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USAJOBS is Hiring a Technical Information Specialist Near Washington, DC
DutiesMaintains liaison with individuals inside and outside the Library of Congress to ensure the proper application of established processes and methods.
Communicates by email or telephone with libraries, various governmental agencies, and private institutions to verify references through their holdings. When items appear to be unavailable in the Library of Congress, checks the National Union Catalog, Cyrillic Union Catalog, FirstSearch, WorldCat and other on line databases to provide the customer with an alternate source of the material required.
Obtains, analyzes, and organizes information using standard reference tools and established techniques and practices. Participates in formulating plans for changes and improvements in approaches to the work. Prepares reports and other documents related to information and research efforts.
The incumbent conducts independent bibliographic searches, preparing statements of verification and compliance with Copyright laws and referring questionable items to the supervisor. Personally procures material that is distinct and is responsible for its prompt return to the curatorial division.
Determines suitable type of reproduction: for example, digital images, microfilm, photographic prints, etc., and provides cost estimates by using established price lists. Determines type of reproduction suitable based upon knowledge of capabilities and limitations of each type reproduction and laboratory equipment as balanced against the need of the customer.
Resolves the most difficult special search requests that require an expert knowledge in several areas including bibliographic procedures, knowledge of several languages, and a specialized expertise in a field. Serves as an expert in the intricacies of the Library's many catalogs and retrieval tools. Locates and expedites the retrieval of elusive and difficult to locate materials.
Receives requests with difficult bibliographic problems, or that may involve highly specialized and scholarly research demands. Determines the extent of a search.
Establishes liaisons in various areas of processing in order to assist in successful resolution of collections related problems. Works closely with staff to improve the search and retrieval processes.
Provides reference services where needs are relatively easy to determine from client interviews in person or over the telephone, or from written requests, and the bibliographic source materials are of limited technical complexity and are readily-accessible, i.e., found within the library's collection or can be located within a database by use of standard search procedures. Responds orally or in writing to inquiries related to assigned field of responsibility.
Relocation expenses will not be authorized for the person(s) selected under this vacancy announcement.
RequirementsConditions of EmploymentConditions of EmploymentLibrary of Congress employees are prohibited from using illegal drugs, including marijuana. The Library is part of the Federal Government and abides by federal law, so regardless of individual state or District of Columbia laws, marijuana use is illegal, considered criminal activity, and can affect your employment at the Library. In addition, past or current drug use and activities (e.g., selling or distributing) may deem you ineligible for employment.
QualificationsApplicants must have had progressively responsible experience and training sufficient in scope and quality to furnish them with an acceptable level of the following knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the duties of the position without more than normal supervision.
Ability to use an integrated library system and equipment.** Ability to interact collaboratively with others exercising judgment and discretion in order to provide reference and liaison services.** Ability to provide reference and research services.**Ability to plan, organize, and execute work.**Ability to communicate in writing. Ability to interpret and apply a variety of guidelines and/or regulations.Ability To Communicate Effectively Other Than In Writing.Education Education (for GS-5 positions): A full 4-year course of study that meets all the requirements for a bachelor's degree with major study in the subject-matter field of the position to be filled.
or Experience (for GS-5 positions): Four years of experience that provided a knowledge of the basic principles, theories, practices, techniques, and terminology of a discipline or subject-matter field; an understanding of the standard methods, procedures, and techniques of research and analysis in the subject-matter field; and where appropriate, ability to read and comprehend nontechnical material in one or more foreign languages. Such experience must have been equivalent to that which would have been gained through a 4-year college curriculum.
or Education A combination of education and experience as described above. Additional Requirements for Positions at GS-09 : In addition to meeting the basic requirements, applicants for positions at grades GS-9 and above must have the amounts of education and/or experience required for the grade level as shown in the following table.
GS-09 - 2 full years of progressively higher-level graduate education or master's or equivalent graduate degree, e.g., LL.B. or J.D., related to the position and or 1 year equivalent to at least GS-7.
You MUST submit a legible copy of your college/university transcripts to your online application. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable at the time of application. Official transcripts will be required if selected.
Failure to submit the required legible documentation at the time of application will result in disqualification of your application.Foreign Education - Education completed outside the U.S. must be deemed equivalent to conventional/accredited U.S. education programs to be acceptable for Federal employment.
If your college/university is outside the U.S., your transcripts must be accompanied by a report from a credential evaluation service that is a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or the Association of International Credentials Evaluators (AICE) .
Failure to submit a foreign education evaluation report will result in disqualification of your application.Additional InformationAlthough it is the Library's policy to afford the maximum pay benefit to employees when setting rates of pay, a new appointee who has had no previous Federal service will generally be paid at step one of the grade.
