- Position Title
- GAO Student Trainee (Librarian)
- Agency
- Government Accountability Office
- Announcement Number
- ARM-24-DE-12205964 Opens in new window
- Open Period
- Friday, November 24, 2023 to Friday, December 8, 2023
For preview purposes only. To apply, please return to the USAJOBS announcement and click the Apply button.
Eligibilities
1.
Do you claim Veterans’ Preference?
2.
Are you currently a student who has been accepted for enrollment or is enrolled at least half-time in an accredited educational institution pursuing a qualifying degree?
To verify your eligibility, you must provide proof of current student status. If you are a veteran, please submit a copy of your latest Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, DD-214 (copy indicating character of service) or other proof of service that includes character of service.
PLEASE NOTE: you must remain enrolled in the degree or certificate program to be eligible for this Internship.
To verify your eligibility, you must provide proof of current student status. If you are a veteran, please submit a copy of your latest Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, DD-214 (copy indicating character of service) or other proof of service that includes character of service.
PLEASE NOTE: you must remain enrolled in the degree or certificate program to be eligible for this Internship.
Preferences
1.
Select the lowest grade you are willing to accept for this position.
2.
Would you accept a temporary appointment?
Assessment 1
Thank you for your interest in the Student Trainee (Librarian) position with the Government Accountability Office (GAO).
Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s).
1.
All Student Trainees (Librarian) must enrolled in a graduate or equivalent degree seeking program AND meet the Basic Educational Requirement of professional education in library science or possess equivalent experience and/or education as shown below.
You must have completed between 18 to 35 semester hours or 27 to 53 quarter hours of graduate level education in library science in an accredited college or university, in addition to completion of all work required for a bachelor's degree; OR
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; a knowledge of literature resources; and the knowledge and abilities essential for providing effective library and information services.
Do you meet this requirement?
You must have completed between 18 to 35 semester hours or 27 to 53 quarter hours of graduate level education in library science in an accredited college or university, in addition to completion of all work required for a bachelor's degree; OR
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; a knowledge of literature resources; and the knowledge and abilities essential for providing effective library and information services.
Do you meet this requirement?
2.
In addition to the Basic Education Requirement above; To minimally qualify for the GS-09, you must meet must be enrolled in a graduate or equivalent degree seeking program, AND possess equivalent experience and/or directly related education as shown below.
You have 36 or more semester hours or 54 or more quarter hours of graduate level education or master's in library science or equivalent graduate degree, e.g., LL.B. or J.D., related to the position; OR
You have one year (52 weeks) of specialized experience at GS-07 grade level in the federal service or Public sector. Specialized experience is defined as, experience related to Library services which demonstrates all of the following:
participate in a variety of responsibilities related to collection development and resource evaluation and testing,
evaluate current publications and electronic resources and provides recommendations for renewal, and
prepare routine responses based on research gathered to address inquiries.
Do you meet this requirement?
You have 36 or more semester hours or 54 or more quarter hours of graduate level education or master's in library science or equivalent graduate degree, e.g., LL.B. or J.D., related to the position; OR
You have one year (52 weeks) of specialized experience at GS-07 grade level in the federal service or Public sector. Specialized experience is defined as, experience related to Library services which demonstrates all of the following:
participate in a variety of responsibilities related to collection development and resource evaluation and testing,
evaluate current publications and electronic resources and provides recommendations for renewal, and
prepare routine responses based on research gathered to address inquiries.
Do you meet this requirement?
3.
In the space below, enter the full name of the educational institution at which you are currently enrolled.
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4.
In the space below, enter the full name for the type of degree you are pursuing during this internship. (e.g., Associates of Business Administration degree, Bachelor of Science degree, Doctor of Philosophy). Do not use acronyms.
5.
In the space below, enter the topic of study/major/concentration for degree you are pursuing.
6.
In the space below, enter the month and year that you expect to earn the degree you are pursuing during this internship.
7.
Will you be able to complete 400 hours as a GAO intern before you graduate from your program?
For each item below select the one response that most accurately describes your current level of experience and capability. This includes experience you have gained through school, volunteer work, military service, paid employment and professional/community/social organizations. Your answers must be supported by information contained in your resume.
8.
This position requires the evaluation of current library collection, online and in print; the recommendation of relevant materials to purchase, and the maintenance of current collections. Which of the following describes your experience:
9.
This position requires preparing written documents that effectively communicate information, some of which is complex, in a complete, organized, and grammatically correct manner. Which of the following describes your experience:
10.
This position requires the ability to gathers information to conduct research on non-specialized and/or specialized assignments. Which of the following describes your experience:
11.
This position requires the ability to gathers information to assist with the design and management of a variety of systems including all electronic resources throughout their life cycle of access. Which of the following describes your experience:
12.
In the space below, describe the experience you have gained through school, volunteer work, military service, paid employment and professional/community/social organizations that demonstrates Collection Development; Writing; Research and Reference; Library Service as is relates to the work an intern would be performing in ARM Library services as described in the "Major Duties" section of this vacancy announcement.
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Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s).
13.
I understand that if I do not submit all REQUIRED documents by the closing date, it will affect the overall assessment of my application package.
14.
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 its 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.