Educational Resources Specialist

Summary The position is located in the Informal Learning Office of the Center for Learning, Literacy and Engagement Division. The salary range indicated reflects the basic pay adjustment of the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area. This is a non-supervisory, bargaining unit position. The incumbent will work a full-time, flextime schedule. The position description number for this position is 467066. Relocation expenses will not be authorized for the person(s) selected under this vacancy announcement. Responsibilities The purpose of this position is to develop and manage the Library's onsite informal learning space. The incumbent oversees the daily operations of the Source conducts outreach efforts to engage youth and family audiences, managing activities programs and programs related to the informal learning space at the Library. Assist in planning, organizing, and managing the activities and daily operations of the Source for an informal learning space for youth and families. In consultation with Deputy Chief of ILO, develops volunteer and intern opportunities and coordinates with staff and volunteers to conduct and complete Source operations and activities. Provide the Chief and Deputy Chief of ILO with critical information, evaluations, reports, and/or recommendations that contribute to the effective operation of the Source. Assist in planning, designing, and evaluating educational projects and materials of the highest quality that meet established and/or proposed program objectives. Focuses on informal learning activities in the Source aligned with the strategic plan of the Library and the Center for Learning Literacy and Engagement. Collaborates with colleagues in ILO, Visitor Engagement, the Professional Learning and Outreach Initiatives (PLOI), Library services, and other relevant service units in the Library during the development phase and ensure alignment with the Center for Law, Energy & the Environment (CLEE) direction and approaches. Remains current on new technology and educational approaches. Helps optimize the use of existing resources and assists in planning for future resource needs. Serves as a recognized authority within the Library and to the public; in the development and implementation of major educational spaces at national level programs affecting large audiences with complex issues and challenges which are designed to meet specialized educational needs. These programs and projects often relate to learning in informal settings, literacy, and strategies for engaging young learners. Maintain established professional contacts with relevant practitioners, researchers, and others in the education and information science fields, museums, research organizations, and industry with whom the Library works on informal educational outreach initiatives. Develops and documents best practices in widely adopted implementations across the network. Serve as a liaison between key stakeholders and groups both internal and external to the Library for the Source operations and activities. Exercise delegated authority in accordance with Library regulations. In consultation with Chief and Deputy Chief of ILO, plans and executes major liaison activities supporting programs that impact many Library offices. Assist in developing and implementing plans designed to enhance relationships with targeted stakeholders. Assist in planning and conducting public meetings, briefings, and other constituent relations activities supporting the Source. As requested, assist to provide information for press releases and contributes to social media efforts related to Source programs and initiatives, and coordinates effectively with Communications Office officials. Collaborates with the Chief and Deputy Chief of ILO to provide advice and guidance on informal educational spaces for the Source. In collaboration with colleagues across the Library of Congress and CLLE partners to recommend short- and long-range planning guidance in accordance with broad program policies and objectives. Prepares guidance based on analyses of interrelated issues of effectiveness, efficiency, and productivity of substantive mission-oriented programs. Performs other duties as assigned. Requirements Conditions of Employment Note: this position requires occasional weekend and evening work. 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 K-16 educational curriculum, practices, and standards. Ability to perform outreach duties and services for programs and events. Ability to apply new and emerging technologies to the development and delivery of educational projects and/or programs. Ability to communicate in writing to support K-16 educational trainings, programs, and/or projects. Ability to communicate effectively other than in writing. Education There are no education requirements for this posting. 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 . 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 . 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 u201cNot to Exceed

Created: 2026-05-04