Announcements
November 09, 2009
The Library of Congress offers many exciting permanent and temporary opportunities for employment. The Library adheres to a formal Merit Selection Plan in filling vacancies.
11 current job openings-
Open to all
Quality Assurance Specialist (Electronics) (Vacancy #: 090143)
GS-1910-13 — Library Services (National Library Service for the Blind and Physically Handicapped, Materials Development Division, Quality Assurance Section) — $86,927.00 - $113,007.00
Opening Date: Oct 14, 2009
Closing Date: Nov 16, 2009
The work of this position involves the planning, development, organization, and administration of a comprehensive electronics and computer software quality assurance program on digital audio products. Serves as the technical authority on electronics and computer software quality assurance related matters, advising top management, staff and operating officials on principles and techniques of quality assurance.
Librarian (Vacancy #: 090235)
GS-1410-12 — Library Services (Collections and Services, Collections Access, Loan and Management, Collections Integrity and Maintenance Office) — $73,100.00 - $95,026.00
Opening Date: Nov 2, 2009
Closing Date: Nov 17, 2009
Manages all aspects of major library collections-related outsourcing programs in the CALM Division of the Library of Congress.
Analyzes and develops library collections-related service contracts and programs. Drafts Statements of Work, RFIs, RFOs, and RFPs. Assists other staff in preparing Statements of work. Evaluates service requirements. Monitors and evaluates contractor performance. Participates on proposal evaluation teams. Develops evaluation plans and evaluates vendor proposals for adequacy in terms of vendor ability to perform desired actions and produce proper results. Serves as Contracting Officer's Technical Representative (COTR) for CALM's service contracts.
Librarian (Vacancy #: 090212)
GS-1410-12 — Library Services (NLS/BPH, Network Division, Network Services Section) — $73,100.00 - $95,026.00
Opening Date: Oct 19, 2009
Closing Date: Nov 18, 2009
The Librarian provides consultant service concerning all aspects of library service to blind and physically handicapped readers to an assigned portion of the NLS network; represents NLS in contact with network of cooperating libraries, administering agencies, consumer groups, as well as general pubic and library profession; identifies service trends and specific problems which have general impact on the network and NLS; writes reports, prepares articles for publication, evaluations and correspondence; reviews and analyzes comparative statistical data related to network libraries; represents NLS at conferences; delivers speeches.
Supervisory Interior Designer (Design Supervisor) (Vacancy #: 090095)
GS-1008-13 — Office of the Librarian (Integrated Support Services) — $86,927.00 - $113,007.00
Opening Date: Oct 20, 2009
Closing Date: Nov 20, 2009
This position serves as the Design Supervisor for Facility Design & Construction (FD&C), Facility Services Division, Integrated Services Support Directorate, Library of Congress (LC). The incumbent works under the general supervision of the FD&C Manager. FD&C has overall responsibility for all occupant space planning for over 4 million square feet and liaison with the Architect of the Capitol (AOC) on design projects under AOC control. Additionally FD&C provides design advice on all new LC construction projects. Work is carried out independently with the incumbent receiving policy guidance and work guidelines in terms of broad general objectives. Incumbent executes assignments that often involve organizing and managing several separate subordinate projects that must be carried out concurrently.
Supervisory Management Analysis Officer (Vacancy #: 090234)
GS-0343-13 — Office of the Librarian (Integrated Support Services, Office Systems Services, Records Management Unit) — $86,927.00 - $113,007.00
Opening Date: Oct 30, 2009
Closing Date: Dec 1, 2009
The incumbent serves as the Head, Records Management Section and reports to the Chief, Office Systems Services. The incumbent exercises initiative, resourcefulness, and judgment in applying or adapting broad guidelines provided by Executive Orders, General Services Administration, National Archives and Records Administration regulations, the Federal Records Act, various Unites States Codes regarding legislatively mandated records management and forms programs, manuals, and other issuances pertaining to the general principles, practices, and techniques of the various phases of the Library of Congress' records, forms, and correspondence, including requests submitted pursuant to the Freedom of Information and Privacy Acts management programs. Oversees the Correspondence Control Unit/Librarian correspondence and maintains congressional relationships as necessary and appropriate.
Library Employees only
Library Technician (Vacancy #: 090205)
GS-1411-06 — Copyright (Copyright Office Receipt Analysis & Control Division) — $37,084.00 - $48,207.00
Opening Date: Sep 16, 2009
Closing Date: Nov 10, 2009
Serves as the organization's liaison on office support services.
Prepares various written materials in a library environment.
