Supervisory Librarian (Section Head, Literature Section) (Detail/Temporary Promo

Detail (Library Employees within Library Collections and Services Group (LCSG) Only) Supervisory Librarian (Section Head, Literature Section) (Detail/Temporary Promotion)

• Opening Date: December 5, 2024
• Closing Date: December 16, 2024
• LC Organization Unit: Library Collections and Services Group
• Grade: GS-13
• Series: 1410
• Availability: Library Employees within Library Collections and Services Group (LCSG) Only
• Duration: up to 120 days

The Literature Section (USPRLL Division) is offering an opportunity for a qualified individual at the GS-13 level (with one year time-in-grade) to serve on a full-time, 120-day temporary promotion to the GS-14 level, OR a qualified individual at the GS-14 level (no promotion) to serve on a full-time, 120-day detail as Section Head of the Literature Section.

Reporting to the Chief of USPRLL, this position is responsible for the full range of administrative management and technical direction of the Literature Section. The successful candidate will gain valuable work experience in managing a diverse group of staff who catalog copyright receipts and titles from the Cataloging in Publication (CIP) program for Literature, including children’s fiction, literary criticism, linguistics, mass media, journalism, graphic novels, and library science.

Responsibilities:

• Direction and management of the Literature Section, its 12 staff and operations.
• Delegation of assignments to employees ranging from GS-7 to GS-13.
• Ensuring that employees are fully trained to perform their duties which include cataloging and staff training.
• Evaluation of current programs and development of new programs and projects.
• Ensuring staff security and safe handling of equipment and collections in the section.
• Establishment of performance expectations for staff through the Library of Congress’s formal employee performance management system.
• Resolution of informal complaints and grievances.
• Recommendation of new appointments, promotions, or reassignments.

Application Process:

• Obtain permission from their supervisor.
• Submit a federal style resume (Please follow the link and ensure the resume includes all components of a federal style resume.)
• Submit a one-page Statement of Interest describing qualifications that include work experience, education, and training related to the knowledge, skills, and abilities listed below:
• Supervisory and/or managerial experience.
• Past cataloging experience (e.g. librarian, first line supervisor, and/or manager).
• Project and/or committee management.
• Contract and/or financial management experience.
• Ability to utilize computer technologies and applications (e.g., Adobe Acrobat, MS Suite, FOLIO, Voyager (Cataloging Module), OCLC Connexion, Z-Processor, Serena, Monster, USAP Performance, BIBFRAME MARVA Editor, etc.).
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• The applicant should also provide the name and email address of their immediate supervisor.

Eligibility: This opportunity is open to permanent staff of the Library Collections & Services Group who have permission from their supervisor.

Work Schedule: Monday – Friday (flextime), telework (up to 2 days a week).

Submission: Candidates should submit the required documents listed above to Stacey Devine at sdev@loc.gov by close of business Monday, December 16, 2024.

Selection: Applicant information will be reviewed, and the top qualified candidates may be interviewed. The selection will be based on how well the candidate meets the knowledge, skills, and abilities required.

Start date: The desired start date for the opportunity is Monday, January 13, 2025.

For More Information

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