Supervisory Archivist (Assistant Head, Preparation Section, Manuscript Division)

Job title: Supervisory Archivist (Assistant Head, Preparation Section, Manuscript Division) in Washington DC at Federal government of the United StatesCompany: Federal government of the United StatesJob description: SummaryThis position is located in the Preparation Section, Manuscript Division, Special Collections Directorate, Researcher & Collections Services.This is a supervisory, non-bargaining unit position.The position description number is 111416.The salary range reflects the locality pay for the Washington, DC metro area.This position requires occasional Saturday service in the Manuscript Reading Room.Relocation expenses will not be authorized for the person selected for this position.OverviewOpen & closing dates05/27/2025 to 06/17/2025Salary$120,579 - $156,755 per yearPay scale & gradeGS 13Location1 vacancy in the following location:Washington, DC 1 vacancyRemote jobNoTelework eligibleYes—as determined by the agency policy.Travel RequiredNot requiredRelocation expenses reimbursedNoAppointment typePermanent - PositionWork scheduleFull-time - Flexitime.ServiceExceptedPromotion potential13Job family (Series)Supervisory statusYesSecurity clearanceDrug testNoFinancial disclosureBargaining unit statusAnnouncement numberVAR003119Control number837597800This job is open toClarification from the agencyAnyone may apply - By law, employment at most U.S.

Government agencies, including the Library of Congress, is limited to U.S. citizens. However, non-citizens may be hired, provided that other legal requirements are met and the Library determines there are no qualified U.S.

citizens available for the position.DutiesAs part of one of the largest manuscript repositories in the United States and in the world, the Preparation Section is key to the Manuscript Division's mission of preparing for reader use material that encompasses the breadth and chronology of American history, including the papers of presidents, cabinet members, Supreme Court justices, writers, scientists, inventors, business leaders, reformers, and prominent non-governmental organizations.

The Assistant Head of the Preparation Section works under the general direction of the Head of the Section and is responsible for directing and training a group of employees in the processing of collections, housing and storing them, keeping records, providing reference assistance to the public, and handling and/or declassifying classified documents while complying with all applicable federal regulations.

The incumbent must have strong managerial and interpersonal skills and comprehensive knowledge of the principles and practices of archives.Directs the daily operations of staff in the processing of archival materials according to established procedures.

Performs extensive research in published sources to fill in significant gaps in information relating to the organization, description, and preservation of archives.

Makes recommendations relating to the bibliographic and documentation systems of the Division, including those made available on the Internet or by other electronic means.

Reviews for accuracy and relevance all categories of Division records and their dissemination within the Library and to the public.Responsible for the physical restoration/preservation of all manuscripts/other materials in the Division's custody.

Effects the recommendations of supervisors and specialists concerning materials that are to be restored/preserved/bound, and the particular method to be employed.Schedules the flow of this work to the Conservation Office and provides instructions and follow-up as necessary.

Recommends material for preservation reformatting and schedules and provides instructions for its reproduction. Manages the special equipment and supplies necessary to process and preserve collections.

Assures the proper controls and conditions for the housing and storage of collection material.Under the direction of the Head of the Preparation Section, executes the plans/operations of the section in creating and maintaining a uniform system of archival and bibliographic controls over all manuscripts and other material in the custody of the Division, and devises, recommends, approves, and/or directs procedures for accessioning and technical processing, conservation, and preservation of such material.Assists the Head of the Section in maintaining physical security of the Division's collections, including classified material, equipment and space.

Supervises the preparation and maintenance of official statistical work records in the section. Coordinates the preparation of registers, indexes, and other finding aids and controls that are developed in the Division.Provides expert advice on specialized preservation issues.

Surveys internal collections, identifying and inventorying groups of materials. Analyzes, determines, and prioritizes preservation needs.

Develops and proposes long-term strategies for the preservation of collections.Develops specifications and p