Library Technician (Technical Services)

Air Force Materiel Command; Edwards Air Force Base (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Air Force Materiel Command at Edwards Air Force Base Library seeks a library assistant to support circulation and technical services. The role involves data processing, customer service, and adherence to library rules and procedures in a non-appropriated fund setting.

Qualifications include at least 6 months of specialized library experience; a bachelor’s degree may substitute; plus typing and general library knowledge.

Qualifications

• Must have 6 months specialized experience in a library with knowledge of circulation and technical service.
• A 4-year Bachelor degree may substitute for specialized experience.
• Must have experience or training that demonstrates ability to perform computer data processing.
• Must have experience in a library providing general knowledge of standard library rules, policies, and procedures in technical services.
• Must have typing experience.

Job description

About the position

This position is Non-appropriated Fund (NAF) and will be assigned to the Edwards Air Force Base Library.

Who May Apply

Open to everyone. Applicants will be categorized by preference(s) and/or priority consideration eligibilities. An applicant's eligibility will be determined based on eligibility claimed in the questionnaire and proof of eligibility MUST be provided with application by the closing date, 09/24/2026 Business Based Action, Military Spouse Preference, Outside Applicant Veteran, Spouse/Widow/Parent of Veteran, and Transition Hiring Preference. In order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described below.

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). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if the position allows for qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application.

Qualifying Experience

• Must have 6 months * specialized experience in a library that provided specific knowledge of library rules, policies, and procedures for circulation and technical service.
• A 4-year Bachelor degree may be substituted for specialized experience.
• Must have experience or training that demonstrates the ability to perform computer data processing.
• Must have experience in a library that provides the applicant with general knowledge of standard library rules, policies, and procedures in technical services.
• Must have typing experience.

Physical Requirements

• Work requires some physical exertion such as long periods of standing; recurring activities such as bending, crouching, stooping, stretching, and reaching; pushing loaded book trucks; and recurring lifting' of moderately heavy items.
• Must be physically able to frequently lift boxes of up to 40 pounds.
• Must be able to reach up to 72 inches with or without the assistance of a step stool.
• Must be able to satisfactorily complete a pre-employment physical.
• Successful completion of a National Agency Check is required.
• Must possess skill in dealing with the public.

Competency Evaluation

You will be evaluated on the basis of your level of competency in the following areas: