KEY REQUIREMENTS



• US CITIZENSHIP REQUIRED.
• BACKGROUND SECURITY INVESTIGATION WILL BE REQUIRED FOR ALL NEW HIRES.
• APPOINTMENT MAY BE SUBJECT TO A 1 YR TRIAL/PROBATIONARY PERIOD.
• TRAVEL AND RELOCATION EXPENSES WILL NOT BE PAID.
• APPLICATIONS WILL ONLY BE ACCEPTED ONLINE OR BY FAX.
• A VALID STATE DRIVER'S LICENSE IS REQUIRED.

As a Library Technician, you will:

• Circulate library materials. Serve at the circulation desk registering borrowers; explain circulation policies for various forms of print and non-printed materials and the interlibrary loan service.
• Provide reference and reader services for students, faculty, staff and the general public using the collection, and services or direct/advise them of other sources if not readily available.
• Search and access information and other non professional duties in providing the above direct public service. Provide user training with the computerized catalog, periodical and other databases (online networks and CD ROM).
• Complete processing of materials of various formats for circulation. Receive subscriptions, reports any discrepancies to acquisitions technician, and maintain appropriate files. Prepare automated catalog. Update computerized databases received by CD ROM subscriptions. Perform simple cataloging projects using on-line sources, complete cataloging such as adding duplicate titles using local policies and guidelines. Search in-house databases for an existing record of items to be cataloged, retrieve the record, and modify to conform to local bibliographic practices.
• Assist the Librarian in coordinating the work of student assistants, and train students to shelve materials, assist patrons, operate various library type equipment such as changing toner cartridges and ribbons, refilling paper, etc.
• Serve as backup for preparing Time and Attendance reports for the Academic Program.
• Develop and present public relations activities which includes, but not limited to: preparing posters/displays/bibliographies/book lists/brochures, conduct tours/orientation sessions and other activities at SIPI.

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED: Applicants must meet the qualification requirements contained in the OPM Standards. For this position, they are listed below.

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Experience that equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position, and that is typically in or related to the work of the position to be filled (refer to Statement of Duties). To be creditable, specialized experience must have been at least equivalent to the next lower grade level in the normal line of progression for the occupation in the organization.

For GS-05: 1 year of specialized experience equivalent to at least GS-04 grade level.

Status applicants MUST meet Time-In-Grade requirements and Time after competitive requirements by 11:59 PM EST Wednesday, September 19, 2012.

EDUCATION: Education must have been obtained in an accredited business, secretarial or technical school, junior college, college or university. One year of full-time academic study is defined as 30 semester hours, 45 quarter hours, or the equivalent in a college or university, or at least 20 hours of classroom instruction per week for approximately 36 weeks in a business, secretarial, or technical school.

For GS-05: 4 years of education above high school.

To qualify based on education, submit copy of transcript or list of courses with credit hours, major(s), and grade-point average or class ranking. Application materials will not be returned. Submit proof of your education with a transcript or list of courses with credit hours, major(s), and grade point average or class ranking.

PROFICIENCY REQUIREMENTS: In addition to meeting the experience or education requirements, applicants must show possession of typing skills, and office automation (personal computer keyboard). Failure to provide OA proficiency will result in loss of consideration. Applicants may meet the office automation requirement by passing the appropriate test, presenting a certificate of proficiency from a school or other organization authorized to issue such certificates by the Office of Personnel Management local office or by self-certifying their proficiency.

SUITABILITY & CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS: A background security investigation will be required for all new hires. Appointment will be subject to the applicant's successful completion of a background security investigation and favorable adjudication. Failure to successfully meet these requirements will be grounds for termination.

DRIVING REQUIREMENT: The incumbent is required to drive a motor vehicle to conduct business at field locations. A valid State driver's license is required. All applicants MUST submit a current GSA Form 3607, Motor Vehicle Operator's License and Driving Record in order to receive consideration. Incumbent must possess a valid State Driver's License.

HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED:

BASIS OF RATING: As part of the application process, you are required to respond to a series of questions designed to assess your possession of the following knowledge, skills, and abilities:

• Technical knowledge
• Automation
• Customer Service
• Interpersonal Skills     

A review of your resume and supporting documentation will be made and compared against your responses to the questionnaire. The Occupational Questionnaire should take you approximately 15 minutes to complete. After review, if a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and or experience, your score can and will be adjusted to more accurately reflect your abilities. Please ensure that your resume is detailed to include specific experience that pertains to this position, and dates of past employment.

Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating.

The Federal Government offers a comprehensive benefits package. Explore the major benefits offered to most Federal employees here.

OTHER INFORMATION:

CTAP/ICTAP: Department of the Interior (DOI) Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP) procedures apply in filling this vacancy. 5 CFR 330, Career Transition Assistance for Surplus and Displaced Federal Employees requires the following order of selection for this position:

a) At Bureau option, personnel actions listed in 5 CFR 330.606(b);

b) Any well-qualified SSP candidate who applies within the local commuting area (Surplus and displaced employees will be given equal consideration);

c) At Bureau option, personnel actions not subject to RPL;

d) Qualified RPL candidates in the local commuting area;

e) At Bureau discretion, any other former displaced well-qualified DOI employee, e.g. a well-qualified RPL candidate who applies from outside the local commuting area;

f) Well-qualified ICTAP applicants in the local commuting area;

g) Other outside applicants (other agencies, nonstatus, etc.);

h) To be considered well-qualified, a CTAP/ICTAP applicant must meet the basic qualification requirements with a minimum score of 85 on the Assessment Questionnaire.

If you are a veteran with preference eligibility and you are claiming 5-points veterans' preference, you must submit a copy of your DD-214 or other proof of eligibility. 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.  

Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service.

APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED LATE OR BY E-MAIL, MAIL, OR IN PERSON.

To apply for this position, a complete Application Package must be received by 11:59PM EST, Wednesday, September 19, 2012, and include:

1. Your Résumé - Please ensure EACH work history includes ALL of the following information:

      - Job Title (include series and grade of Federal Job)

      - Duties (be specific in describing your duties)

      - Employer's name and address

      - Supervisor name and phone number

      - Start and end dates including month and year (e.g. mm/yy - mm/yy)

      - Full-time or part-time status (include hours worked per week)

      - Salary

2. A complete Assessment Questionnaire

3. All supporting documents (See Required Documents).

To begin, click "Apply Online" to create or access your USAJOBS account. Follow the prompts to complete the assessment questionnaire. Please ensure you review your answers for accuracy and click "Submit My Answers" at the end of the process. To return to a previously Saved or Incomplete application go to https://applicationmanager.gov/.

To fax Supporting Documents you are unable to upload, you must complete this cover sheet using the following Vacancy ID 745186 and fax your documents to 1-478-757-3144.

If you cannot apply online:

1. Click "View Occupational Questionnaire" to print the assessment,

2. Print form 1203FX to provide your response to the assessment,

3. Fax the completed 1203FX with all supporting documents to 1-478-757-3144. Your 1203FX serves as the cover page for your faxed application when you did not submit the assessment online.  If you submitted your assessment online, please use the coversheet above, not the 1203FX.

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS:

The following documents are required and must be received by 11:59PM EST Wednesday, September 19, 2012.

1.       Your Résumé

2.       A complete Online Questionnaire

3.       Applicant Screening Questionnaire

4.       Authorization for Release of Information

5.       OF 306 – Declaration for Federal Employment

6.         Form GSA 3607 Motor Vehicle Operator’s License and Driving Record. No supervisory signature required.

7.       Other supporting documents:

AGENCY CONTACT INFO:

WHAT TO EXPECT NEXT:

Once the online questionnaire is received you will receive an acknowledgement email that your submission was successful. After a review of your complete application is made you will be notified of your rating and or referral to the hiring official. If further evaluation or interviews are required you will be contacted.