.
Learn more about this agency03/21/2019 to 04/10/2019
$57,510 - $74,759 per year
GS 9
1 vacancy in the following location:
Yes—as determined by the agency policy.
Not required
No
Permanent
Full-Time
Competitive
12
No
No
DE-19-045-SP
527863300
All Groups of Qualified Individuals - All US citizens is announcement is open to the public
As a Reference and Research Services (RRS) Librarian you will assist in the planning, operation, and administering the Library program according to regulations and controls, standards and guidelines, publisher's catalogs, standard library classification and cataloging guides, specialized handbooks, interlibrary loan procedures, and professional organization recommendations. Assist in coordinating the technical operations of the library to meet current requirements of the organization's mission and areas of interest. Assist in evaluating existing programs in terms of services offered, content of collection, and the fulfillment of the organization's needs. Contributes to the development of evolving library procedures and techniques to improve operations.
As a RRS Librarian, provides assistance to users in use of complex materials (e.g. foreign trade data, TSUSA, HTS, legislative histories, etc.) and in conducting research with obscure data and information sources via the library collections, periodicals, reports, CDs, microforms, government documents (both domestic and foreign), digital libraries and through contacts with other organizations. Uses United States and foreign (or international) statistical, industry, trade and technical periodicals and monographs, and any other on-line resource or vendor. Demonstrates abilities to handle questions that are particularly obscure and difficult.
Performs research and literature searches in retrieval systems such as EBSCO Discovery Service Lexis/Nexis, Westlaw and the Internet. Searches all the Library's internal and commercial databases and other digital resources. Guides USITC staff and public users through different search strategies and techniques to locate information. Provides assistance and training to staff to optimize and promote the effective and efficient use of library resources and services. Performs searches in HeinOnline and other legal databases and demonstrates knowledge and application of OverDrive, a platform that supports the licensing, borrowing and sharing of legal e-books and reference works.
To meet Basic Qualifications, all applicants must meet one of the following:
All librarians must meet the requirements for professional education in library science or possess equivalent experience and education.
You must submit a legible copy of your college/university transcripts to your online application. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable at the time of application. Official transcripts will be required if selected. Failure to submit the required legible documentation at the time of application will result in disqualification of your application.
Foreign Education - Education completed outside the U.S. must be deemed equivalent to conventional/accredited U.S. education programs to be acceptable for Federal employment. If your college/university is outside the U.S., your transcripts must be accompanied by a report from a credential evaluation service that is a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or the Association of International Credentials Evaluators (AICE). Failure to submit a foreign education evaluation report will result in disqualification of your application.
For GS-7: Applicants must meet the requirements specified in paragraphs A or B below.
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You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas:
1. Resume: Your resume or any other written format you choose should contain the required information as specified in the How You Will Be Evaluated section. Insufficient information will result in an ineligible rating.
2. Occupational Questionnaire: A completed job-specific occupational questionnaire submitted through your Application Manager account.
3. Transcripts: If you are qualifying based on education OR if there are mandatory education requirements listed under the Qualifications and Evaluations section, you MUST submit a copy of your college transcript(s) with your application. If selected, an official/sealed college transcript(s) will be required to verify education prior to employment.
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.
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.
To apply for this position, you must complete the occupational questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below.
The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 04/10/2019 to receive consideration.
1. 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.
2. Click the Submit My Answers button to submit your application package. It is your responsibility to ensure your responses and appropriate documentation are submitted prior to the closing date.
3. To verify that your application is complete, log into your USAJOBS account, https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login, 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.
4. 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.
The Vacancy ID is 10444773.
Once the occupational questionnaire is received, you will receive an acknowledgement email that your submission was successful. After a review of your complete application, you will be notified of your rating and/or referral to the hiring official. If further evaluation or interviews are required you will be contacted.
To check the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account, select Application Status, and click on the More Information link under the application status for this position.
You will be notified up to four times during the hiring process:
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
This job originated on www.usajobs.gov. For the full announcement and to apply, visit www.usajobs.gov/job/527863300. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.
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The U.S. International Trade Commission (Commission) is a great place to work, and we aren't the only ones who think so. We were rated 2nd overall in the 2017 and 2018 Best Places to Work Index.
An independent Federal agency, the Commission provides the President and Congress with high-quality analysis and technical support on international trade, tariff and competitiveness issues; investigates and decides import injury cases and publishes the United States' tariff schedule. You will find a working environment throughout the Commission that is dedicated to the development of your technical skills and a commitment to provide balance between your work and personal life.
Here, you will find a dynamic work environment, multi-disciplinary teams working on a variety of projects and products, a dedication to develop your technical skills, and a commitment to provide balance between your work and your personal life. The position is located in the U.S. International Trade Commission, Office of Operations, Office of Investigations. As the Supervisory International Trade Analyst (Investigator) you will be responsible for oversight and caring out the functions involved in compiling and analyzing investigative information and related duties assigned in support of the Commission's mission.