Summary
This is a full-time position with the Library at the Supreme Court of the United States in Washington, D.C.
Closing Date: Friday, 10/04/2024, 11:59 PM EDT
Please note that this vacancy has a limit of 200 applicants. The job opportunity announcement will automatically close if that limit is reached prior to the closing date.
Duties
The Digital Initiatives Librarian is responsible for managing in-house digitization activities and digitized collections, acts as project manager and lead digitization specialist, and has primary responsibility for projects, components, and activities related to digitization. The Digital Initiatives Librarian provides technical guidance, training, and direction to frontline digitization staff, oversees activities performed by the unit and serves as subject matter expert and advisor to the Librarian of the Court, the Assistant Librarian for Technology & Collections Management and other Department Heads on digitization matters.
Requirements
Conditions of Employment
- Meet Experience Requirements (see Qualifications)
- Employment is subject to successful completion of a security background check.
- If you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959, you must certify that you have registered with the Selective Service System, or are exempt from having to do so under the Selective Service Law. See: www.sss.gov
Qualifications
At least three years of experience managing a digitization program, including the use of imaging equipment, workflow software and inventory control procedures is required. Demonstrated ability to solve technical problems and implement new equipment and software, and interpret technical industry standards for digitization required. Experience using digital imaging and scanning software, such as Alaris Capture Pro and Adobe Acrobat required. Experience with ScanRobot Scanner and associated ScanFlow and ScanGate software is strongly preferred.
Education
A Master's degree in library science (ALA approved) is required. At least five years of experience within a library, museum or archival setting is required.
How You Will Be Evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
We will review and assess your application package in comparison with the posted qualifications for the position.
Your answers to the assessment questionnaire are required and will be used to evaluate your application. To preview the assessment questionnaire, click https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12554041
Required Documents
The following documents are required:
- A cover letter
- A resume
How to Apply
You must upload the cover letter and resume. These two documents are required and must be received by the closing date, 10/04/2024, in order to be considered. Please submit only these documents unless you have prior federal and/or military experience. In that case your most recent SF-50, Statement of Service, and/or DD-214 will also be required.
- To begin, click Apply Online to create a USAJobs account or log in to your existing account. Follow the prompts to select your USAJobs resume and/or other supporting documents and complete the occupational questionnaire.
- Click the Submit My Answers button to submit your application package.
- It is your responsibility to ensure your responses and appropriate documentation is submitted prior to the closing date.
- To verify your application is complete, log into your USAJobs account, https://www.usajobs.gov, select the Application Status link and then select the More Information link for this position. The Details page will display the status of your application, the documentation received and processed, and any correspondence the agency has sent related to this application. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.
- To return to an incomplete application, log into your USAJobs account and click Update Application in the vacancy announcement. You must re-select your resume and/or other documents from your USAJobs account or your application will be incomplete.
Next steps
Upon submission, you will receive an e-mail acknowledging receipt of your application. Please be advised that your application will not be considered complete unless all of the required documents have been received. All applicants will be notified once a selection has been made.
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