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Educational Outreach Specialist
Location:
Washington, DC
Description:
Summary This position is located in the Kluge Center, Researcher and Collections Services. The position description number for this position is 454405. 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. This is a non-supervisory, bargaining unit position. Relocation expenses will not be authorized for the person(s) selected under this vacancy announcement. Responsibilities Working with the Director and program managers on assigned programs and projects, the incumbent assists in the management and implementation of the educational outreach initiatives of the Kluge Center, including events, scholarly workshops, conferences, and other meetings, both public and private, in order to help to meet the educational mission of the Kluge Center to the U.S. Congress, the scholarly community, and the public. The incumbent works effectively and collaboratively with units throughout the agency (Communications, Events, and others) to coordinate and implement efforts to meet the Kluge Center's educational and outreach objectives. Maintains the Kluge Center's portfolio of relationships with alumni and with national and international scholarly organizations and associations that represent each of the major disciplines and fields of study within the humanities and social sciences. Works with the program managers and with the Writer-Editor to promote and disseminate the research and educational opportunities offered by the Kluge Center to scholars, including through occasional travel and attendance at conferences. Plans and conducts joint and collaborative programs, including alumni and advisory meetings, with the purpose of advancing the Kluge Center's objectives. Undertakes or participates in special projects, ongoing analyses, investigations, and initiatives as assigned by the Director and program managers. Aids in the preparation of print and electronic materials and communications to create and maintain relationships with each of the key constituencies (alumni, academic institutions, scholarly associations). Maintains and updates relevant sections of the Kluge Center's databases, e.g., alumni, academic institutions, and scholarly associations. Regularly schedule and manage meetings of alumni advisors, working with the Director to develop agendas, issue invitations, keep records, and follow up on action items. Works with the Director and program managers to gather, track, and report quantitative and qualitative data to aid in the evaluation of the effectiveness of educational programs, outreach activities, and other Kluge Center priorities. Documents findings and assembles data and information for strategic planning and management decisions on educational programs and outreach efforts to be undertaken, changed, or discontinued. In collaboration with senior specialist, recommend improvements for current and proposed programs and operations to improve operational efficiency and effectiveness in meeting goals and objectives. Works with the Director to devise and develop detailed plans, goals, and objectives for the long-range implementation and administration of Kluge Center educational programs and outreach efforts. Contributes to internal assessment efforts and agency quarterly and annual reporting regarding goals, targets, and milestones and provides assistance for foundation and other donor reporting as needed. Assists in the compiling and providing quantitative measurements and metrics regarding educational outreach work, for use in tracking Key Performance Indicators and other measures of success for the Kluge Center. 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. Ability to coordinate educational outreach initiatives. * Ability to provide program assessment and oversight. * Ability to perform liaison activities in support of programs and projects.** Ability to communicate in writing to support educational outreach initiatives. Ability to communicate effectively other than in writing. Education 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. Women, minorities, and persons with disabilities who meet eligibility requirements are strongly encouraged to apply. 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 XXXX@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 EEO/Diversity Programs at 202-707-XXXX or email XXXX@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. The Library of Congress may offer repayment for all or part of federally insured student loans. However, not all service units within the Library of Congress participates in the repayment of federally insured student loans. Therefore, determination to repay a federally insured student loan is subject to approval by the appropriate service unit. 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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