Production/AV Specialist

Duties: HelpThis position is located in the Center for Exhibitions and Interpretation (CEI) for the Office of the Librarian and supports the Exhibits Office (EO) as a hybrid Production/AV Specialist position assisting in the development, installation and maintenance of media initiatives for Library of Congress exhibitions as well as exhibit installation and fabrication. As the Production/AV Specialist, you will: Assist the Digital Projects Coordinator with maintaining and troubleshooting AV components in exhibit spaces including maintaining an inventory of AV components and ordering replacement or new supplies as needed. Support the Exhibits Office with reviewing exhibit designs relative to AV components and reviews findings or concerns with the Digital Projects Coordinator and/or Production Officer. Fabricate conventional exhibit items/structures based on detailed specifications. Utilize knowledge of various materials and techniques that fulfill design and conservation requirements for artifact and object display. Install various exhibit elements and parts based on detailed specifications. All installations conform to applicable code. Must keep apprised of current artifact conservation techniques as they pertain to exhibit installation. Corrects damaging situations when found or reported. Perform the monitoring of temperature and humidity in various galleries, reporting any significant changes to supervisor. Perform all phases of surface finishing or applications based on prescribed specifications. Apply finishing materials and uses solvents and adhesives. The finishing materials applied include roller-applied paint, spray paint, brush-on finishes, laminates and textiles. Apply labels, photographs, and artifacts on plaques, panels, walls, bases, pedestals, or in display cases. Perform other duties related to the work of the Exhibits Office and in support of other Library activities as required. Perform routine exhibit maintenance and/or coordinates exhibit maintenance activities. Makes daily checks of the Library's exhibition spaces. Report major problems to the Team Leader and recommends solutions to the problems identified. Determines required tasks based on established maintenance procedures and guidelines provided by supervisor. Perform regular maintenance, such as cleaning, repairing, and upgrading existing exhibits. The position description number for this position is 470686.The salary range indicated reflects the locality pay adjustments for the Washington, D.C., Metropolitan area. The incumbent of this position will work a Flexitime 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.

Requirements: HelpConditions 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. The work requires some physical exertion such as preparing gallery spaces, including light construction, moving and lifting objects, repair: provides service in cutting and assembling mats and frames. The work may require special safety precautions and the use of personal protective equipment, such as hard hats, safety glasses, protective masks, gowns, goggles, gloves, or boots.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENT: After an offer of employment has been made and before commencement of duties, the selectee MUST be physically qualified by the Library's Health Office. A physical examination is required every three (3) years to perform the work of the position.

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 the development, production, and installation of Audio Visual (AV) media, multimedia, and interactive components of AV media for exhibitions or other public displays.Knowledge of the techniques and materials used in the fabrication and installation of exhibit components for museum-quality exhibitions.Ability to handle a variety of valuable and sometimes fragile objects using approved museum/conservation techniques.**Ability to interact collaboratively with others to provide liaison services. Ability to research and analyze information technology issues and programs as it relates to audio visual media. Skill in the use and maintenance of tools and machinery and a variety of building and archival materials for the production of exhibit components. Ability to manage a diverse workload and to work simultaneously on exhibitions and projects with numerous deadlines. Ability to communicate effectively other than in writing.

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 ADA@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 Equal Employment Opportunity at 202-707-6024 or email spp@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. Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.