Summary This position is located in NAS Meridian, MS, Fleet and Family Readiness Program. The purpose of this position is to shelf books, magazines, and other library materials according to various systems used in the libraries and ensures all materials are reshelved in correct order.

Assist in maintaining and updating library statistics and filing. Responsibilities Shelves books, magazines, and other library materials according to the various systems used in libraries and ensures all materials are reshelved in correct order.

As assigned, reviews library's collection to ensure library materials are maintained in correct order in their assigned areas.

Checks condition of books in designated areas, removes obsolete / damaged materials for review by a librarian, and performs minor mending.

Processes new, rebound, and reconditioned library materials for circulation and reference according to established procedures.

Assists with annual inventory of collection. Assists with automated and manual circulation duties, registering and deleting users, charging and discharging library materials, taking requests for reserves and interlibrary loans, and checking to ensure those requests are filled.

Assists with processing overdues. Following established procedures, assists with the library procurement / acquisition process.

Explains library rules to users and ensures that users observe library rules. Assists users in locating books and information in card catalogs, databases, and on the shelves, referring difficult questions to higher staff members.

Performs routine clerical tasks such as answering the telephone, taking messages, and referring callers or visitors to the appropriate staff member.

Assists in maintaining and updating library statistics and filing. Uses a variety of word processing software to prepare and print a variety of letters, reports, memos, and other text documents.

Assists in implementing programs, publicity, and the marketing of library services. Accurately shelves a variety of library materials and maintains materials in proper order.

Accurately processes library materials in accordance with established procedures. Accurately performs circulation duties.

Accurately performs record maintenance and overdue processing. Courteously receives and greets visitors and answers their questions.

Courteously assists users by answering questions regarding library services and rules. Promptly, efficiently, and politely provides circulation assistance to users.

Courteously assists users in finding materials and information, referring difficult questions to the lead technician and / or Supervisory Librarian.

Accurately queries databases for requested information. Properly and promptly performs routine clerical tasks in accordance with established procedures.

Promptly and courteously answers telephone calls. Notifies appropriate staff member of problems in a timely manner. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications In order to qualify for this position, your resume must provide sufficient experience and / or education, knowledge, skills, and abilities, to perform the duties of the specific position for which you are being considered.

Your resume is the key means we have for evaluating your skills, knowledge, and abilities, as they relate to this position.

Therefore, we encourage you to be clear and specific when describing your experience. All non-government positions identified on your resume must include complete address and to and from dates.

Government positions must include pay plan, series, grade, to and from dates and address of the agency / organization. Specialized experience directly related to the duties described above.

Qualifying experience must have been equivalent to the next lower level in the normal line of progression. Specialized experience must demonstrate the following : Must have experience in responsible clerical or office work of any kind that demonstrates the ability to perform satisfactorily at the grade level of the position.

Must be able to read, write, and speak English. Must have experience or training that demonstrates the ability to perform simple computer data processing.

Typing skills are desirable. Work requires some physical exertion such as long periods of standing; recurring activities such as bending, crouching, stooping, stretching, and reaching;

pushing loaded book trucks; and recurring lifting of moderately heavy items. Must be physically able to frequently lift boxes of up to 40 pounds.

Must be able to reach up to 72 inches with or without the assistance of a step stool. Must possess skill in dealing with the public.

You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer and part time experience. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week.

Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social).

Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment.

As part of the application process, you must complete and submit an occupational questionnaire and your RESUME MUST SUPPORT AND VALIDATE YOUR ANSWERS or you may be removed from consideration.

ONLY THE MOST HIGHLY QUALIFIED CANDIDATES WILL BE REFERRED. IF MANAGEMENT DOES NOT WISH TO SELECT A HIGHLY QUALIFIED CANDIDATE, THEY MAY REQUEST A REFERRAL LIST INCLUDING WELL OR QUALIFIED APPLICANTS.

Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating and / or appointment eligibility. PLEASE READ THIS VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT IN ITS ENTIRETY TO ENSURE ALL REQUIREMENTS ARE ADDRESSED IN YOUR APPLICATION PACKAGE.

RELOCATION AUTHORIZED NO Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) is authorized, based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government interest KEY REQUIREMENTS / CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT Males must be registered or exempt from Selective Service.

https : / / www.sss.gov / register / Selectee must be determined suitable for federal employment. Selectee may be required to successfully complete a probationary period.

Selectee is required to participate in the direct deposit pay program. Social Security Card is required. Satisfactorily complete an employment verification (E-VERIFY) check.

NOTE : Applicants have the ability to perform an E-Verify Self Check to confirm employment eligibility at http : / / www.

uscis.gov / mye-verify / self-check. Although a Self-Check is not mandatory, it can be a useful tool for applicants to find out if there is a problem with their employment eligibility records and resolve any issues before taking a job.

Education This position does not have a positive education requirement. Additional Information The Federal government offers a number of exceptional benefits to its employees.

Benefits you get to enjoy while working for our TEAM include but are not limited to : Comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, life insurance, spouse & dependent life insurance, long-term disability, retirement, and 401(k) savings plan, annual and sick leave, tuition reimbursement, etc.

Stability of Federal Civilian Service People with passion for doing work that matters Quality of Work Life Balance Some positions have special requirements- Position is a non-critical, sensitive, position requiring access to IT II system and / or access to PII.

An access National Agency Check investigation (ANACI) is required via the SF 86 security form.- Required to submit a Financial Disclosure Statement, OGE-450.

Executive Branch Personnel Confidential Financial Disclosure Report upon entering the position and annually, in accordance with DoD Directive 5500-7R, Joint Ethics Regulation, dated 23 March 2006.

Salary is dependent on experience and / or education.- For positions requiring travel more than twice per year, selectee may be required to obtain and maintain in good standing a Government-issued Travel Card for official government travel purposes.

This announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies within 90 days of closing date. The Department of the Navy (DON) is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

Applicants are assured of equal consideration regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information, reprisal, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, or any other non-merit factor.

This agency provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. Applicants with disabilities who believe they may require reasonable accommodations should email their request to MILL CNIC NAF EEO@navy.

mil to ensure proper consideration is given. The decision on granting reasonable accommodation will be on a case-by-case basis.

This activity is a Drug-Free workplace. The use of illegal drugs by NAF employees, whether on or off duty, cannot and will not be tolerated.

Federal employees have a right to a safe and secure workplace, and Sailors, their family members, and all other customers have a right to a reliable and productive Federal workforce.

Last updated : 2024-05-10