Summary

The Office of Library Services (OLS) provides grants to enhance the quality of library services in all types of libraries, and grants to support education and training in library, archival and information science. Some of the grant programs include the National Leadership Grant, the Laura Bush 21st Century Librarian Program, Grants to States, and the Native American and Native Hawaiian Library Service programs, etc.

Duties

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If selected for the Grants Management Specialist position, the incumbent will serve as Senior Program Officer with primary responsibility for managing a variety of assigned grant programs (e.g., National Leadership Grants, Laura Bush 21st Century Librarian Program, Grants to States, Native American and Native Hawaiian Library Services Programs, etc.) within the Office of Library Services (OLS). Typical assignments will include but are not limited to:

• Serves the library community as an expert and source of information and knowledge about the grant programs of the agency.
• Administers and/or awards grants, technical training and oversight for internal and external stakeholders, grantee compliance oversight, and post-award assessments.
• Maintains relationships with library staffs to acquaint them with the grant program and recruit them as possible reviewers and uses every opportunity to spread the word about the grant programs.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

• Must be a U.S. Citizen or National.
• Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service.
• May be required to successfully complete a probationary period.
• If not previously completed, a background security investigation will be required for all appointees. Appointment will be subject to the applicant's successful completion of a background security investigation and favorable adjudication.
• Documentation that you present for purposes of completing the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Form I-9 will be verified through the DHS "E-Verify" System
• Relocation expenses will not be authorized.
• Resume and supporting documents (see Required Documents).
• You must meet all qualification requirements upon the closing date of this announcement.

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Your resume must include detailed information as it relates to the responsibilities and specialized experience for this position. Evidence of copying and pasting directly from the vacancy announcement without clearly documenting supplemental information to describe your experience will result in an ineligible rating. This will prevent you from receiving further consideration.

In order to minimally qualify at the GS-13 grade level, applicants must meet the below specialized experience requirements:

GS-13: To be eligible at the GS-13 grade level, you must have at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 grade level. Specialized experience is defined as: (1) knowledge of the principles and practices of library operations and services to analyze issues, trends, and opportunities related to funding opportunities (e.g., the library field and other educational institutions); (2) knowledge and/or experience with the various laws, regulations, statutes, policies, and operational and administrative procedures of grantmaking in federal, state, or local government(s) or non-government organizations; (3) knowledge and/or experience with operational processes and procedures for awarding and administering awards for grants or cooperative agreements; (4) skill in leveraging the expertise of and building cooperative relationships with external stakeholders in the communities served.

NOTE:

1. Specialized experience is experience that has equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position, and that is typically in or related to the work of the position to be filled.

2. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

3. Your resume and application materials should demonstrate that you possess the following knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAs). Do not provide a separate narrative written statement. Rather, you must describe in your application or resume how your past work experience demonstrates that you possess the KSAs identified in the specialized experience definition. Cite specific examples of experience contained in your resume and describe how this experience has prepared you to successfully perform the duties of this position. DO NOT write, "See resume" in your application. Limit your resume to two pages.

4. Your resume must include detailed information as it relates to the responsibilities and specialized experience for this position. Evidence of copying and pasting directly from the vacancy announcement without clearly documenting supplemental information to describe your experience will result in an ineligible rating. This will prevent you from receiving further consideration.

Education

Education is not a substitute for specialized experience at this grade level.

Additional information

Career Transition Assistance Programs:

These programs apply to employees who have been involuntarily separated from a Federal service position within the competitive service or Federal service employees whose positions have been deemed surplus or no longer needed. To receive selection priority for this position, you must: (1) meet CTAP or ICTAP eligibility criteria; (2) be rated well-qualified for the position with a score of 85 or above; and, (3) submit the appropriate documentation to support your CTAP or ICTAP eligibility. For more information visit: http://www.opm.gov/rif/employee_guides/career_transition.asp .

Selective Service Registration:

Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service (see https://www.sss.gov/RegVer/wfRegistration.aspx).

Veterans Preference:

If you are a veteran with preference eligibility and are claiming 5-points veterans' preference, you must submit a copy of your DD-214 or other proof of eligibility. If you are claiming 10-point veterans' preference, you must also submit an SF-15, "Application for 10-Point Veterans' Preference" plus the proof required by that form. For more information on veterans' preference visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/Veterans.

Noncompetitive Appointment Authorities: For more information on noncompetitive appointment authority eligibility requirements:

• Persons with Disabilities-Schedule A
• Special Hiring Authorities for Veterans
• Special Hiring Authority for Certain Military Spouses
• Other Special Appointment Authorities

HIRING INCENTIVES:

• Eligible for Student Loan Repayment Program
• Eligible for Tuition Assistance Program
• This position is telework eligible

Bargaining Unit Covered Position:

This position is in the bargaining unit represented by AFGE Local 3403.

Positions Filled Statement:

The Institute of Museum and Library Services has the flexibility to hire additional people beyond the number of vacancies listed in the "Locations" section from the pool of applicants to this announcement.

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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.

Benefits

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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.