This job originated on www.usajobs.gov. For the full announcement and to apply, visit www.usajobs.gov/job/518006500. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.
The position is located in the Concert Office, Music Division, Collections and Services Directorate in Library Services at the Library of Congress. The purpose of this position is to provide processing, recording, preservation and duplication services (including analog-to digital transfers) in support of concerts and other public programs in the Library.
Learn more about this agency11/29/2018 to 12/14/2018
$51,630 - $67,114 per year
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1 vacancy in the following location:
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Anyone may apply - By law, employment at most U.S. Government agencies, including the Library of Congress, is limited to U.S. citizens. However, non-citizens may be hired, provided that other legal requirements are met and the Library determines there are no qualified U.S. citizens available for the position.
The position reports to the Chief, Music Division. The Library maintains a fully equipped studio to handle the processing, recording and duplication of these materials.
The position description number for this position is 381233.
The salary range indicated reflects the locality pay adjustments for the Washington, D.C., Metropolitan area.
The incumbents of these positions will work a flextime work schedule and some nights and weekends.
This is a non-supervisory, bargaining unit position.
Relocation expenses will not be authorized for the person(s) selected under this vacancy announcement.
Performs routine playback and recording of professional equipment, media, and systems used in audio, video, and audio/visual recording, preservation, and production work. Produces simple predetermined productions that present factual information with minimal use of sound effects. Interprets the aural and visual displays from video projectors, video display displays, television sets, and audio monitors.
Works in the "live" audio and video recording of concerts and musical productions, theatrical, poetry, and literary events, and in the provision of live signal feeds for broadcasting via remote pickup or line feed. May also provide simultaneous signal mixes for these purposes in addition to mixing monitor foldback for cue and sound reinforcement to the house audience. Works remote site events and the LC studio productions.
Adheres to budget breakdowns on individual productions, allocating priorities to and utilizing resources available to complete the production. Provides basic technical support as part of the actual performance of a program, concert, performance or other special event. Holds technical rehearsals for poets, lecturers, speakers and performers. Attends rehearsals of world famous musicians and musical groups who perform in the Coolidge Auditorium, Whittall Pavilion, or other locations in the Library, answers questions concerning the support systems under his/her control and interacts directly with artists when required to do so.
In order to produce well-balanced musical and other recordings of these events, the audiovisual specialist draws upon his/her knowledge of the type of group, the instrumentation, the selections being performed, may listen to other recordings made by the artist(s), and considers other information when making pre-set technical arrangements for the event. Frequently these pre-set conditions are actual performance sets and are vitally important. Works in the production of interviews with musicians, artists, poets, lecturers, speakers, prominent persons, and others held as an extension of programs. Rehearses participants, previews scripts, directs recording continuity, supervises re-takes, and performs post production work on such recordings. Works in the post-production of recordings of actors, literary figures, musicians, and others, interacting with composers, performers, authors, publishers, etc. to produce final tailored programs which meet or exceed industry production standards.
Manages production and manufacture of recordings. Manages creative design and copy execution of product packaging for CD and cassette box sets, single CDs and cassettes, and other special packages. Manages all pre-press production, including film prep, random proofs, bluelines, color proofs, and press checks. Prepares accurate and concise manufacturing specifications for the production of recording packages. Develops and maintains vendor and project computer databases – project unit costs, location of material components, and promotional contacts.
Develops content of and produces videodiscs. Identifies the techniques and methods necessary to film, edit, and transfer photographs to videodiscs. Tests original images to determine color and format guidelines. Works with laboratory technicians in film-to-transfer sessions, recommending procedures to insure correct color balance, alignment, and computer graphics and frame accuracy. Maintains filming equipment and ensures that preventive maintenance and repair work are completed in a timely and complete fashion. Coordinates with other staff members responsible for archival processing to meet production goals.
Utilizes skill in modifying or adapting standard practices and procedures to resolve technical or interpersonal difficulties that arise during production. This includes knowledge of processes, methodologies, personnel, equipment, ad related requirements involved in planning and carrying out steps necessary to produce well-precedented kinds of audiovisual productions, coordinate activities and make normal kinds of administrative and logistical arrangements.
Works with performers, musicians, lecturers, as well as Library Special Events staff before and during the event or performance to ensure success of the event.
No additional requirements to those listed above.
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.
Ability to provide audiovisual production services.**
Ability to manage production of recordings.**
Ability to resolve production issues and problems.**
Knowledge of audiovisual production and post production methods and techniques.**
Ability to communicate effectively other than in writing.
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 the minimum step of the grade.
The Library of Congress is an equal opportunity employer. Women, minorities, and persons with disabilities who meet eligibility requirements are strongly encouraged to apply.
Applicants must submit a complete application package that is received by the closing date of this announcement.
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 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 certificate of disability must verify that the applicant has a severe disability and may be issued by a State Vocational Rehabilitation Office, a Disability Services or Career Services Office of the applicant's college or university, or the Department of Veterans Affairs. The date of certification must be within three (3) years of the vacancy closing date and must be submitted with your application. For more information contact the Library's Office of Equal Employment Opportunity and Diversity Programs 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.
Appointment/retention is subject to a favorable evaluation of an appropriate personnel security/suitability investigation.
The Library reserves the right to fill a lesser or greater number of vacancies indicated during the life of this vacancy announcement.
Initial appointments, permanent or indefinite, to the Library of Congress require completion of a one-year probationary period.
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.
For more information regarding eligibility requirements, please see the Library of Congress Merit Selection Plan, Section X.D, at: http://www.loc.gov/hr/employment/msp010909.pdf.
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
The Library of Congress evaluates applicants through an applicant questionnaire and a structured interview. Applicants may also be screened for some jobs through licensing, certification, and/or education requirements, a narrative/application review, and/or a preliminary telephone interview. The knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAs) that are marked with a double asterisk (**) in the vacancy announcement and the applicant questionnaire are considered the most critical for a position. To be considered for final selection, applicants must demonstrate fully acceptable experience in these designated KSAs in the narrative/application review, preliminary telephone and/or full structured interview. The various assessment tools listed above are designed to verify or explore applicants' experience, knowledge, and training directly related to the job in order to identify the best qualified applicants for selection.
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Current or former federal employees must submit their most recent Notification of Personnel Action (SF-50 or equivalent). Disabled applicants claiming Selective Placement eligibility must submit proof of disability and a certification of job readiness. If Selective Placement is applicable to you, you will not be considered without submitting this documentation.
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
Please carefully follow all instructions under the How to Apply tab to ensure you are considered for the position.
You are required to apply online for this announcement. We are unable to accept mailed or emailed documents. You must complete the entire application process, including submission of all documents BEFORE this announcement closes. To do so, complete the following steps.
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Please review our evaluation process under Evaluation. You may check the status of your application for this position at any time by logging onto the USAJOBS "My USAJOBS" tab and clicking on "My Applications." You will receive final notification via e-mail when the vacancy has been filled.
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This job originated on www.usajobs.gov. For the full announcement and to apply, visit www.usajobs.gov/job/518006500. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.
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