Duties
This position serves as a Digital Projects Coordinator. The position can be used in any section of the Digital Collections Management & Services Division and reports to the supervisor aligned with where the position is filled. The Digital Collections Management & Services Division is part of the Digital Services Directorate in Discovery and Preservation Services at the Library of Congress. The division is responsible for providing support for the full lifecycle management of Library Collections & Services Group’s digital collections. The division also provides advice and assistance to the Law Library as needed. Digital Collection Management & Services staff collaborates with LCSG curatorial units, technical staff and cross-service unit organizations to establish policies, implement new and streamline existing digital workflows, identify digital content management problems and propose solutions, provide training, and communicate best practices.
Serves as an expert in the organization, development, and implementation of multiple complex projects involving the lifecycle management of digital content. Serves as a project leader or team leader for working groups, task forces, or ad hoc groups which have been assigned responsibility for specific digital media content development and/or lifecycle management projects or tasks. Coordinates the details involved in special projects, defining tasks/assignments. Identifies, develops, and implements options for improving the performance of the plan/projects.
Communicates orally and in writing to both technical and non-technical staff concerning the management of digital collection activities. Works with staff to develop solutions for transfer, processing, and managing a wide variety of digital content from varied acquisitions sources. Serves as product owner and/or subject matter expert for development projects to support the lifecycle management of digital content. Works collaboratively inside and outside the project team and program areas to facilitate and encourage the development and implementation of institution-wide and national best practices and standards.
Provides expert guidance in the resolution of complex problems or issues impacting the lifecycle management of digital content.
Troubleshoots problems with existing and proposed workflows for content managed throughout curatorial units or within the division. Analyzes and participates in the development of appropriate guidelines, standards and mechanisms for setting program priorities. Creates innovative tools/approaches to digital preservation lifecycle implementation within the broad framework of program strategies and goals. Advises top management on major issues related to the acquisition and lifecycle management of digital content.
Applying broad knowledge of digital libraries and technical solutions, provides expert analysis and advice and develops solutions to solve complex issues and problems associated with digital lifecycle management across the agency. Develops specialized knowledge in digital formats as needed in order to support digital library programs. Identifies and applies new analytical techniques to address situations that are unique or not previously encountered. Researches new developments in library and information technologies, particularly as they apply to digital content preservation and lifecycle management. Based on digital library trends, operations, and changing program requirements, identifies relevant issues to management. Collects, analyzes and evaluates input from stakeholders and makes authoritative recommendations to management.
Oversees the development of business requirements related to the management of digital content.
Directs studies and testing of digital library best practices and standards. Develops cost estimates and IT investment packages to support digital content acquisition and curation programs.
Serves as advisor and liaison to the Chief, Digital Collections Management & Services on matters pertaining to digital collections lifecycle activities. Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with Library staff at multiple levels and across service unit lines and industry professionals on digital collections management. Participates in internal and external collaborative efforts focused on the management of digital content. Initiates, establishes, and maintains professional relationships with librarians, IT, digital acquisition specialists and industry professionals in order to share resources and information. Serves as a principal liaison for the organization at professional conferences, seminars, and exhibits to make presentations or for professional development to keep abreast of current trends in technology.
Performs various duties as assigned.
Relocation expenses will not be authorized for the person(s) selected under this vacancy announcement.
Requirements
Conditions of employment
Conditions 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.
Qualifications
Applicants 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 digital collections management principles and practices. **
Ability to perform project management functions. **
Ability to analyze organizational and operational problems and develop solutions to plan and carry out digital collections management programs and initiatives. **
Ability to interact collaboratively with others at all levels.
Ability to communicate in writing.
Ability to communicate effectively other than in writing.
Additional information
Although it is the Library's policy to afford the maximum pay benefit to employees when setting rates of pay, a new appointee who has had no previous Federal service will generally be paid at step one of the grade.
The Library of Congress is an equal opportunity employer.
Applicants must submit a complete application package that is received by the closing date of this announcement.
Appointment/retention is subject to a favorable evaluation of an appropriate personnel security/suitability investigation. For more information, please see:Vetting Process
This agency provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please email ADA@loc.gov. The decision on granting reasonable accommodation will be determined on a case-by-case basis.
Applicants with disabilities may be considered under special hiring procedures and must submit an appropriate certificate of eligibility when applying for this position. The proof or disability/certification may be issued by the State Vocational Rehabilitation Office, Disability Services or Career Services office of the applicant’s college or university, or the Department of Veterans Affairs. The letter must verify that the applicant has a severe disability and must be dated within three years of the date of the application. Certification from health care providers are not accepted. For more information contact the Library's Office of Equal Employment Opportunity at 202-707-6024 or email spp@loc.gov. FAILURE TO SUBMIT YOUR CERTIFICATION WILL CAUSE YOUR APPLICATION TO NOT BE CONSIDERED UNDER THE SELECTIVE PLACEMENT PROGRAM.
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Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.
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You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
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Required Documents
- Your DD-214 or Statement of Service shows if you qualify for Veterans' Preference, the Veterans Employment Opportunities Act of 1998 or the Veterans Opportunity to Work to Hire Heros Act. We prefer the member 4 copy of your DD-214.
- Your resume should include relevant work experience, applicable education and your contact information. For current or previous federal employees, include the pay plan, series and grade.
- Transcripts may support your qualifications for a federal job and can include high school, college or other schools.
Current or former federal employees must submit their most recent Notification of Personnel Action (SF-50 or equivalent).
Applicants with disabilities may be considered under special hiring procedures and must submit an appropriate certificate of eligibility when applying for this position. The proof or disability/certification may be issued by the State Vocational Rehabilitation Office, Disability Services or Career Services office of the applicant’s college or university, or the Department of Veterans Affairs. The letter must verify that the applicant has a severe disability and must be dated within three years of the date of the application. The program does not accept certification from health care providers. For more information contact the Library's Office of Equal Employment Opportunity at 202-707-6024 or email spp@loc.gov. FAILURE TO SUBMIT YOUR CERTIFICATION WILL CAUSE YOUR APPLICATION TO NOT BE CONSIDERED UNDER THE SELECTIVE PLACEMENT PROGRAM.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from
schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.