All qualifications and eligibility requirements must be met by the closing date of the announcement. IDEAL CANDIDATE STATEMENT The ideal candidate for the Information Technology Specialist (Library & Research Services) (AI Specialist) is a highly skilled and forward-thinking research and technology professional who excels in complex, multidomain information environments. The candidate works independently with minimal supervision and executes projects requiring novel approaches or interpretation of policy. While working independently the ideal candidate manages complex, multivalent projects over long periods of time with intermediate benchmarks and shifting deadlines. The candidate is a proactive problem-solver who stays ahead of emerging technologies and brings strong customer-service orientation. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to train others with confidence, and demonstrate the professional maturity, initiative, and judgment expected of a senior technical authority; and is committed to excellence, innovation, and public service. BASIC EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENT: Individuals must have IT-related experience demonstrating each of the four competencies listed below. Attention to Detail - Is thorough when performing work and conscientious about attending to detail. Customer Service - Works with clients and customers (that is, any individuals who use or receive the services or products that your work unit produces, including the general public, individuals who work in the agency, other agencies, or organizations outside the Government) to assess their needs, provide information or assistance, resolve their problems, or satisfy their expectations; knows about available products and services; is committed to providing quality products and services. Oral Communication - Expresses information (for example, ideas or facts) to individuals or groups effectively, taking into account the audience and nature of the information (for example, technical, sensitive, controversial); makes clear and convincing oral presentations; listens to others, attends to nonverbal cues, and responds appropriately. Problem Solving - Identifies problems; determines accuracy and relevance of information; uses sound judgment to generate and evaluate alternatives, and to make recommendations. In addition to the BASIC EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENT, applicants must also meet the following: SELECTIVE FACTOR: In addition to meeting the minimum qualifications listed below, candidates must meet the following selective factor to be considered qualified for the position. Applicants not meeting the Selective Factor will not be considered qualified for the position. Experience designing, engineering, and/or optimizing advanced prompts for generative Artificial Intelligence research tools within legal, policy, or technical research environments. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Applicants must have one year of specialized experience, equivalent to the GS-13 grade level, which has provided them with the knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the Information Technology Specialist (Library & Research Services) (AI Specialist) at the GS-14 grade level. Specialized experience includes: Experience conducting legal and/or policy research using electronic research systems such as Westlaw, Bloomberg BNA, HeinOnline or equivalent; and Experience managing digital and integrated library systems, electronic legal research databases, and/or enterprise knowledge repositories to develop or enhance cross-platform information retrieval capabilities; and Experience implementing advanced technologies, such as generative AI tools, to modernize research workflows and improve digital information accessibility; and Experience developing instructional materials and training to provide user support and trouble shoot complex system issues. This experience must be fully supported and articulated in your resume to receive consideration. Please do not cut and paste the specialized experience from this announcement into your resume, as this will not be considered a demonstration of your qualifications for this position. Substitution of education in lieu of specialized experience may not be used for this grade level. For more detailed information on these qualification standards, please visit the United States Office of Personnel Management's website here. NOTE: 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.