• Directs overall library operation. Responsible for the full scope of library functions including the library management/administration and personnel management.
• Responsible for public/patron services, e.g. reference/research services, selective dissemination of information, circulation services, programming, interlibrary loans, up-to-date web presence.
• Responsible for technical services, e.g. acquisitions, cataloging/classification, accountability of materials, procurement strategies.
• Responsible for automation systems and other library technology implementation and support, e.g. ILS, workstations, Internet access, and network applications.
• Evaluates effectiveness of the library's automated services, determines requirements and conducts studies to improve systems operations.
• Responsible for the library facility; i.e. justification and planning for new facility, maintenance and improvements, purchase of furniture and equipment, and allocation of space.
• Develops budgets, justifies requirements, and establishes short and long-range plans/goals. Monitors funding allocations and meets expenditure targets. Reviews library operations for effectiveness. Determines internal library policies.
• Advises on external library policies. Establishes standard operating procedures and sets internal controls. Prepares a variety of correspondence/reports/briefs.
• Conducts oral presentations and presides over group meetings. Promotes library services and programs. Develops marketing strategies to increase library awareness.
• Liaisons with community/user groups and establishes partnerships/networks for efficiencies with local, state, regional and/or national organizations.
• Attends professional meetings, conferences, workshops, and seminars as required. Catalogs and classifies library materials as required.
• Performs reference and research services using text and online searching principles. Selects a variety of print, non-print, and online resources to meet the organizational, educational and personal needs of customers.
• Supervises assigned staff, conducts employee appraisals, advocates training, and provides appropriate recognition and feedback for performance.

Conditions of employment

• Direct Deposit and Social Security Card is required.
• Meet qualification/eligibility/background requirements for this position.
• Satisfactorily complete an employment verification (E-Verify) check.
• Completed and signed DA Form 3433 is required prior to entrance on duty.
• Satisfactorily complete an employment verification (E-Verify) check.
• Subject to satisfactory completion of all pre-employment checks in accordance with AR 215-3, para.2 to include a Tier 1 background investigation.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

A master's degree in library science, information services, or information management from an accredited college or university. Additionally, one (1) year of progressively responsible work experience equivalent to the next lower grade level is required which showcases the ability to perform in library management, personnel management, public/patron services, technical services, and library automation service functions. Must have a working knowledge of office software products including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access. Must have the ability to communicate orally and in writing.

PLEASE NOTE: Your resume & application package must reflect the qualifications stated in the announcement and questionnaire to be rated eligible

How you will be evaluated

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

Candidates will be evaluated based on their resumes and will be referred to management for consideration.

Applicants can claim the following Eligibilities:

NAF Priority Considerations:
1. DoD NAF Employees Separated by Business Based Action (BBA) - A copy of your most recent Personnel Action (or equivalent) or the Official BBA Notice must be uploaded at time of application.
2. Current Appropriated Funds Employee CNE (APF) - Your resume must clearly reflect current employment (i.e. agency, position tittle, pay plan, series, grade etc) or a copy of your most recent Personnel Action (SF50) or equivalent must be uploaded at time of application.
3. Current/Former NAF Employee (CNE/FNE) - Your resume must clearly reflect current/former employment (i.e. agency, position tittle, pay plan, series, grade etc) or a copy of your most recent Personnel Action (DA3434) or equivalent must be uploaded at time of application.
4. Outside Applicant Veteran (OAV) (NAF - OAV) - A copy of the DD 214 (member 4 or service 2 copy) or other proof such as an official statement dated 1991 or later from the Department of Veterans affairs or equivalent MUST be uploaded at time of application.
5. Spouse/Widow/Parent of Veteran (OAV) (OAV (Spouse) - A copy of the DD 1300 must be uploaded at time of application. If you cannot provide a copy of the DD 1300 at the time of application a copy will be required by HR prior to a job offer or prior to on boarding.

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