Librarian (Research)
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Washington, DC - USA
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Job Summary
This position is located in the Applied Research and Methods Center for Library Science (CLS). CLS librarians support GAO research needs by conducting research for audit work including: developing strategies and methodologies for searches developing subject-specific information guides teaching classes on research and the use of information creating guidance on the evaluation and use of information serving the public and curating information and data collections. To learn more visit: ARM
The Center for Library Science (CLS) unit is seeking an experienced professional to serve as a research librarian to perform the following:
- Provides information and reference and research services requiring expertise in one or more key issue areas required by the GAO teams. Performs research on specialized assignments.
- Prepares and develops written guidelines training guides or Web-based resources relating to key information sources and provides consultative services relating to information sources in one or more areas of agency interest including law legislative activity and procedures accounting and finance economics health service national defense and natural resources.
- Provides authoritative responses to a wide range of reference or research questions dealing with one or more areas of specialization. These questions come from mission teams attorneys and sources often outside GAO such as academic institutions.
- Designs and executes searches of advanced complexity using a wide variety of electronic information retrieval systems and other resources.
- Develops search techniques for handling specific types of requests of varying complexity for use by other staff and outside requesters.
- Identifies and evaluates publications and electronic resources dealing with one or more areas of specialization and recommends additions to the library collections.
- Conducts training sessions prepares and revises user manuals or information sheets and distributes information on new system capabilities and search strategies. Is certified to present training as an adjunct faculty member in the Learning Center.
- Exercises a variety of responsibilities related to collection development and resource evaluation and testing website development and information architecture and resource sharing. As required mentors lower banded librarians in the GAO research processes.
You must meet all education and qualification requirements before the announcement closes.
You must have 1 year (52 weeks) of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower band or level equivalent to the GS-11 in the Federal Service or comparable private/public sector experience which has equipped you with the skills and knowledge to successfully perform the duties of the position. Specialized experience for this position is defined as:
- Providing expert research and advisory services in one or more of the following areas: law legislative activity and procedures accounting and finance economics health service national defense or natural resources;
- Independently using a variety of electronic information retrieval systems and requirements to perform complex searches;
- Evaluating reference resources and analyzing research needs of users; and
- Delivering library-related training.
In addition to the specialized experience Applicants must also meet the education and/or experience requirements for the librarian series 1410 as follows:
1. One 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 bachelors degree.
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2. A total of at least 5 years of a combination of college-level education training and experience. To qualify on this basis the applicant must establish conclusively that the education training and experience provided a knowledge and understanding of the theories principles and techniques of professional librarianship; knowledge of literature resources; and the knowledge and abilities essential for providing effective library and information services.
Transcripts to verify your educationshould alsobe submitted with your application in order to be considered.
This is a bargaining unit position.
OPTION FOR ADDITIONAL SELECTIONS: Based on the staffing needs additional selections may be made through this vacancy announcement.
If you have an approved Flexible Work Agreement and are selected for promotion you must complete and submit a new flexible work application for approval. Your new flexible work arrangement will be reviewed and decided based on Agency policy governing these arrangements. You may have a 90-day waiting period to submit a new arrangement.
Travel and relocation expenses will not be paid for by the GAO.
REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION: GAO provides reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. To request accommodation please email .
The U.S. Government Accountability Offices policy is to provide equal employment opportunity for all regardless of race religion color sex (including pregnancy) national origin age disability genetic information sexual orientation or gender identity.
Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government passionate about the ideals of our American republic and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.
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 windowLearn more about federal 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.
