Librarian Metadata Services Developer

To qualify for the Librarian Metadata Services Developer, PG - 1410 - 13 , you must meet the following requirements: BASIC EDUCATION REQUIREMENT: All librarians must meet a Basic Educational Requirement of professional education in library science or possess equivalent experience and/or education as shown below. A. Completion of 1 full academic year of graduate study in library science in an accredited college or university, in addition to completion of all work required for a bachelor's degree. OR B. A total of at least 5 years of a combination of college-level education, training, and experience. To qualify on this basis, the applicant must show conclusively that the education, training and experience provided a knowledge and understanding of the theories, principles, and techniques of professional librarianship; knowledge of literature resources; and possess the competencies essential for providing effective library information and library technical services. In addition to meeting the Basic Educational Requirements as described above, applicants must meet the following specialized experience as noted below. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must possess one year of specialized experience at the next lower grade level (PG-12) or equivalent in the federal service or higher. Specialized experience may include but is not limited to: (1) Performing metadata creation and enhancements activities, including improving automated processes and developing scripts or programs to support new metadata functions; (2) Applying national, international, and local cataloging standards to ensure high-quality bibliographic and authority records; AND (3) Using tools and applications, such as Government information products, primarily the Integrated Library System (ILS), the Online Computer Library Center (OCLC), and Catalog of U.S. Government Publications (CGP) to manage and organize U.S. Government information products. 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. All qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement (08/10/2026) to be considered.