NONAPPROPRIATED FUNDS (NAF) VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT
(NON CAREER PROGRAM COVERED POSITION)
POSITION TITLE: Supervisory Librarian JOB NUMBER 0030804
PAY PLAN-SERIES-GRADE: NF-1410-IV CATEGORY: Regular - 40 Hours
Per Wk
LOCATION: Library
SALARY: $14.85 - $41.21 (Depends on Experience)
11th Services Division
Bolling AFB, DC 20032
OPENS: 8 March 2004 CLOSES: Open
until filled
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Directs overall library operation
providing mission, education, and quality of life support to base
personnel, their families, and retirees. Responsible for the full scope
of library functions to include library administration, personnel
management, circulation services, reference/research services, technical
services, and technological development and support. Is responsible for
the library facility; i.e., maintenance and improvements, purchase of
furniture and equipment, and allocation of space within the facility for
various library functions. Develops budgets and establishes short- and
long-range library plans. Monitors funding allocations, meets
expenditure targets, and justifies unfunded requirements. Performs as a
liaison with user groups, establishes, partnerships/networks with local,
state, and regional organizations. Responsible for work force
management, recruitment, and staff training. Structures assignments of
employees based on priorities and deadlines, selective consideration of
the difficulty and requirements of assignments, and the capabilities of
employees. Periodically reviews work. Provides proper guidance,
direction, and continuous feedback on strengths and weaknesses; holds
employees responsible for satisfactory completion of work assignments.
Conducts employee performance appraisals and advocates appropriate
recognition and feedback for performance and contributions.
Provides reference and research services using a broad range of current
and retrospective resources, as well as a variety of resource formats;
i.e., print resources, on-line databases, other libraries, or external
subject resources. Devises appropriate search strategies and handles
advanced and complex subject-matter inquiries. Develops collection
management and ensures compliance. Develops a selection plan to match
resource requirements and prioritizes requirements against available
funds. Continuously assesses the collections and properly evaluates
them against authoritative bibliographies, subject handbooks, local
criteria, and usage statistics. Selects all types of print and
non-print media to meet the organizational, educational, and personal
needs of library customers in a wide variety of subjects and reading
levels. Performs selective removal and replacement of obsolete and worn
materials from the collection, while ensuring that collection contain
needed retrospective holdings. Review the acquisition of materials from
central funds for approval/disapproval. Established internal
procurement and quality processes to ensure appropriate accountability
for library acquisitions. Responsible for ensuring the most effective
acquisition method is used to acquire library materials. Works with the
procurement office to develop purchase agreements and statements of work
for various library requirements. Resolves problems with procurement
activity, finance and accounting office, or vendors beyond the expertise
of the technicians. Performs original cataloging, subject analysis, and
classification of a wide variety of specialized information in all
formats using Dewey Decimal Classification and Library of Congress
subject headings. Develops and implements name, series, and subject
authority control records. Evaluates effectiveness of the library's
automated services, determines requirements and conducts studies to
improve systems operation. Serves as coordinator of automation and
systems, including local area network, wide-area
network, and Internet, within the library. Writes policy and procedure
manuals for automated library operations. Manages the library-marketing
program to include outreach programs, publicity, cross marketing, and
special events. Oversees special events, activities, and development of
displays and exhibits, highlighting themes dealing with a wide range of
topics. Tracks marketing program costs and evaluates program
effectiveness. Develops and maintains contact with professional and
service organizations to promote specialized programs and exhibits.
Conducts tours and orientations for VIPs and Commanders, prepares how-to
instructions for library and resource use, plans and conducts subject
specific instruction seminars on library resources and services.
QUALIFICATIONS: A master's degree in library and information studies
from an American Library Association accredited school and 3 years
progressively responsible work experience is required. Professional
knowledge of all aspects of library principles, concepts, methodology,
operations, functions, and management to perform the professional and
administrative duties of the position. Knowledge of the policies,
procedures, systems, and interrelationships of the library, the
library's databases, data sources, and the customers served.
Knowledge of marketing and publicity techniques and of the interests and
needs of customers and organizations served to promote library use.
Knowledge of established procurement rules and regulations and internal
organizational acquisition policies. Familiarity with publishers' and
suppliers' methods of operation. Knowledge of on-line database
searching and research techniques and capabilities of post-processing to
meet user requirements. Experience supervising the work of library
employees. Successful completion of a National Agency Check is
required. Ability to communicate orally and in writing.
OTHER INFORMATION: All NAF employees are required by PL 104-134 to
have salary payments made by electronic funds transfer/direct deposit.
Transportation costs will not be paid.
HOW TO APPLY:
1. Send resume to 11 MSG/SVH, 12 Brookley Ave, STE 108, Bolling
AFB, 20032 or fax to (202) 404-8867
2. Additional forms may be required upon selection
3. Former military members must submit a copy of the DD 214
(Member Copy 4)
4. If currently a federal employee, submit copy of latest SF
50, AF Form 2545 (or equivalent)
5. All other special requirements and provisions of this
position will not be made known to applicants until the selection
process.
Submit completed package to 11 MSG/SVH, 12 Brookley Avenue, Suite 108,
Bolling AFB, DC 20032
FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION CONTACT: 11 MSG/SVH, DSN 297-5206, CMCL:
(202) 767-5206
BOLLING AFB IS AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
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