The Library of Congress is an equal opportunity employer. Women, minorities, and persons with disabilities who meet eligibility requirements are strongly encouraged to apply.
Applicants must submit a complete application package that is received by the closing date of this announcement.
Appointment/retention is subject to a favorable evaluation of an appropriate personnel security/suitability investigation. For more information, please see: Vetting Process
This agency provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please email ADA@loc.gov. The decision on granting reasonable accommodation will be determined on a case-by-case basis.
Applicants with disabilities may be considered under special hiring procedures and must submit an appropriate certificate of eligibility when applying for this position. The proof or disability/certification may be issued by the State Vocational Rehabilitation Office, Disability Services or Career Services office of the applicant's college or university, or the Department of Veterans Affairs. The letter must verify that the applicant has a severe disability and must be dated within three years of the date of the application. Certification from health care providers are not accepted. For more information contact the Library's Office of EEO/Diversity Programs at 202-707-6024 or email spp@loc.gov. FAILURE TO SUBMIT YOUR CERTIFICATION WILL CAUSE YOUR APPLICATION TO NOT BE CONSIDERED UNDER THE SELECTIVE PLACEMENT PROGRAM.
The Library of Congress is the national library of the United States and is part of the Legislative Branch of the Federal government. As such, all positions are in the excepted service.
The Library reserves the right to fill a lesser or greater number of vacancies indicated during the life of this vacancy announcement.
Initial permanent appointments to the Library of Congress require completion of a one-year probationary period. Probationary periods served at other Federal agencies do not count toward this requirement.
The Library of Congress may offer repayment for all or part of federally insured student loans. However, not all service units within the Library of Congress participates in the repayment of federally insured student loans. Therefore, determination to repay a federally insured student loan is subject to approval by the appropriate service unit.
A "Not to Exceed" (NTE) status is used to identify an appointment with a specific ending date. However, the Library has the right to separate a NTE employee at any time due to either performance issues or budget constraints.
Are you a veteran? Please indicate the type of veterans' preference you are claiming in your application materials and/or applicant profile and provide the appropriate supporting documentation to validate your claim. Those applying for 5-point preference must submit Member Copy 4 of your DD 214. Those applying for 10-point preference must fill out an SF-15 (click here for the form) and provide the required documentation listed on the back of the form. If required supporting documentation is not attached, Veterans' Preference will not be considered in the application process.
Communicates by email or telephone with libraries, various governmental agencies, and private institutions to verify references through their holdings. When items appear to be unavailable in the Library of Congress, checks the National Union Catalog, Cyrillic Union Catalog, FirstSearch, WorldCat and other on line databases to provide the customer with an alternate source of the material required.
Obtains, analyzes, and organizes information using standard reference tools and established techniques and practices. Participates in formulating plans for changes and improvements in approaches to the work. Prepares reports and other documents related to information and research efforts.
The incumbent conducts independent bibliographic searches, preparing statements of verification and compliance with Copyright laws and referring questionable items to the supervisor. Personally procures material that is distinct and is responsible for its prompt return to the curatorial division.
Determines suitable type of reproduction: for example, digital images, microfilm, photographic prints, etc., and provides cost estimates by using established price lists. Determines type of reproduction suitable based upon knowledge of capabilities and limitations of each type reproduction and laboratory equipment as balanced against the need of the customer.
Resolves the most difficult special search requests that require an expert knowledge in several areas including bibliographic procedures, knowledge of several languages, and a specialized expertise in a field. Serves as an expert in the intricacies of the Library's many catalogs and retrieval tools. Locates and expedites the retrieval of elusive and difficult to locate materials.
Receives requests with difficult bibliographic problems, or that may involve highly specialized and scholarly research demands. Determines the extent of a search.
Establishes liaisons in various areas of processing in order to assist in successful resolution of collections related problems. Works closely with staff to improve the search and retrieval processes.
Provides reference services where needs are relatively easy to determine from client interviews in person or over the telephone, or from written requests, and the bibliographic source materials are of limited technical complexity and are readily-accessible, i.e., found within the library's collection or can be located within a database by use of standard search procedures. Responds orally or in writing to inquiries related to assigned field of responsibility.
Relocation expenses will not be authorized for the person(s) selected under this vacancy announcement.
RequirementsConditions of EmploymentConditions of EmploymentLibrary of Congress employees are prohibited from using illegal drugs, including marijuana. The Library is part of the Federal Government and abides by federal law, so regardless of individual state or District of Columbia laws, marijuana use is illegal, considered criminal activity, and can affect your employment at the Library. In addition, past or current drug use and activities (e.g., selling or distributing) may deem you ineligible for employment.
QualificationsApplicants must have had progressively responsible experience and training sufficient in scope and quality to furnish them with an acceptable level of the following knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the duties of the position without more than normal supervision.
