The purpose of this position is to provide administration and management for a library program at a CNIC Headquarters (HQ) designated regional / installation library program, which may include oversight of CNIC HQ designated branch libraries.
The purpose of this position is to provide administration and management for a library program at a CNIC Headquarters (HQ) designated regional / installation library program, which may include oversight of CNIC HQ designated branch libraries.
Please see the "Who May Apply" section under the Qualifications section.
Duties include but not limited to:
Supervisory Duties 25%
- Supervises the work of employees, NF-03 and NF-04, engaged in library work which requires a high degree of professional judgement, technical skill and experience. May also supervise Active Duty personnel(s), contractors, student trainee(s), and/or volunteers.
- Performs the full range of supervisory duties including mentoring, assigning work, defining priorities, selecting and recommending applicants for hire.
- Recommends pay adjustments/awards.
- Recommends and executes training.
- Initiates corrective actions and recommends formal corrective/disciplinary actions as warranted.
- Implements personnel action requests (SF-52) and ensures timekeeping documents are submitted in accordance with local direction.
- Ensures interviews and selections of new hires are performed in accordance with established hiring practices.
- Leads and instructs subordinate staff in administering traditional and non-traditional library programs that support diverse cultural, educational, and recreational community activities.
- Oversees the day-to-day operations of the library program to which assigned; assists with staffing, training, program planning and scheduling.
Program Management 50%
- Responsible for planning, budgeting, coordinating, publicizing, marketing, and executing library programs that include the Annual Summer Reading Program, early literacy programs, and other library events and activities for patrons of all ages and diverse backgrounds.
- Establishes installation library program's goals and priorities. Ensures progressive program development and technological advancement commensurate with military and municipal library systems.
- Maintains currency in library management trends, technology, techniques and materials. Applies knowledge to create and achieve program goals and objectives.
- Coordinates leisure skills development activities that support the library and MWR missions.
- Utilizes on-line databases, computer systems, and approved software to facilitate budget execution, circulations, technical services, and reference duties.
- Provides general reference and reader advisory services.
- Performs accurate descriptive cataloging or copy cataloging by creating new bibliographic records or by modifying existing records to match items on hand with the CNIC HQ Library Program approved Integrated Library System.
- Leads library collection development projects.
- Develops contacts and creates professional proposals, execution of agreements and follow-ups.
- Develops library programs, services, publicity and marketing materials for review and approval.
- Partners with other MWR programs and personnel to promote library activities and provide programming assistance to MWR programs.
- Seeks ways to promote and market library services through outreach opportunities on base which include but are not limited to Child Development Centers, base leadership meetings, staff indoctrinations, and other group functions or gatherings.
- Advises senior leadership on program related operational impacts.
Administration 25%
- Provides administrative duties and support through after-action reports, data collection and database administration.
- Responds to data calls and accurately reports program utilization and metrics.
- Solicits input from all library staff regarding internal short and long-range goals, business plan objectives, and program standards to solidify a team environment and maintain a broad view of circulation, technical, and programming services provided.
- Monitors the library program to ensure that standards are met or exceeded.
- Routinely evaluates and reviews the ongoing programs and provides the installation leadership with guidance that may develop, adapt, modify, expand, or otherwise change the program activity to better meet and enhance the expected effectiveness of the library program.
- Generates and implements standard operating procedures, marketing plans, technology plans and annual strategic plan.
- Performs regular analysis of projects and programs; considering operating budget, staffing requirements, plans, trends, command mission and changing population.
- Ensures library facility and activities meet established fire, safety, security, and sanitation guidelines.
- Takes timely action to correct deficiencies through coordination with appropriate entities.
- Monitors associated contracts, Memorandums of Agreement or Understanding in Area of Responsibility
- Assists in the planning, designing of construction and renovation projects.
- Accurately purchases and/or procures items per DoD/DoN policies, procedures, and guidelines.
- May act as Approving Official for government purchase cardholders with the Area of Responsibility.
- Ensures inventory control on all property pertinent to the operation of the program and facility.
- Promotes customer service awareness and demonstrates excellent customer service to all professional and patron contacts.
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.
A qualified candidate must possess:
To qualify for this position incumbent must meet the occupational basic requirements IAW with OPM's qualification standards:
A master's degree in Library Science from an ALA accredited institution AND three years of progressively responsible library-related work experience that includes one full year of supervisory experience.
Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
All resumes will be reviewed to determine if they meet the hiring eligibility and qualification requirements listed in this announcement, and will be rated based on the information provided in the resume to determine the level of knowledge, skills and abilities (KSAs) related to the job requirements. Using the qualifications of the position, a predetermined rating criterion of KSAs will be used for each resume. Best qualified applicants will be referred to the hiring manager. The selecting official may choose to conduct interviews.
The following documents are required at the time of application:
NOTE: Failure to provide the required documents may impact eligibility, qualifications determination.
Note: When submitting transcripts for an Associate degree or higher, proof of a high school diploma or equivalent is not required. All transcripts MUST show student's name, the name of the awarding university or educational institution, degree type, awarded/conferred date, and the field of study (major). If your degree has not been awarded and/or you possess certificates of completion for DoD approved competency-based training courses, and/or a valid CDA/MSA credential(s), you MUST also provide a copy of your HS Diploma or equivalent. Altered transcripts will not be accepted.
Transcripts from foreign colleges must be evaluated for U.S. equivalency in order to be considered. Applicants are responsible to obtain and submit proof of creditability of education as evaluated by a credentialing agency which is a private U.S. organization. Credential evaluations are not free and applicants are responsible for the cost of the selected service.
Foreign high school transcripts or diplomas do not require credential evaluation but must be in English or a certified translation.
Starting May 7, 2025, non-affiliated individuals requesting access will need a REAL ID-compliant driver's license or another acceptable form of identification to access CNRMA Installations. This applies to everyone, including the following: but not all inclusive:
Vendors
What are acceptable alternative forms of identification for base access? If you don't have a REAL ID-compliant driver's license, you can use one of the following:
How can I obtain a REAL ID-compliant license? To obtain a REAL ID-compliant license, you'll need to visit your state's driver's license agency with the following documents:
To be considered for this vacancy you must apply and complete the online questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section above.
The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 05/13/2026 to receive consideration.
To begin, click Apply to access the online application. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply. If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application.
To preview the Application Questionnaire, please click the following link: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12954238
It is your responsibility to ensure your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) is complete, accurate, and submitted by the closing date.
Additional information on how to complete the online application process and submit your online application may be found on the https://help.usastaffing.gov/Apply/index.php?title=Applicant
To verify or check the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account. Once logged in, the Welcome screen lists your applications, your application status and the date it was last updated. For information on what each Application Status means, visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/application/status
DON is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information, reprisal, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, or any other non-merit factor. The DON provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. Applicants with disabilities who believe they may require reasonable accommodation(s) should email their request to MILL_HQ_NAF_HR.FCT@navy.mil to ensure proper consideration is given.
Using the required qualifications of the position, a standardized rating and ranking criteria of knowledge, skills, and abilities will be used to screen and assess each application.
If you provided an email address, you will receive an email message acknowledging receipt of your application. Times may vary during the hiring process, as your application status updates/changes you will be notified with a notification letter via email.
Please notify us if your contact information changes after the closing date of the announcement. Also, note that if you provide an email address that is inaccurate or if your mailbox is full or blocked (e.g., Spam Blocker, etc.), you may not receive important communication that could affect your consideration for this position.
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