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Announcements
May 21, 2013
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.
14 current job openings-
Open to all
Program Specialist (Vacancy #: 130050)
GS-0301-13/14 — Office of Support Operations — $89,033.00 - $136,771.00
Opening Date: May 3, 2013
Closing Date: May 24, 2013
This position is located in the Office of Support Operations (OSO) and reports directly to the Chief, Support Operations (Chief) who oversees the day-to-day management and progress of the support directorates. The incumbent provides support to the Chief and establishes effective communication with managers of OSO directorates. The incumbent is responsible for providing technical guidance in the form of reports, analytical studies, white papers, and critical memoranda on a wide range of operational matters in support of the Chief. The incumbent analyzes, reviews, and monitors mission critical issues requiring response and action by the Chief. The incumbent assists the Chief in carrying out a number of important project and program activities, including management information reporting, determining meeting agenda items, monitoring follow up, and providing program performance input. The incumbent assesses program effectiveness or the improvement of program and management processes and systems. Plans and coordinates activities within OSO directorates and outside of the Service Unit. In addition, the incumbent acts as a liaison between the Chief and directorate managers.
Supervisory Systems Accountant (Chief, Financial Systems Office) (Vacancy #: 130066)
GS-0510-15 — Office of the Librarian — $123,758.00 - $155,500.00
Opening Date: May 6, 2013
Closing Date: May 28, 2013
The Financial Systems Officer (FSO)/Supervisory Systems Accountant serves under the general direction of the Chief Financial Officer in the Office of the Chief Financial Officer (OCFO). The incumbent plans, directs, manages, designs, develops, and maintains the financial management system and reporting software for the Library and other cross serviced legislative branch agencies. As such, the incumbent is responsible for all aspects of the Library's financial systems development and maintenance efforts. The incumbent also ensures compliance with the Library's internal control and financial systems standards.
To view the Library's Supervisory Core Competencies, click the following link: LOC Supervisory Core Competencies
Information Technology Specialist (DATAMGT) (Vacancy #: 130049)
GS-2210-13 — Office of Strategic Initiatives (Information Technology Services) — $89,033.00 - $115,742.00
Opening Date: May 1, 2013
Closing Date: May 30, 2013
The Information Technology Specialist serves as an expert in database administration and management. Provides recommendations and performs related tasks for planning, management, and administration of various database systems, like Oracle, Microsoft SQLServer, and MySQL.
Warehouse Manager (Vacancy #: 130060)
GS-2001-13 — Office of Support Operations (Logistics Services Section, Integrated Support Services, Office of Support Operations) — $89,033.00 - $89,033.00
Opening Date: May 20, 2013
Closing Date: Jun 10, 2013
The Warehouse Manager serves as the manager responsible for facilitating Logistics operations at offsite facilities. Assignments are broad with the general objectives of planning, directing, controlling and coordinating logistics operations for the Library including the technical functions of material management, inventory management, and automated systems for material management, logistics-related budget management, general operations and supply.
Library Employees only
Supervisory Copyright Specialist (Information) (Vacancy #: 130020)
GS-1210-12 — Copyright (Information Section, Information and Records Division) — $74,872.00 - $97,333.00
Opening Date: May 10, 2013
Closing Date: May 24, 2013
Current Department employees - CONSIDERATION UNDER THIS VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT IS LIMITED TO THE PERMANENT AND INDEFINITE STAFF OF THE COPYRIGHT OFFICE, DUE TO BUDGETARY CONSTRAINTS. TEMPORARY NOT-TO-EXCEED (NTE) AND INDEFINITE NOT-TO-EXCEED (NTE) STATUS CANDIDATES ARE INELIGIBLE. (EMPLOYEES MUST MAINTAIN ELIGIBILITY AT THE TIME OF SELECTION).
The Information and Records Division is responsible for providing information to the public and to the copyright community regarding Copyright Office services. The Copyright Information Section serves as the official call center for the Copyright Office. The Supervisory Copyright Specialist (Information) serves as the Assistant Information Section Head; supervises and provides guidance, leadership, and training to lower level staff in the Section, and handles the more difficult information requests.
To view the Library's Supervisory Core Competencies, click the following link: LOC Supervisory Core Competencies
Copyright Specialist (Documents) (Vacancy #: 130045a)
GS-1210-07/09 — Copyright — $42,209.00 - $67,114.00
Opening Date: May 15, 2013
Closing Date: May 29, 2013
CONSIDERATION UNDER THIS VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT IS LIMITED TO THE PERMANENT AND INDEFINITE STAFF OF THE COPYRIGHT OFFICE, DUE TO BUDGETARY CONSTRAINTS. TEMPORARY NOT-TO-EXCEED (NTE) AND INDEFINITE NOT-TO-EXCEED (NTE) STATUS CANDIDATES ARE INELIGIBLE.(EMPLOYEES MUST MAINTAIN ELIGIBILITY AT THE TIME OF SELECTION).