Performs duties in support of the processing of library collections.
Performs technical duties in support of the cataloging functions of a library. Reviews and updates information for cataloging databases. Inputs production information into a computerized system in order to provide for materials tracking and production statistics.
Supervisory Educational Resources Specialist (Vacancy #: 090227)
GS-1701-14 — Office of Strategic Initiatives (Educational Outreach Division) — $102,721.00 - $133,543.00
Opening Date: Oct 28, 2009
Closing Date: Nov 12, 2009
LIMITED TO THE STAFF OF THE LIBRARY OF CONGRESS
The incumbent should have experience working with K-12 professional development at the state and national level; knowledge and understanding of effective instructional practices; relationships with national educational organizations and recognize the value of coalition building in support of education programs. Additionally, the incumbent has knowledge of best practices for using technology to deploy outreach efforts. The incumbent reports directly to the Director of Educational Outreach in the Educational Outreach Division and works closely with the educational outreach staff, which range in grade up to the GS-14 level, to coordinate primary source-based professional development programs and related activities for educators which are sponsored by the Library of Congress.
Administrative Support Clerk (Office Automation) (Vacancy #: 090221)
GS-0303-04 — Library Services (Office of Partnerships & Outreach Programs, Office of Scholarly Programs) — $29,736.00 - $38,655.00
Opening Date: Oct 29, 2009
Closing Date: Nov 16, 2009
LIMITED TO THE STAFF OF THE LIBRARY OF CONGRESS
The Office of Scholarly Programs also administers the office of the Poet Laureate and a wide variety of programs related to that position. Working under the supervision of the Director, the incumbent provides administrative clerical support to the Office of Scholarly Programs. Responsibilities include serving as the organization liaison for support services, supporting collection and tracking of data, filing and maintaining documents and reports, and processing incoming and outgoing mail. Incumbent also uses a range of software applications to produce a variety of materials.
Special Assistant (Vacancy #: 090196)
GS-0301-14 — Library Services — $102,721.00 - $133,543.00
Opening Date: Nov 5, 2009
Closing Date: Nov 20, 2009
Limited to Library Services
The special assistant to the Director, Administrative Services, provides technical, administrative and program assistance in support of the Director's responsibilities for the full range of budgetary, human resources, and space management functions necessary to support Library Services programs and personnel. Additionally, the incumbent assists the director in coordinating activities and policy with other Library Services directorates and other offices throughout the Library as required, and provides technical, operational and administrative support in the form of reports, analytical studies, correspondence and memoranda to fulfill operational requirements.
U.S. Citizens Only
Analyst in Income Security (Social Security) (Vacancy #: 090214)
GS-0101-13 — Congressional Research Service (Domestic Social Policy Division) — $86,927.00 - $113,007.00
Opening Date: Sep 23, 2009
Closing Date: Nov 9, 2009
The Congressional Research Service (CRS), Domestic Social Policy Division is seeking an Analyst in Income Security (Social Security) to work on issues related to programs for providing income security for the aged, disabled, and unemployed (e.g., Social Security retirement and disability benefits, Supplemental Security Income (SSI), Unemployment Insurance (UI) benefits.) The analyst will provide objective public policy analysis and consultation to congressional committees, Members, and staff, including preparing objective, non-partisan,analytical studies and descriptive and background reports on public policy issues of national significance; providing personal consultation and assistance to congressional committees, Members, and staff on public policy issues throughout the legislative process; and participating in multi-disciplinary team research projects and seminars. The employee is also expected to develop over time the skills necessary to provide legislative analysis and consultation to congressional committees, Members, and staff at increasingly sophisticated levels.
Assistant Director and Senior Specialist, Domestic Social Policy Division (Vacancy #: 090219)
SL-0101-00 — Congressional Research Service — $157,050.00 - $162,900.00
Opening Date: Oct 8, 2009
Closing Date: Nov 20, 2009
The Congressional Research Service (CRS) works exclusively for the United States Congress, providing objective, nonpartisan analysis to committees and Members of both the House and Senate. CRS is seeking a senior leader to manage its Domestic Social Policy Division, one of five research divisions. The Domestic Social Policy Division provides expert research that meets ongoing congressional policy-making and oversight needs on such matters as education, labor, income security, immigration, criminal justice, health policy, and child and family well-being. These issues are among the most critical issues facing the country now, and for years to come. The Assistant Director will be expected to manage the research to help Congress in its decision-making with regard to these important policy problems.
This is a senior leadership position and, as a member of the Director's senior management team, serves as a chief advisor to the Director.