----------------------------Original message---------------------------- This message is being cross-posted to Law-lib, Maps-L, and Govdoc-L. THE MESSAGE BELOW IS FROM ADMINISTRATIVE NOTES, VOL. 15, #9 (JULY 15, 1994). U.S. GOVERNMENT PRINTING OFFICE Merit Promotion Vacancy Announcement Announcement No.: 94-162 Position: Librarian (Depository Library Inspector) Issue Date: Closing Date: 06/27/94 08/15/94 Series/Grade: Salary: PG-1410-12 $41,600 - $54,084 pa Number of Vacancies Two (2) Promotion Potential: None Geographic Location: Washington, D.C. Tour of Duty 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Duration of Appointment Permanent Organization: Library Programs Service, Library Division, Depository Services Staff Civil Service Status Required No (See Note) Area of consideration: All Non-Status, Status and VRA Eligibles OPM Notice of Results Required: No (See Note) SUMMARY OF DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES: Incumbent serves as a professional librarian using extensive knowledge of acceptable library practices, plans and conducts full scope library inspections. Analyzes Government information needs of the congressional district population and compares these needs to the public service strategy of the depository. Identifies certain depository practices where significant cost savings to the Government can be realized. Analyzes evidence to discover inconsistencies and patterns, and to isolate illegal or wasteful practices. Identifies violations of Title 44, United States Code and the Instructions to Depository Libraries. Conducts evaluative ratings dealing with the full scope of depository practices. Argues and defends, both orally and in writing, complex legal and professional standards for depository libraries. Prepares comprehensive reports which accurately reflect current conditions in the depository operation. Prepares arguments for placing delinquent depositories on probationary status, or for removing them from status, or for removing them from the program. Occasionally speaks before Documents librarians. Represents the Superintendent of Documents and acts as a liaison between GPO and Federal depository libraries. QUALIFICATIONS: Applicants must possess A or B as follows: (A) Completion of all requirements for a master's degree or 2 full academic years of graduate study in Library Science; or (B) Possession of professional or advanced experience or graduate study with one year of experience in librarianship or experience related to this position. In addition to A or B above, applicants must possess one additional year of experience; or, have completed all requirements for a doctoral degree or possess 3 full years of graduate education in library science. Additionally, applicants must possess one year of professional experience equivalent to the GS-11 level in the Federal service. Note: All non-status candidates who meet the minimum requirements will be referred to the Office of Personnel Management for certification. Candidates eligible for VRA appointments and status candidates who also wish to compete through OPM must state so and provide an additional application. SPECIAL NOTE: This position requires 40% travel. Selectees must be licensed to operate an automobile in that some libraries are not located near public transportation. The GPO will not pay relocation costs. RANKING FACTORS: Applicants who meet the above qualification requirements will be rated on the basis of relevant experience, education, training, supervisory appraisal, job-related awards, and the factors listed below. Applicants should be specific in documenting these areas in their application materials. Applicants must meet time-in-grade and qualification requirements by the closing date of the announcement. 1. Knowledge of theories, principles and techniques of librarianship. 2. Knowledge of United States Code, Title 44, Section 1900-1915 and the Instructions to Depository Libraries. 3. Knowledge of library administration. 4. Ability to argue and defend legal and professional standards for depository libraries. 5. Ability to accurately analyze and report on complex depository procedures. 6. Knowledge of current depository library practices. 7. Knowledge of public documents and related tools and indexes. 8. Knowledge of automated library applications and systems. TO APPLY: Each applicant must submit: Copy of your latest annual performance rating. Standard Form 171, "Application for Federal Employment" NOTE: Submit GPO Form 2566 "Report of Merit Promotion Action: if you want a report on the status of your application. Please describe duties and responsibilities in your own words; do not submit copies of position descriptions. APPLICATIONS AND REQUIRED FORMS MUST BE RECEIVED NO LATER THAN THE CLOSING DATE OF THIS ANNOUNCEMENT. Non-GPO applicants who are selected for appointment must successfully pass a drug test. SUBMIT APPLICATION TO: LAVERNE BLACKWELL U.S. Government Printing Office Employment Branch, Rm. C106, Stop PSE North Capitol and H Streets NW Washington, DC 20401 For additional information, call: (202) 512-1118 Valerie Tripp (202) 512-1519 TDD THE GOVERNMENT PRINTING OFFICE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Sheila McGarr, Library Programs Service (SLLD), U.S. Government Printing Office, Washington, DC 20401. 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