The Copyright Specialist (Documents) serves as the Documents Specialist in the Recordation Section and is accountable to the Recordation Section Head. This position is located in the Recordation Section of the Information and Records Division in Copyright. The Information and Records Division is responsible for providing information to the public and to the copyright community regarding Copyright Office services. the Division operates the Copyright Public Information Office, the recordation of documents pertaining to copyrighted works and the issuance of certificates of recordation, answers information requests for forms and circulars, retrieves materials for court cases, performs searches on registered materials and other copyright records, provides certified or non-certified copies of copyright deposits, additional certificates and other copyright records, publishes circulars, forms and related materials, maintains the official records of the office, and responds to inspection requests from members of the public or Congress.
The Recordation Section is responsible for the review and verification of documents submitted, based on the recordation requirements in the statute and Copyright Office regulations. The team creates and issues an official Certificate of Recordation for those documents which meet the recordation requirements. This position serves as Documents Specialist in the Recordation Section and is accountable to the Recordation Section head. While performing daily activities, the incumbent is responsible for ensuring proper handling and security of all Library and Copyright Office materials.
Logistics Specialist (Vacancy #: 130043)
GS-2001-12 — Office of Support Operations (Logistics Services Section, Integrated Support Services, Office of Support Operations) — $74,872.00 - $74,872.00
Opening Date: May 20, 2013
Closing Date: Jun 3, 2013
The Logistics Specialist provides administrative staff support, advisory services, and professional and technical assistance to the Head of the Logistics Section in the Integrated Support Services Directorate, on matters relating to receiving, distribution and supply, and loading dock operations for the Madison Building, as assigned, including deliveries of supplies, furniture and equipment, publications, and other materials utilized by the Library. Coordinates the Library???s material handling equipment procurement, maintenance and replacement program.
Management and Program Analyst (Vacancy #: 130048)
GS-0343-13 — Office of the Librarian (Strategic Planning Office, Office of the Chief Financial Officer) — $89,033.00 - $115,742.00
Opening Date: May 17, 2013
Closing Date: Jun 3, 2013
The incumbent serves as a Management and Program Analyst in the Strategic Planning Office (SPO), Office of the Chief Financial Officer. The SPO is responsible for coordinating the preparation of the Library-wide strategic plan, service and support unit annual program performance plans, and program performance assessment to implement the Library???s Planning and Budget Framework (P&B Framework).
U.S. Citizens Only
Administrative Support Clerk (ALD) (Vacancy #: 130058)
GS-0303-05 — Congressional Research Service (American Law Division) — $34,075.00 - $44,293.00
Opening Date: May 13, 2013
Closing Date: May 24, 2013
The Congressional Research Service (CRS) seeks an Administrative Support Clerk for the American Law Division to provide frontline client service to callers and visitors and administrative support to the division. The ideal candidate will be proficient in Microsoft Office Suite applications, have knowledge of client relationship management software and systems, be able to provide excellent customer service, and must exercise sound judgment.
The selectee will provide administrative and clerical support to division staff and managers, perform specialized data entry and data management-related tasks, prepare and draft a variety of correspondence and other written materials using standard word processing software, and maintain official administrative files and records. The selectee's duties will include greeting, screening, and referring visitors; taking and delivering telephone messages; and referring callers to division staff. The selectee will also be responsible for handling routine inquiries relating to office support services, supplies, equipment, forms, and administrative approval processes and procedures.
This position is Indefinite, Not-To-Exceed 3 Years.
Administrative Support Clerk (DSP) (Vacancy #: 130069)
GS-0303-05 — Congressional Research Service (Domestic Social Policy Division) — $34,075.00 - $44,293.00
Opening Date: May 13, 2013
Closing Date: May 24, 2013
The Congressional Research Service (CRS) seeks an Administrative Support Clerk for the Domestic Social Policy Division to provide frontline client service to callers and visitors and administrative support to the division. The ideal candidate will be proficient in Microsoft Office Suite applications, have knowledge of client relationship management software and systems, be able to provide excellent customer service, and must exercise sound judgment.