Ability to use an integrated library system and equipment.** Ability to interact collaboratively with others exercising judgment and discretion in order to provide reference and liaison services.** Ability to provide reference and research services.**Ability to plan, organize, and execute work.**Ability to communicate in writing. Ability to interpret and apply a variety of guidelines and/or regulations.Ability To Communicate Effectively Other Than In Writing.Education Education (for GS-5 positions): A full 4-year course of study that meets all the requirements for a bachelor's degree with major study in the subject-matter field of the position to be filled.
or Experience (for GS-5 positions): Four years of experience that provided a knowledge of the basic principles, theories, practices, techniques, and terminology of a discipline or subject-matter field; an understanding of the standard methods, procedures, and techniques of research and analysis in the subject-matter field; and where appropriate, ability to read and comprehend nontechnical material in one or more foreign languages. Such experience must have been equivalent to that which would have been gained through a 4-year college curriculum.
or Education A combination of education and experience as described above. Additional Requirements for Positions at GS-09 : In addition to meeting the basic requirements, applicants for positions at grades GS-9 and above must have the amounts of education and/or experience required for the grade level as shown in the following table.
GS-09 - 2 full years of progressively higher-level graduate education or master's or equivalent graduate degree, e.g., LL.B. or J.D., related to the position and or 1 year equivalent to at least GS-7.
You MUST submit a legible copy of your college/university transcripts to your online application. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable at the time of application. Official transcripts will be required if selected.
Failure to submit the required legible documentation at the time of application will result in disqualification of your application.Foreign Education - Education completed outside the U.S. must be deemed equivalent to conventional/accredited U.S. education programs to be acceptable for Federal employment.
If your college/university is outside the U.S., your transcripts must be accompanied by a report from a credential evaluation service that is a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or the Association of International Credentials Evaluators (AICE) .
Failure to submit a foreign education evaluation report will result in disqualification of your application.Additional InformationAlthough it is the Library's policy to afford the maximum pay benefit to employees when setting rates of pay, a new appointee who has had no previous Federal service will generally be paid at step one of the grade.
The Library of Congress is an equal opportunity employer. Women, minorities, and persons with disabilities who meet eligibility requirements are strongly encouraged to apply.
Applicants must submit a complete application package that is received by the closing date of this announcement.
Appointment/retention is subject to a favorable evaluation of an appropriate personnel security/suitability investigation. For more information, please see: Vetting Process
This agency provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please email ADA@loc.gov. The decision on granting reasonable accommodation will be determined on a case-by-case basis.
Applicants with disabilities may be considered under special hiring procedures and must submit an appropriate certificate of eligibility when applying for this position. The proof or disability/certification may be issued by the State Vocational Rehabilitation Office, Disability Services or Career Services office of the applicant's college or university, or the Department of Veterans Affairs. The letter must verify that the applicant has a severe disability and must be dated within three years of the date of the application. Certification from health care providers are not accepted. For more information contact the Library's Office of EEO/Diversity Programs at 202-707-6024 or email spp@loc.gov. FAILURE TO SUBMIT YOUR CERTIFICATION WILL CAUSE YOUR APPLICATION TO NOT BE CONSIDERED UNDER THE SELECTIVE PLACEMENT PROGRAM.
The Library of Congress is the national library of the United States and is part of the Legislative Branch of the Federal government. As such, all positions are in the excepted service.
The Library reserves the right to fill a lesser or greater number of vacancies indicated during the life of this vacancy announcement.
Initial permanent appointments to the Library of Congress require completion of a one-year probationary period. Probationary periods served at other Federal agencies do not count toward this requirement.
The Library of Congress may offer repayment for all or part of federally insured student loans. However, not all service units within the Library of Congress participates in the repayment of federally insured student loans. Therefore, determination to repay a federally insured student loan is subject to approval by the appropriate service unit.
A "Not to Exceed" (NTE) status is used to identify an appointment with a specific ending date. However, the Library has the right to separate a NTE employee at any time due to either performance issues or budget constraints.
Are you a veteran? Please indicate the type of veterans' preference you are claiming in your application materials and/or applicant profile and provide the appropriate supporting documentation to validate your claim. Those applying for 5-point preference must submit Member Copy 4 of your DD 214. Those applying for 10-point preference must fill out an SF-15 (click here for the form) and provide the required documentation listed on the back of the form. If required supporting documentation is not attached, Veterans' Preference will not be considered in the application process.
Job Summary
JOB TYPE
Full Time
SALARY
$64k-83k (estimate)
POST DATE
06/06/2024
EXPIRATION DATE
07/04/2024
WEBSITE
usajobs.gov
HEADQUARTERS
Washington, TX
SIZE
50 - 100
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