Librarian

Summary About the Position: As the USACE Portland District Librarian, you will plan, direct, and operate the technical Library containing extensive technical materials that embrace global engineering technology covering all disciplines, the physical, social and natural sciences, architecture, construction technology, materials testing, hazardous waste management, public administration, financial and personnel management, and an 8,000 volume legal reference library. Learn more about this agency Requirements Conditions of Employment Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation. Qualifications Who May Apply: US Citizens In order to qualify, you must meet the education and 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 qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Additional information about transcripts is in this document. Basic Requirement for Librarians: Education: 1 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 - Education and experience: 5 years of a combination of college-level education, training, and experience. To qualify on this basis, you 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. Basic Requirements for GS-9 and above Librarian: Degree: Master's degree (or higher degree) in Library Science (MLS) or Library Information Science (MLIS) (Note: You must attach a copy of your transcripts.) In addition to meeting the basic requirements above, to qualify for this position you must also meet the qualification requirements listed below: Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience which includes 1. performing literature searches that include subject bibliographies and indexes as well as other source materials; 2.) locating information from a variety of published and unpublished sources and electronic data bases; 3.) providing input and recommendations for collection development and source selection; 4.) providing instruction, training, and library support to a variety of users which include administrative, professional, scientific, and technical personnel; 5.) uploading permanent documents to digital library systems accessible to the public ensuring proper 508 compliance, metadata management, and digital collection management; AND 6.) Managing e-resources to include licensing, copyright, e-books, journals, technical codes & standards, and subscription services. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the second lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-09). - OR - Education: 3 full years of progressively higher level graduate education in Library Science or doctoral degree (Ph.D. or equivalent) related to the position. - OR - Combination of Education and Experience: A combination of education and experience may be used to qualify for this position as long as the computed percentage of the requirements is at least 100%. To compute the percentage of the requirements, divide your total months of experience by 12. Then divide the total number of completed graduate semester hours (or equivalent) beyond the second year (total graduate semester hours minus 36) by 18. Add the two percentages. You will be evaluated on the basis of your level of competency in the following areas: Information Management Interpersonal Skills Program Management Technical Credibility Education FOREIGN EDUCATION: If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university. For further information, visit: https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications/. Additional information Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration. You will be required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship. One year trial/probationary period may be required. Direct Deposit of Pay is required. Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from Department of Defense referral system for displaced employees. If you have retired from federal service and you are interested in employment as a reemployed annuitant, see the information in the Reemployed Annuitant information sheet. This is a(n) Education and Information Sciences Career Field position Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement. Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement. Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs is not authorized, based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government interest. Advanced-in-Hire, Enhanced Leave Accrual, or Recruitment/Relocation incentive MAY be authorized if determined to be in the best interest of the government. Read more Benefits A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new window Learn more about federal benefits. Review our benefits Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.