Librarian (Reference)

Summary

The Library of Congress shares its vast collections of books, manuscripts, photographs, maps, audiovisual materials, and priceless artifacts to cultivate curiosity and spark imagination. We engage, inspire, and inform Congress and the American people with a universal and enduring source of knowledge and creativity.We seekhighly talentedprofessionals to join a vibrant and collaborative community. Your work here will have lasting impact on theLibraryand its users well into the future.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 the principles, concepts, and techniques of library science and music librarianship. **Knowledge of integrated library systems and other technology tools relevant to performing arts collections. **Knowledge of the history and literature of music. **Ability to provide reference and research services in the performing arts.Ability to communicate in writing.Ability to interact collaboratively with others.Ability to communicate effective other than in writing.#J-18808-Ljbffr

Job Description

The Library of Congress shares its vast collections of books, manuscripts, photographs, maps, audiovisual materials, and priceless artifacts to cultivate curiosity and spark imagination. We engage, inspire, and inform Congress and the American people with a universal and enduring source of knowledge and creativity.We seekhighly talentedprofessionals to join a vibrant and collaborative community. Your work here will have lasting impact on theLibraryand its users well into the future.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 the principles, concepts, and techniques of library science and music librarianship. **Knowledge of integrated library systems and other technology tools relevant to performing arts collections. **Knowledge of the history and literature of music. **Ability to provide reference and research services in the performing arts.Ability to communicate in writing.Ability to interact collaboratively with others.Ability to communicate effective other than in writing.#J-18808-Ljbffr