The selectee will provide administrative and clerical support to division staff and managers, perform specialized data entry and data management-related tasks, prepare and draft a variety of correspondence and other written materials using standard word processing software, and maintain official administrative files and records. The selectee's duties will include greeting, screening, and referring visitors; taking and delivering telephone messages; and referring callers to division staff. The selectee will also be responsible for handling routine inquiries relating to office support services, supplies, equipment, forms, and administrative approval processes and procedures.
This position is Indefinite, Not-To-Exceed 3 Years.
Administrative Support Clerk (FDT) (Vacancy #: 130070)
GS-0303-05 — Congressional Research Service (Foreign Affairs, Defense and Trade Division) — $34,075.00 - $44,293.00
Opening Date: May 13, 2013
Closing Date: May 24, 2013
The Congressional Research Service (CRS) seeks an Administrative Support Clerk for the Foreign Affairs Defense and Trade Division to provide frontline client service to callers and visitors and administrative support to the division. The ideal candidate will be proficient in Microsoft Office Suite applications, have knowledge of client relationship management software and systems, be able to provide excellent customer service, and must exercise sound judgment.
The selectee will provide administrative and clerical support to division staff and managers, perform specialized data entry and data management-related tasks, prepare and draft a variety of correspondence and other written materials using standard word processing software, and maintain official administrative files and records. The selectee's duties will include greeting, screening, and referring visitors; taking and delivering telephone messages; and referring callers to division staff. The selectee will also be responsible for handling routine inquiries relating to office support services, supplies, equipment, forms, and administrative approval processes and procedures.
This position is Indefinite, Not-To-Exceed 3 Years.
Administrative Support Clerk (G&F) (Vacancy #: 130072)
GS-0303-05 — Congressional Research Service (Government and Finance Division) — $34,075.00 - $44,293.00
Opening Date: May 13, 2013
Closing Date: May 24, 2013
The Congressional Research Service (CRS) seeks an Administrative Support Clerk for the Government and Finance Division to provide frontline client service to callers and visitors and administrative support to the division. The ideal candidate will be proficient in Microsoft Office Suite applications, have knowledge of client relationship management software and systems, be able to provide excellent customer service, and must exercise sound judgment.
The selectee will provide administrative and clerical support to division staff and managers, perform specialized data entry and data management-related tasks, prepare and draft a variety of correspondence and other written materials using standard word processing software, and maintain official administrative files and records. The selectee's duties will include greeting, screening, and referring visitors; taking and delivering telephone messages; and referring callers to division staff. The selectee will also be responsible for handling routine inquiries relating to office support services, supplies, equipment, forms, and administrative approval processes and procedures.
This position is Indefinite, Not-To-Exceed 3 Years.
Administrative Support Clerk (RSI) (Vacancy #: 130071)
GS-0303-05 — Congressional Research Service (Resources, Science and Industry Division) — $34,075.00 - $44,293.00
Opening Date: May 13, 2013
Closing Date: May 24, 2013
The Congressional Research Service (CRS) seeks an Administrative Support Clerk for the Resources, Science and Industry Division to provide frontline client service to callers and visitors and administrative support to the division. The ideal candidate will be proficient in Microsoft Office Suite applications, have knowledge of client relationship management software and systems, be able to provide excellent customer service, and must exercise sound judgment.
The selectee will provide administrative and clerical support to division staff and managers, perform specialized data entry and data management-related tasks, prepare and draft a variety of correspondence and other written materials using standard word processing software, and maintain official administrative files and records. The selectee's duties will include greeting, screening, and referring visitors; taking and delivering telephone messages; and referring callers to division staff. The selectee will also be responsible for handling routine inquiries relating to office support services, supplies, equipment, forms, and administrative approval processes and procedures.
This position is Indefinite, Not-To-Exceed 3 Years.
Research Manager-Government Finance and Taxation (Vacancy #: 130062)
GS-0110-15 — Congressional Research Service — $123,758.00 - $155,500.00
Opening Date: Apr 22, 2013
Closing Date: Jun 10, 2013
The Congressional Research Service (CRS) seeks a Research Manager for the Government Finance and Taxation Section. CRS provides confidential, objective, nonpartisan, and authoritative legislative research, policy analysis, and information service to the U.S. Congress. Working directly with Members of Congress and congressional committees on public policy issues, CRS staff contribute to an informed national legislature as it considers policy issues of importance to the American people. CRS services come in many forms: reports on major policy issues; tailored confidential memoranda, briefings and consultations; seminars; expert congressional testimony; and responses to individual inquiries.
The Research Manager leads the Government Finance and Taxation Section, which is in the Government and Finance Division of CRS, in the development of approaches to research and policy analysis relevant to congressional needs in the areas of U.S. tax and finance policy.
