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Position Title
Supervisory Librarian
Agency
Office of Administration
Announcement Number
OA-19-116-KMW-DE Opens in new window
Open Period
Monday, September 16, 2019 to Friday, September 20, 2019
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Eligibilities
1. Do you claim Veterans’ Preference? (limit characters)
Assessment 1
Basic Requirements: This section includes the basic requirements for the Librarian Series, 1410.  In order to qualify for the GS-15, Supervisory Librarian, you must meet the basic requirements and the minimum qualification requirements. (limit characters)
1. Please select one response that best describes how you meet the basic requirement for the Librarian Series, 1410. (limit characters)
Minimum Qualification Requirements: This section includes the minimum qualifications for the GS-15, Supervisory Librarian.  In order to qualify for the GS-15, Supervisory Librarian, you must meet the basic requirements and the minimum qualification requirements. (limit characters)
2. Please select one response that best describes how you meet the minimum qualification requirements for the GS-15, Supervisory Librarian. (limit characters)
For each item, select the one response that most accurately describes your current level of experience and capability using the scale below. (limit characters)
3. Advises senior management officials and political appointees on methods to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of library and research services to support the agency's requirements. (limit characters)
4. Promotes professional development and excellence in subordinates by leading, guiding, coaching, mentoring, counseling, and disciplining as required. (limit characters)
5. Develops and/or participates in the development of performance standards, observes employees performance, evaluates performance and reviews evaluations made by subordinate supervisors. (limit characters)
6. Directs the administration and management of all policy, standards development, and operation for the management of information and research resources and services in support of the agency's requirements. (limit characters)
7. Develops comprehensive plans regarding information and research resources and library initiatives that are innovative, efficient and economical, and are essential to the accomplishment of the mission and function of the agency. (limit characters)
8. Oversees the selection of information resources in the subject areas related to economics, political science, U.S. government, law, public administration, international relations, business administration, and management. (limit characters)
9. Determines the nature and scope of programs and services within the Library and Research Services Division and evaluates the adequacy and effectiveness of the resources and programs rendered. (limit characters)
10. Prepares budget estimates, adheres to the Federal budget processes and acquisition policies, and the deployment of resources necessary to accomplish program objectives. (limit characters)
11. Manages and directs all aspects of the Library and Research Services Division acquisition operations, including procurement oversight, budget management, and review of contracts and subscription agreements. (limit characters)
12. Represents the agency in a wide variety of meetings, conferences, inter-agency group meetings, and ad-hoc work groups presenting ideas, conclusions, and recommendations in an effective manner. (limit characters)
13. Develops and fosters relationships with other libraries to exchange ideas, coordinate inter-agency or inter-library efforts, and to exchange information about new techniques and technological developments. (limit characters)
14. Establishes interactive relationships with other Directors and maintains contact with professional organizations for the purpose of gathering information and to maintain currency in the library profession. (limit characters)
15. ACKNOWLEDGEMENT: I certify that, to the best of my knowledge and belief, all of the information included in this questionnaire is true, correct, and provided in good faith. I understand that if I make an intentional false statement, or commit deception or fraud in this application and is supporting materials, or in any document or interview associated with the examination process, I may be fined or imprisoned (18 U.S.C. 1001); my eligibilities may be cancelled, I may be denied an appointment, or I may be removed and debarred from Federal service (5 C.F.R. part 731). I understand that any information I give may be investigated. I understand that responding "No" to this item will result in my not being considered for this position. (limit characters)