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Library Assistant (Circulation)

Judicial Branch
Supreme Court of the United States

Summary

This is a full-time position with the Library at the Supreme Court of the United States in Washington, D.C.

Closing Date: Monday, 07/20/2026, 11:59 PM ET

Please note that this vacancy has a limit of 200 applicants. The job opportunity announcement will automatically close if that limit is reached prior to the closing date.

Overview

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Accepting applications
Posted today · Apply by 07/20/26
Due by 11:59 p.m. ET on July 20, 2026
This job will close when we have received 200 applications which may be sooner than the closing date. Learn more
Location
2 vacancies in the following location:
Work site options
Telework eligible
No
Remote job
No
Relocation expenses reimbursed
No
Salary
$51,957 - $75,059 per year

depending upon qualifications

Pay scale & grade
GG 6
Promotion potential
7
Pay scale and grade determines the salary of the job.
Work schedule
Full-time
Travel Required
Not required
Appointment type
Term - Two Years
Occupations and job series
Supervisory status
No
Federal service type
This job is in the Excepted Service
Represented by a union
No
Drug test
No
Security clearance
Not Required
Financial disclosure required
No
Some jobs require financial disclosure to identify conflicts of interests.
Announcement number
SCOTUS-13000180-LIB
Control number
875419800

This job is open to

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Clarification from the agency

United States Citizens Only

Duties

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Two-year term appointment. The Library Assistant (Circulation) retrieves, charges and delivers materials to library patrons and performs other associated clerical, library circulation, interlibrary loan, electronic document delivery and document scanning functions. Operates automated library circulation system including: patron record creation, item record creation, electronic book charging and discharging and trouble shooting. Works as part of departmental team maintaining in-house and remote book collections, including shelving and routing. Driving will be required to perform departmental duties.

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

  • U.S. Citizenship
  • Meet Experience Requirements (see Qualifications)
  • Employment is subject to successful completion of a security background check.
  • If you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959, you must certify that you have registered with the Selective Service System, or are exempt from having to do so under the Selective Service Law. See: www.sss.gov

Qualifications

Ability to lift 50 pounds required, as well as ability to operate manual and electric carts. Experience with automated library circulation system and automated bibliographic databases preferred. Proficiency with broad range of software, including Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat, required. A valid driver's license and a good driving record is required to drive Court vehicles.

Education

A high school diploma and at least two years library work experience is required. A Bachelor's degree is preferred.

Additional information

Working for the Supreme Court of the United States offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes, in part, paid vacation, sick leave, holidays, life insurance, health benefits, and participation in the Federal Employees Retirement System. Additional benefits include flexible spending accounts, long-term care insurance, and the SmartBenefits transit subsidy.

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.

How you will be evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

We will review and assess your application package in comparison with the posted qualifications for the position.

Supreme Court of the United States

Agency contact information

Human Resources Office
Phone
(202) 479-3404
Email
hr@supremecourt.gov
Address
Supreme Court of the United States
1 First Street NE
Washington, DC 20543
US

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https://www.supremecourt.gov

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