About this role
Job SummaryThe Library of Congress shares its vast collections of books, manuscripts, photographs, maps, audiovisual materials, and priceless artifacts to cultivate curiosity and spark imagination. We engage, inspire, and inform Congress and the American people with a universal and enduring source of knowledge and creativity. We seek highly talented professionals to join a vibrant and collaborative community. Your work here will have lasting impact on the Library and its users well into the future.
QualificationsApplicants must have had progressively responsible experience and training sufficient in scope and quality to furnish them with an acceptable level of the following knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the duties of the position without more than normal supervision. Knowledge of library digital content management principles and practices.** Ability to perform project development and management duties.** Ability to research and analyze technical issues. Ability to communicate effectively in writing. Ability to provide consultation or liaison duties. Ability to communicate effectively other than in writing.
Major DutiesThis position serves as a Senior Digital Collections Specialist located in the Digital Collections Management and Services Division, Digital Services Directorate, Discovery and Preservation Services at the Library of Congress. As a Senior Digital Collections Specialist, you will: Coordinate, determine, and manage projects for digital collections. Serve as a technical expert in the planning, development, management, and execution of digital collections workflow/lifecycle management projects. Plan, test, and execute projects that involve acquiring, describing, storing, and providing access to digital content for which the section has custodial responsibility. Use knowledge of digital libraries and technical solutions, provide expert analysis and advice and develop solutions to address issues and problems associated with digital collections lifecycle management. Provide advice to staff in stakeholder and curatorial units and training to more junior members of the section. Perform other duties as assigned. The position description number for this position is 349876. The salary range indicated reflects the locality pay adjustments for the Washington, D.C., Metropolitan area. The incumbent of this position will work a Flexitime work schedule. This is a non-supervisory, bargaining unit position. Relocation expenses will not be authorized for the person(s) selected under this vacancy announcement.RequirementsConditions of Employment Library of Congress employees are prohibited from using illegal drugs, including marijuana. The Library is part of the Federal Government and abides by federal law, so regardless of individual state or District of Columbia laws, marijuana use is illegal, considered criminal activity, and can affect your employment at the Library. In addition, past or current drug use and activities (e.g., selling or distributing) may deem you ineligible for employment.