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Summary
This position is located in the Office of Communications, Chief of Staff, Office of the Librarian.
The position description number for this position is 436412.
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.
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Serves as managing editor of the Timeless blog, the Library's principal storytelling platform for social media communications with the public. Manages all aspects of the publication; conceives ideas for compelling and relevant stories about the institution's collections and activities; collaborates with senior-level managers and service unit officials on stories that explain Library missions, programs, collections, goals and priorities to a broad and diverse audience; and initiates long-range plans for editorial content that reflects the Library's overall objectives and engages the public.
Independently writes in-depth, engaging stories for multiple outlets within the Office of Communications, including the Timeless blog, the Library of Congress magazine and the Gazette. Researches, reports, analyzes and writes material that authoritatively explains often complex and potentially controversial policies, programs and issues to a diverse audience that includes the public, the Library's workforce, Congress and others. Examples include scientific research and preservation of collections; programs such as the National Film Registry and National Recording Registry; appearances by notable figures at Library events; or news involving the Library.
Solicits relevant submissions from contributors around the Library and evaluates submissions for the suitability of materials for publication on the Timeless blog and other platforms. Selects for publication those materials that fall within the scope of the publication's purpose and meet standards for the quality and timeliness of the work. For subject matter that falls within that scope, works with contributors to ensure submissions meet publication requirements.
Ensures that all content is appropriate, authoritative, timely and informative. Maintains a network of contributors and collaborators from across the institution and coordinates the work of writers, photographers, videographers and designers. Gathers appropriate photos, video and audio clips, maps and other design elements to illustrate stories. Manages publication of stories, video and images on the Timeless blog.
Serves as an authority on writing, editing, style and blog publishing practices for the Library and as a liaison to its workforce. Applies relevant Library publication practices; identifies and makes recommendations for changes in practices where needed. Ensures that the Timeless blog reflects the diversity of its readership and represents programs, services and personnel throughout the Library. Applies a strong understanding of the Library's mission, policies, structure, priorities, personnel and processes in production of OC materials.
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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.
Ability to edit materials for publication.**
Ability to communicate in writing.**
Ability to gather, comprehend, assimilate, interpret and convey information.**
Ability to interact collaboratively with others.
Ability to apply editorial style rules.
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.
The Library of Congress is the national library of the United States and is part of the Legislative Branch of the Federal government. As such, all positions are in the excepted service.
The Library reserves the right to fill a lesser or greater number of vacancies indicated during the life of this vacancy announcement.
Initial permanent appointments to the Library of Congress require completion of a one-year probationary period. Probationary periods served at other Federal agencies do not count toward this requirement.
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A "Not to Exceed" (NTE) status is used to identify an appointment with a specific ending date. However, the Library has the right to separate a NTE employee at any time due to either performance issues or budget constraints.
Are you a veteran? Please indicate the type of veterans' preference you are claiming in your application materials and/or applicant profile and provide the appropriate supporting documentation to validate your claim. Those applying for 5-point preference must submit Member Copy 4 of your DD 214. Those applying for 10-point preference must fill out an SF-15 (click here for the form) and provide the required documentation listed on the back of the form. If required supporting documentation is not attached, Veterans' Preference will not be considered in the application process.
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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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