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Commander, Navy Installations Library Assistant in Everett, Washington
Summary This position is assigned to the Non-Appropriated Fund (NAF) Community Programs (N922) Branch; Morale, Welfare, and Recreation (MWR) Recreational Fleet and Family Readiness Support Services (N91); Commander, Navy Region Northwest, at Naval Base Everett, Everett, WA. The purpose of this position is to provide customer service to patrons as well as to assist the supervisory librarian to perform a variety of duties in support of the MWR - Library Resource Center/Liberty Center. Responsibilities Bi-weekly review of applicants beginning January 13, 2024 Library Front Desk / Customer Service Support (75%) Welcomes patrons into the program area/library and ensures that patrons are authorized to use library equipment and facilities. Promotes customer service awareness and demonstrates excellent customer service to all professional and patron contacts. Registers library users so that these patrons may borrow library materials. Circulates library materials to patrons (checking library materials in and out) by using HQ approved Integrated Library Systems (ILS) software. Removes items from the book drop daily and clears these items from patron accounts. Compiles weekly overdue reports and calls patrons regarding overdue items from report findings to request that materials be returned. Reports overdue materials issues to supervisor for resolution. Completes weekly, monthly and quarterly program and collection usage reports. Assists with processing interlibrary loan requests. Re-shelves new and returned library materials. Responds to routine and non-technical requests for information and questions to access, identify and/or locate virtual and physical library materials. Assists with patron computer usage and troubleshoots minor hardware and software issues Assists patrons with library equipment such as printers, copiers, computers, projectors, makerspace and gaming devices. Maintains a knowledge of current and upcoming library programs so that the incumbent may recommend these programs to patrons. Maintains a knowledge of other MWR programs so that the incumbent may recommend these programs to library patrons Ensures that library print marketing materials are current and well-stocked in targeted areas on base (fitness, galleys, medical support offices, and NEX) Sorts mail and checks magazines and newspapers as necessary Ensures cleanliness of the library building or designated space through general housekeeping such as dusting and vacuuming Other duties as assigned Library Program Support (25%) Assists library programmers with program preparations to include craft and decoration preparations. Assists library programmers with program execution to include set-up, tear-down, and presentation support. Assists program marketing by participating in library outreach activities. This may include taking the lead in presenting library program information to different commands and at installation community functions. Researches current library program trends and recommends popular library programs to library leadership. Other duties as assigned Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications Knowledge of basic service operations for libraries. Knowledge of Navy MWR Library's mission. Knowledge of other MWR programs and their purpose. Knowledge of front desk library operations that include library circulations. Knowledge of technology devices and software applications. Skill in providing excellent customer service. Skill in the use of technology devices and software applications to include Microsoft Office applications. Skill in typing. Skill in reading comprehension and basic math. Skill in public speaking. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Ability to communicate both orally and in writing. Education Additional Information Bi-weekly review of applicants beginning January 13, 2024 Participation in Direct Deposit/Electronic Fund Transfer within the first 30 days of employment is required. We utilize E-Verify to confirm selectee's eligibility to work in the United States. This announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies within 60 days of issuance of selection certificate. 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. Executive Order 12564 requires a Federal workplace free of illegal drugs. According to the Executive Order, all Federal employees are required to remain drug free throughout their employment. Commander, Navy Region Mid-Atlantic Command is a Drug-Free Federal Workplace. The use of illegal drugs will not be tolerated, and use of or intoxication by illegal drugs will result in penalties up to and including removal from Federal Service.