This position is located in the American Folklife Center (AFC), Special Collections Directorate, Researcher and Collection Services (RCS) in the Library Collections and Services Group (LCSG). This is a non-supervisory, bargaining unit position. The position description number for this position is 446809. The salary range indicated reflects the locality pay adjustments for the Washington, D.C., Metropolitan area. The incumbent of this position will work a flextime work schedule.  

Duties

Analyzes and arranges bodies of records some of which are disorganized, demonstrating knowledge of archival theory and practice in planning and carrying out their organization and description. Possesses understanding of scholarly research and documentation practices, and uses basic knowledge of archival theory and practice to conduct scholarly research to process and describe archival collections.

Requirements

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 curation and descriptive tools, information technologies and integrated library systems to support archival functions.** Knowledge of the principles, concepts, and techniques of archival work, including analysis, organization, and description of archival material.** Knowledge of folklife, ethnomusicology, documentary studies, oral history and/or other related subject areas to process and describe archival collections.** Ability to build and maintain professional relationships and provide liaison services. Ability to perform preservation duties. Ability to communicate effectively other than in writing.

Education

There are no education requirements for this post.

Contacts

• Address LIBRARY OF CONGRESS 101 Independence Ave SE, Washington, DC 20540 Washington, District of Columbia 20540 United States
• Name: Customer Service Center
• Phone: 202-707-5620
• Email: [email protected]