Smithsonian
Associate Director for Research Libraries (Washington)
Smithsonian - Washington, District Of Columbia, United States, 20019
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Job Description: Librarian at Smithsonian Libraries and Archives
The Smithsonian Institution (SI) is the world’s largest museum, education, and research complex, with 21 museums and the National Zoo. This position is in the Smithsonian Libraries and Archives (SLA). The Smithsonian Libraries and Archives gathers, organizes, and disseminates the records and history of the Institution to support its research, curatorial, exhibition, publication, public service, and education programs. Basic Qualification Requirements:
All librarians
must
meet the requirements for professional education in library science or possess equivalent experience and education. Option A:
Completion of 1 full academic year of graduate study in library science in an accredited college or university, in addition to completion of all work required for a bachelor’s degree. Option B:
A total of at least 5 years of a combination of college-level education, training, and experience. To qualify on this basis, the applicant must demonstrate that the education, training, and experience provided knowledge of the theories, principles, and techniques of professional librarianship; familiarity with literature resources; and the abilities essential for providing effective library and information services. In addition to the basic qualification, candidates must also meet the specialized experience and/or education requirements below: GS-14 Level:
Experience:
You qualify if you have one year of specialized experience at least equivalent to the GS-13 level in the Federal Service.
Specialized experience includes:
supervising and overseeing strategic planning, collection development, and management of programs, personnel, and activities responsible for contributing to digital transformation, managing geographically dispersed physical locations, collections, and service points to meet evolving research needs. Experience includes paid and unpaid work, volunteer work through programs like Peace Corps, AmeriCorps, or other organizations. Volunteer work helps develop critical skills and provides valuable training. Credit is given for all qualifying experience, including volunteer work. Part-time and unpaid experience will be considered; please specify hours worked per week. Alternatively, education and experience can be combined to meet qualifications. For details, see the
Qualification Standards . For foreign education, provide transcripts and proof of U.S. accreditation.
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The Smithsonian Institution (SI) is the world’s largest museum, education, and research complex, with 21 museums and the National Zoo. This position is in the Smithsonian Libraries and Archives (SLA). The Smithsonian Libraries and Archives gathers, organizes, and disseminates the records and history of the Institution to support its research, curatorial, exhibition, publication, public service, and education programs. Basic Qualification Requirements:
All librarians
must
meet the requirements for professional education in library science or possess equivalent experience and education. Option A:
Completion of 1 full academic year of graduate study in library science in an accredited college or university, in addition to completion of all work required for a bachelor’s degree. Option B:
A total of at least 5 years of a combination of college-level education, training, and experience. To qualify on this basis, the applicant must demonstrate that the education, training, and experience provided knowledge of the theories, principles, and techniques of professional librarianship; familiarity with literature resources; and the abilities essential for providing effective library and information services. In addition to the basic qualification, candidates must also meet the specialized experience and/or education requirements below: GS-14 Level:
Experience:
You qualify if you have one year of specialized experience at least equivalent to the GS-13 level in the Federal Service.
Specialized experience includes:
supervising and overseeing strategic planning, collection development, and management of programs, personnel, and activities responsible for contributing to digital transformation, managing geographically dispersed physical locations, collections, and service points to meet evolving research needs. Experience includes paid and unpaid work, volunteer work through programs like Peace Corps, AmeriCorps, or other organizations. Volunteer work helps develop critical skills and provides valuable training. Credit is given for all qualifying experience, including volunteer work. Part-time and unpaid experience will be considered; please specify hours worked per week. Alternatively, education and experience can be combined to meet qualifications. For details, see the
Qualification Standards . For foreign education, provide transcripts and proof of U.S. accreditation.
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