The National Library of Medicine (NLM) is one of 27 Institutes and Centers at the National Institutes of Health. NLM is a global leader in biomedical informatics and computational health data science and the world’s largest biomedical library. NLM’s legislative mandate is to support the essential work of acquiring, organizing, preserving, and disseminating biomedical information. NLM provides public access to this information 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

NLM Division: User Services and Collection Division (USCD)

NLM Program/Office: Collection

Application Period: Applications will be accepted September 25, 2024 through October 7, 2024.

Overview: 

The Supervisory Technical Information Specialist GS-1412-15 is located with the National Library of Medicine with the User Services and Collection Division and will serve as the Branch Chief for the division.

Position Description/Responsibilities:

If selected for this position, your duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Establish the vision and strategic priorities for the Branch that align with NIH, NLM, and USCD missions and strategic plans.
• Manage the operations of the Branch including formulating, establishing and interpreting policies; developing, and evaluating programs; developing and implementing long term and operational plans.
• Use expert knowledge to formulate, establish, and interpret policies and establish procedures.
• Direct and supervise the activities of employees engaged in performing the substantive functions of the Branch, including the Deputy Branch Chief and Program Managers.
• Further the goals of equal employment opportunity (EEO) by taking positive steps to assure the accomplishment of affirmative action objectives and by adhering to nondiscriminatory employee practices in regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, or handicap.
• Serve as an authority and spokesperson on NLM's services and resources for library and information science professionals, health professionals, researchers, clinicians and the general public.
• Prepare and present formal reports, speeches, and papers for publication on NLM programs and represents the Library to various high level scientific meetings, federal and other partners, and professional organizations.

Position Requirements:

To qualify for a Supervisory Technical Information Specialist, GS-1412, position you must have:

Basic Education Requirements:
A. Have a full 4-year course of study that meets all the requirements for a bachelor's degree with major study in the subject-matter field of the position to be filled;
OR
B. Have four years of experience that provided a knowledge of the basic principles, theories, practices, techniques, and terminology of a discipline or subject-matter field; an understanding of the standard methods, procedures, and techniques of research and analysis in the subject-matter field; and where appropriate, ability to read and comprehend nontechnical material in one or more foreign languages. Such experience is equivalent to that which would have been gained through a 4-year college curriculum.
OR
C. a combination of education and experience as described above.

In addition to meeting the Basic Education Requirement, you must meet the following to qualify at the GS-15 level:You must demonstrate in your resume at least one year of qualifying specialized experience equivalent to the GS- level in the Federal service obtained in either the private or public sector, performing the following types of tasks:(1) Manage the operations of a program including formulating, establishing and interpreting policies and developing and implementing long term and operational plans; (2) Recommend changes to policies, programs, allocation of resources and organizational structures as required; (3) Serve as an authority and spokesperson on services and resources for library and information science professionals, health professionals, researchers, clinicians and the general public; AND (4) oversee the performance of subordinate staff and provide counseling, advice, and instruction concerning both technical and administrative matters.

Do not copy and paste the duties, specialized experience, or occupational assessment questionnaire from this announcement into your resume as that will not be considered a demonstration of your qualifications for this position.

You will receive credit for all experience material to the position, including experience gained in religious, civic, welfare, service, and organizational activities, regardless of whether you received pay.

To determine your qualifications and referral status, we may review your resume and supporting documentation and compare it against your responses to the vacancy questionnaire. Ensure you support your self-ratings with the information you provide in your application. We may verify or assess your qualifications at any time. Inflated or unsupported qualifications may affect your rating. Any misrepresentation or material omission of facts may be sufficient cause to end further consideration of your candidacy. Persons listed as knowing your past accomplishments or experience in your application may be contacted for verification purposes at any time. Verification may, but need not, begin before receiving an offer.

Preview assessment questionnaire before you apply: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12554465

Education Requirements:

This position has an education requirement. You are strongly encouraged to submit a copy of your transcripts (or a list of your courses including titles, credit hours completed and grades). Unofficial transcripts will be accepted in the application package. Official transcripts will be required from all selectees prior to receiving an official offer. Click here for information on Foreign Education.

Salary and Benefits:

$163,964 - $191,900 per year

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How to Apply

 https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/811149400 

Contact Information:

HHS, NIH, and NLM are equal opportunity employers.

Last Reviewed: September 30, 2024