Clarification from the agency

Please see the "Who May Apply" section under the Qualifications section.

The primary purpose of this position is to provide general office support and to assist management in all technical operation of the library services.

The primary duties of this position include, but are not limited to:

• Assists in the training of new library aides and technicians on technical service tasks.
• Independently performs acquisition duties by implementing established procedures for technical services functions.
• Prepares, verifies, and processes all procurement purchase requests in accordance with AF Library and Information System procurement guidelines, regulations, general library philosophies, and funds procedures for various funding sources as directed by the supervisory librarian.
• Using established procedures, renews subscriptions.
• Monitors receipt of all items purchased and routinely follows up on outstanding orders and reports purchasing/delivery discrepancies to senior technician.
• Recommends titles for possible inclusion in the collection.
• Performs copy cataloging to meet specific library requirements.
• Uses automated cataloging resources such as OCLC to obtain and modify catalog records for new library materials in a variety of formats.
• Downloads cataloging data for materials into the Integrated Library System (ILS) to make the records accessible to library users.
• Ensures catalog records are accurate and current.
• Maintains name, series, and subject authority control records.
• Using established procedures, prepares library materials in a variety of formats for use by library customers.
• Assists in the annual inventory of library materials.
• Using established procedures, prepares materials for disposal via excess lists or DRMO and prepares appropriate paperwork.
• Assists in providing ready reference services to library customers.
• Refers difficult reference questions to the senior technician or librarian.
• Assists library users with library equipment.
• Performs routine clerical tasks.
• Uses varied and advanced functions of computer software to prepare, format, modify, edit, email and print a variety of letters, reports, memos, and other documents Assists at the circulation desk as needed.
• Refers unusual or complex problems concerning work processes to the appropriate staff member.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Conditions of employment

• This position requires the incumbent to complete a background investigation with favorable results.
• This position requires the incumbent to complete a pre-employment physical examination.
• This position requires the incumbent to meet the requirements to obtain a Common Access Card (CAC) and network access.
• This position requires shift work to provide coverage on evenings, weekends, holidays, or special situations.

Qualifications

Are of Consideration: The Area of Consideration for this vacancy announcement is US Citizens and legal US residents within a 100-mile radius of Holloman AFB, New Mexico. Recruitment limited only to the local commuting area of Holloman AFB.USAJobs profile address must reflect an address within a 100-mile radius of Holloman AFB, New Mexico.

Who May Apply: Open to everyone. Applicants will be categorized by preference(s) and/or priority consideration eligibilities. An applicant's eligibility will be determined based on eligibility claimed in the questionnaire and proof of eligibility MUST be provided with application by the closing date, 05/01/2026

Business Based Action, Military Spouse Preference, Outside Applicant Veteran, Spouse/Widow/Parent of Veteran, and Transition Hiring Preference

In order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described below. 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). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if the position allows for qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application.

Qualifying Experience:

• Specialized experience in a library that provided specific knowledge of library rules, policies, and procedures for circulation and technical service.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English.
• Experience or training that demonstrates the ability to perform computer processing.
• Typing experience is required.
• Possess skill applying standard customer service practices when dealing with the public.

How you will be evaluated

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

Your resume and supporting document will be evaluated against the qualifications of the position.

Once the announcement has closed, a review of your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) will be used to determine whether you meet the qualification requirements listed on this announcement. If you are minimally qualified, your resume and supporting documentation will be compared against your responses to the assessment questionnaire to determine your level of experience. If, after reviewing your resume and/or supporting documentation, a determination has been made that you have inflated your responses to meet the position's qualifications and/or experience, you may lose consideration for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully when applying, errors or omissions may affect your eligibility.

You should list any relevant performance appraisals and incentive awards in your resume as that information may be taken into consideration during the selection process. If selected, you may be required to provide supporting documentation.

To better expedite the hiring process, we recommend including full contact information (name, address, phone number, email, etc.,) for professional and personal references on your resume.