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Librarian (Africa Section)(Vacancy#:VAR003300)

Digital Library Federation, Washington, District of Columbia, United States


Opening Date : April 16, 2026
Closing Date : April 30, 2026
OPM Control Number : 865282300
Vacancy Number : VAR003300
LC Organization Unit : Discovery and Preservation Services
Grade : GS-09
Series : 1410
Minimum Salary : $70,623.00 per year
Maximum Salary : $ 91,815.00 per year
Availability : Open to All
Telework Eligibility : Hybrid
This position is located in the Africa Section, African, Latin American and Western European Division, Acquisitions and Bibliographic Access Directorate, Discovery and Preservation Services. It is a hybrid librarian position that combines major duties from both the acquisitions specialist and the cataloger. There is a foreign language requirement for this position (French). Qualifications include: Ability to communicate in English and French.**

Knowledge of library metadata rules, practices, and procedures.**

Ability to acquire and process library materials.**

Ability to use library software applications, integrated library platforms, and other information technology.**

Ability to communicate in writing. Knowledge of history, politics, literature, and culture of West African and South African countries where French and Portuguese are spoken.

Ability to develop and maintain relationships and provide consultation and liaison services.

Ability to communicate effectively other than in writing.
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