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Marine Corps Community Services (MCCS) is looking for the best and brightest to join our Team! MCCS is a comprehensive program that supports and enhances the quality of life for Marines, their families, and others in the Marine Corps Community. We offer a team oriented environment comprised of military personnel, civilian employees, contractors and volunteers who keep the organization functioning smoothly and effectively. As a service-oriented organization, we never waver in our commitment to our Corps.

This position is located at MCAS YUMA, AZ . Candidates selected for this position will serve as a SUPERVISORY LIBRARY TECHNICIAN.

Major Duties

MAJOR DUTIES: Supervisory Library Technician position- is located in Personal & Professional Development, Education and Career Services – Library at MCAS Yuma.-.

The primary mission of the library or information center is to organize, manage and provide relevant and timely information to meet the educational, technical, professional, and recreational needs of active duty military, their family members, college students, retirees and civilian employees. The library also serves as a resource center for off-duty education programs ranging from preschool to high school to college degree programs.

The work performed by the incumbent varies over a wide spectrum of library or related information, and over many levels of responsibility and complexity.

Performs a variety of general office and clerical tasks in support of library operations. Answers the telephone, takes messages, and refers callers to appropriate staff members. Partners with the Marketing Department to advertise all library programs and activities.

Plans and conducts programs for all ages, to include but not limited to Lap Time for ages 0-3 years, Story Time for ages 3-6 years and at least one monthly library event. Develops and creates weekly programs using Makerspace items such as sewing/quilt classes, using sewing machines or sergers, and craft classes using the Cricut machine.

Responsible for checking library materials in and out, and verifies that customers are authorized to use the facility. Registers new customers, issues library cards, and files applications. Explains library rules, regulations, circulation procedures, and entitlements to library customers. Takes requests for reserves and inter/intra library loans, and periodically checks to see that requests are filled. Accurately compiles and records statistics on library programs such as attendance and number of programs, etc.

Provides professional program assistance to the supervisory librarian. Assists in planning and executing programs without repetitive instructions from the supervisory librarian. Fosters cooperative working relationships with patrons and employees.

Submits recommendations and requests for new library materials to the supervisory librarian. The receipt of new library materials and rearrangement of existing library materials will require the lifting of medium sized boxes of books. Maintains an awareness of needed changes in procedures, policies, and processes.

Provides ready reference and research assistance to library customers. Patrons include military personnel and family members; school aged children, civilian employees, and college students. Provides reference searches by devising and adapting various search strategies within the library’s holdings and utilizes on-line databases and various resources to provide reference services to customers. This task involves interviewing and interacting with customers to establish their needs and requirements. Patron requirements are analyzed and appropriate information resources are located and selected. The information resources include books, periodicals, government documents, photos, maps, and other archival holdings.

Supervises three or more technicians and volunteers. The incumbent is responsible for the following personnel related duties, but not limited to: planning and preparing schedules, maintaining time-keeping files, making individual work assignments, instructing employees in specific tasks and job techniques, monitoring standards of service, providing advice and guidance to subordinates, approving leave, resolving personnel related conflicts, setting written performance standards and completing yearly performance appraisals.

The incumbent ensures that all tenets of Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and safety regulations are followed.

Provides World Class Customer Service with an emphasis on courtesy. Assists customers and communicates positively in a friendly manner. Takes action to solve problems quickly. Alerts higher-level supervisor or point of contact for help when problems arise. Adheres to safety regulations and standards. Promptly reports any observed workplace hazards, and any injury, occupational illness, and/or property damage resulting from workplace mishaps to immediate supervisor.

Performs other duties as assigned.

This is a white-collar position where occasional lifting up to 20 lbs may be required.

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university is preferred. Three years of experience that demonstrates knowledge of basic and well-established library procedures related to routine and repetitive aspects of major library functions or three years of education experience in a Pre-K, Elementary, Middle or High School setting.

Ability to supervise subordinate employees to include communicating work direction and assignment from supervisor, giving on-the-job training, coaching, facilitating, and resolving work problems.

Knowledge and experience in clerical and administrative procedures such as typing, operating copy machine and audiovisual equipment, managing files and records, compiling statistics, to include good organizational skills.

Knowledge of Microsoft Office software and applications including Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint.

Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing with customers, using proper tact, diplomacy and professional customer service.

How To Apply

All applications must be submitted online via the MCCS Careers website: https://careers.usmc-mccs.org

Resumes/applications emailed or mailed will not be considered for this vacancy announcement. To be considered for employment, the application or resume must be submitted online by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date of the announcement.

Note: To check the status of your application or return to a previous or incomplete application, log into your MCCS user account and review your application status.

Closing Statement

GENERAL INFORMATION: Applicants are assured of equal consideration regardless of race, age, color, religion, national origin, gender, GINA, political affiliation, membership or non-membership in an employee organization, marital status, physical handicap which has no bearing on the ability to perform the duties of the position. This agency provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the agency. The decision on granting reasonable accommodation will be on a case-by-case basis.

It is Department of Navy (DON) policy to provide a workplace free of discrimination and retaliation. The DON No Fear Act policy link is provided for your review: https://www.donhr.navy.mil/NoFearAct.asp.

As part of the employment process, Human Resources Division may obtain a Criminal Record Check and/or an Investigative Consumer Report. Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a National Agency Check and Inquiries (NACI). For all positions requiring access to firearms or ammunition, the Federal Government is prohibited from employing individuals in these positions who have ever been convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence, or a felony crime of domestic violence adjudged on or after 27 November 2002. Selectees for such positions must submit a completed DD Form 2760, Qualification to Possess Firearms or Ammunition, before a final job offer can be made.

CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT: Per E.O. 14043, selectee(s) must be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 by 11/22/2021 or date of employment (which ever comes later) except in limited circumstances where an exemption is approved due to a disability or sincerely held religious beliefs.

Selective Service Registration: If you are a male born after December 31, 1959 and are at least 18 years of age, government employment requires that you must register with the Selective Service System, unless you meet certain exemptions. You must be able to show proof of registration or your exemption, as part of the required suitability background investigation.

Direct Deposit of total NET pay is mandatory as a condition of employment for all appointments to positions within MCCS. Required Documents:

• Education/certification certificate(s), if applicable.
• If prior military, DD214 Member Copy

This activity is a Drug-free workplace. The use of illegal drugs by NAF employees, whether on or off duty, cannot and will not be tolerated. Federal employees have a right to a safe and secure workplace, and Marines, sailors, and their family members have a right to a reliable and productive Federal workforce. Involuntarily separated members of the armed forces and eligible family members applying through the Transition Assistance Program must submit a written request/statement (may be obtained from the MCCS Human Resources Office) and present ID card with "TA" stamped in red on front of card. INDIVIDUALS SELECTED FROM THIS ANNOUNCEMENT MAY BE CHANGED TO PART-TIME OR FULL-TIME AT MANAGEMENT'S DISCRETION WITHOUT FURTHER COMPETITION.ALL ONLINE APPLICATIONS MUST BE RECEIVED BY 1159PM EASTERN TIME (ET) ON THE CLOSING DATE LISTED IN THE JOB POSTING.