Background

Amentum, a global leader in advanced engineering, technical, and professional services serving the US government, allies, and critical infrastructure sectors, is seeking a Librarian to support the Morale, Welfare, and Recreation (MWR) program on the island of Diego Garcia.

Responsibilities

The Librarian is responsible for managing day-to-day operations of the library facility and its services to ensure the delivery of high-quality resources and programming to support the informational, educational, and recreational needs of military personnel and families. Key responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Overseeing the operations of the library, including organizing resources, maintaining systems, and ensuring the library is clean, well-maintained, and inviting.
• Providing assistance to library users in locating resources, performing research, and using library systems and equipment.
• Managing the collection, including cataloging, organizing, and maintaining materials in accordance with library science principles.
• Monitoring the library’s inventory and implementing measures to maintain the resource catalog.
• Developing and promoting relevant library programs and services to support the MWR objectives and meet the needs of the community.
• Conducting programs, workshops, and events for library users, including programs that promote literacy, learning, and cultural activities.
• Training and mentoring support staff and volunteers to ensure high-quality service delivery.
• Maintaining records of library transactions, including check-outs, membership, returned materials, and overdue items.
• Staying up to date with new library technologies and implementing them as appropriate to enhance library services.
• Enforcing library policies and guidelines to ensure a positive and respectful environment for all patrons.

Qualifications

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Four-year college degree in Library Science or a related field, OR two (2) years of satisfactory experience in a military, school, or public library system.
• Familiarity with cataloging systems, digital resource management, and library organization principles.
• Strong communication, customer service, and interpersonal skills to assist and interact effectively with library patrons.
• Proficiency in the use of computers and library management systems or willingness to learn.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must be in possession of a valid passport and able to travel internationally.
• Passport must be valid for a minimum of one (1) year at the time of hire.
• Ability to successfully meet contract medical requirements and maintain readiness for the duration of deployment.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain facility credentials/authorization.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree or additional certifications in Library Science or Information Management.
• Previous experience managing a library or working in leadership roles within a military or government library system.
• Familiarity with U.S. Navy MWR guidelines and library programming.
• Experience in developing and managing library programs to include literacy workshops, educational seminars, or special initiatives.
• Experience working in a remote OCONUS (Outside the Continental United States) or austere environment.

Other Responsibilities

• Safety: Amentum enforces workplace safety where all employees are responsible for maintaining a safe work environment and complying with safety training and policies.
• Quality: All tasks must meet or exceed the organization’s and customers’ expectations under Amentum’s Quality Management System. Library services must meet customer standards and MWR objectives.
• Procedure Compliance: Employees must read, understand, and adhere to operational, safety, and environmental policies, as outlined in organizational guidelines and contractual requirements.

• Overseeing the operations of the library, including organizing resources, maintaining systems, and ensuring the library is clean, well-maintained, and inviting.
• Providing assistance to library users in locating resources, performing research, and using library systems and equipment.
• Managing the collection, including cataloging, organizing, and maintaining materials in accordance with library science principles.
• Monitoring the library’s inventory and implementing measures to maintain the resource catalog.
• Developing and promoting relevant library programs and services to support the MWR objectives and meet the needs of the community.
• Conducting programs, workshops, and events for library users, including programs that promote literacy, learning, and cultural activities.
• Training and mentoring support staff and volunteers to ensure high-quality service delivery.
• Maintaining records of library transactions, including check-outs, membership, returned materials, and overdue items.
• Staying up to date with new library technologies and implementing them as appropriate to enhance library services.
• Enforcing library policies and guidelines to ensure a positive and respectful environment for all patrons.

• Familiarity with cataloging systems, digital resource management, and library organization principles.
• Strong communication, customer service, and interpersonal skills to assist and interact effectively with library patrons.
• Proficiency in the use of computers and library management systems or willingness to learn.

• Four-year college degree in Library Science or a related field, OR two (2) years of satisfactory experience in a military, school, or public library system.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must be in possession of a valid passport and able to travel internationally.
• Passport must be valid for a minimum of one (1) year at the time of hire.
• Ability to successfully meet contract medical requirements and maintain readiness for the duration of deployment.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain facility credentials/authorization.
• Master's degree or additional certifications in Library Science or Information Management.
• Previous experience managing a library or working in leadership roles within a military or government library system.
• Familiarity with U.S. Navy MWR guidelines and library programming.
• Experience in developing and managing library programs to include literacy workshops, educational seminars, or special initiatives.
• Experience working in a remote OCONUS (Outside the Continental United States) or austere environment.