Job Title:Librarian
Agency:National Archives and Records Administration
Job Announcement Number:JD565024GL
SALARY RANGE:
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OPEN PERIOD:
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Friday, December 16, 2011 to Friday, January 06, 2012 |
SERIES & GRADE:
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GS-1410-12 |
POSITION INFORMATION:
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Full Time -
Term NTE 24 Months |
PROMOTION POTENTIAL:12 |
DUTY LOCATIONS:
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1 vacancy(s) -
College Park, MDView Map
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WHO MAY BE CONSIDERED:
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United States Citizens |
JOB SUMMARY:
As a Librarian with Research Services, Preservation Programs in College Park, MD you will have responsibility for cataloging a collection of historic and modern Hebraic and English library and archival materials, reviewing digitization priorities, tracking and maintaining collection database and developing descriptive metadata to support digitization. Knowledge of Arabic is desirable, however not required.
This position is being filled under a Term Appointment not–to-exceed 24 months.
Applicants must possess a knowledge of Hebrew. Knowledge of Arabic is desirable but not required.
Whether you are new to the Federal Government or an experienced professional seeking a career change, you can make history at the National Archives. Our dedicated staff works across a variety of career fields to safeguard the records of the Federal Government - more than 10 billion of them.
Visit our Employee Gallery at www.archives.gov/careers to see the kinds of dynamic projects our staff are undertaking. If you want a career where you can see the difference your work makes, then join the National Archives!
For more information visit: http://archives.gov/dc-metro/college-park
KEY REQUIREMENTS
- U.S. Citizenship
- Background Investigation or Security Clearance
- Relocation Expenses Will Not Be Paid
- More than 1 job may be filled if additional vacancies occur with 90 days
DUTIES:
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Duties include:
- Serving as an expert or authority in the cataloging of Hebraic library and archival materials.
- Cataloging and providing metadata for Hebraic books and documents.
- Developing cataloging goals and policies for the collection project.
- Developing descriptive metadata for digitized materials.
- Reviewing digitization priorities.
- Maintaining the collection database.
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
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All librarians must meet the requirements specified in paragraphs A or B below:
A. Completion of one full academic year of graduate study in library science in an accredited college or university, in addition to completion of all work required for a bachelor’s degree; Or
B. A total of at least 5 years of a combination of college-level education, training, and experience. To qualify on this basis the applicant must establish conclusively that the education, training, and experience provided a knowledge and understanding of the theories, principles, and techniques of professional librarianship; a knowledge of literature resources; and the knowledge and abilities essential for providing effective library and information services.
In addition to the above basic requirements, applicants must have 1 year of experience equivalent to the GS-11 level in the Federal Service. This experience must have demonstrated the ability to perform, supervise, or direct one or more of the functional areas of work covered by this series; to understand the concepts, theories, new developments, and co-relationship of information in related fields; and to maintain up-to-date information on the state of the art. Specifically experience that has demonstrated the ability to perform, supervise, or direct the cataloging of Hebraic library and archival materials; cataloging and providing metadata for Hebraic books and documents; translating bibliographic data in the collection materials in Hebrew; maintaining and updating a database and developing metadata to support the digitization process. Applicants must be able to read and/or translate material in Hebrew.
Qualifications by Closing Date: You must meet all qualification requirements by the closing date of the announcement. Please note that qualification claims will be subject to verification.
HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED:
Once you complete and submit your application package, a review of your application will be made to ensure you meet the job requirements. To determine if you are qualified for this job, a review of your resume and supporting documentation will be made and compared against your responses to the occupational questionnaire. Your resume must specifically and clearly show your possession of the required specialized experience and your possession of the required competencies. We will evaluate each applicant who meets the basic qualifications on the competencies/knowledge, skills and abilities related to the position such as knowledge of the current cataloging rules for Hebraic library materials; knowledge of Library of Congress cataloging policies and the complex rules for descriptive and subject cataloging needed to resolve problem situations; knowledge of MARC formats; knowledge of new technologies applied to cataloging of conventional monographs, serials, video recordings, sound recordings and computer files; knowledge of Hebrew and the ability to apply this knowledge to cataloging and development of metadata; knowledge of standard library and archival procedures and of staff training practices and educational techniques
For Competitive Applicants/All U.S. Citizens – Based on the information you provided in your application package, you will be assigned to one of three quality categories - Best Qualified, Well Qualified, or Qualified. Those applicants who are determined to be best qualified will be referred to the hiring manager for further consideration. Qualified veterans are placed ahead of non-veterans within each category. Qualified veterans with a service connected disability of 10% of more are place ahead of non-veterans in the best qualified category.
For Non Competitive Applicants (Also refer to Other Information, Special Employment Consideration) – If you meet the qualification requirements based on your online application, you will be referred to the selecting official for further review.
BENEFITS:
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NARA offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes paid vacation, sick leave, holidays, life insurance, health benefits, and participation in the Federal Employees Retirement System. More information: http://www.usajobs.gov/ResourceCenter/Index/Interactive/Benefits#icc.
OTHER INFORMATION:
TERM appointment is not–to-exceed 24 months.
Qualifications by Closing Date: You must meet all qualification requirements by the closing date of the announcement. Please note that qualification claims will be subject to verification.
Trial Period: You will be required to serve a one-year trial period.
Veterans' Preference: If you are a veteran with preference eligibility and you are claiming 5-point veterans’ preference, you must submit a copy of your DD-214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty or other proof of eligibility (The member 4 copy of your DD-214, or other copies that indicate character of discharge is preferable). If you are claiming 10-point veterans’ preference, you must also submit an SF-15, “Application for 10-Point Veterans’ Preference” plus the proof required by that form. For more information on veterans’ preference see Veteran’s Information Page, USAJOBS - Veterans
Schedule A Hiring/Appointing Authority: Persons with disabilities are eligible to be considered for one of these non-competitive appointments, please indicate the type of appointment you are seeking on your application and follow all other instructions for applying.
Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program: If you are an eligible ICTAP applicant you may apply for special selection consideration. You must meet minimum qualifications, including selective factors, experience, and education requirements (if applicable), and be rated well-qualified for the position (i.e., receive a score of 85 or above based on your responses to the Occupational Questionnaire). You must provide a copy of your written notification of ICTAP eligibility or a copy of your separation personnel actions form with your application. More information: http://www.opm.gov/ctap/index.asp.
HOW TO APPLY:
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To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package, which includes:
1. Your Resume
2. A complete Occupational Questionnaire
3. Additional Required Documents (see Required Documents section below)
The complete Application Package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on Friday, January 06, 2012.
To begin the process, click the Apply Online button to create an account or log in to your existing USAJOBS account. Follow the prompts to complete the occupational questionnaire. Please ensure you click the Submit My Answers button at the end of the process.
To fax supporting documents you are unable to upload, complete the cover page http://staffing.opm.gov/pdf/usascover.pdf using the following Vacancy ID 565024.
Fax your documents to 1-478-757-3144.
Note: To check the status of your application or return to a previous or incomplete application, log into your USAJOBS account, select Application Status, and click on the more information link under the application status of this position.
If you cannot apply online:
1. Click the following link to view and print the occupational questionnaire View Occupational Questionnaire, and
2. Print this 1203FX form to provide your response to the occupational questionnaire http://www.opm.gov./forms/pdf_fill/OPM1203fx.pdf and
3. Fax the completed 1203FX form along with any supporting documentations to 1-478-757-3144. Your 1203FX will serve as a cover page for your fax transmission.
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS:
The following documents must be received by the closing date of this announcement:
· Resume - Relevant work experience must include: Job title, duties, hours worked per week, starting and ending dates of employment (month and year), and salary.
· Responses to Occupational Questionnaire.
· Copies of college transcripts - "Unofficial" transcripts are acceptable. (Prior to appointment, an official college transcript will be required).
· Veterans Preference documentation (DD-214 - member 4 copy or other copies that indicate character of discharge or equivalent, SF-15 and VA Letter as appropriate).
· Form – Demographic Information on Applicants, OMB No. 3046-0046. This form is available at http://www.eeoc.gov/federal/upload/OMB-3046-0046.pdf (Optional).
WHAT TO EXPECT NEXT:
Once the online questionnaire is received, you will receive an acknowledgement email that your submission was successful. We will review your résumé and transcript(s) (if appropriate) to ensure you meet the basic qualification requirements. We will evaluate each applicant who meets the basic qualifications on the information provided and may interview the best-qualified applicants. After making a tentative job offer, we will conduct a suitability and/or security background investigation. A final job offer for this position is typically made within 40 days after the closing date of the announcement.
