Librarian (Africa Section)(Vacancy#:VAR003300)
| Published | April 17, 2026 |
| Location | Washington D.C., Washington D.C. |
| Category | Public or Governmental |
| Job Type | Full-time |
| Apply Here | https://www.loc.gov/item/careers/librarian-africa-sectionvacancyvar003300/ |
| Minimum Compensation in Local Currency | $70,623 |
| Maximum Compensation in Local Currency | $ 91,815 |
| Hourly or Salary? | Salary |
Description

- Opening Date: April 16, 2026
- Closing Date: April 30, 2026
- OPM Control Number: 865282300
- Vacancy Number: VAR003300
- LC Organization Unit: Discovery and Preservation Services
- Grade: GS-09
- Series: 1410
- Minimum Salary: $70,623.00 per year
- Maximum Salary: $ 91,815.00 per year
- Availability: Open to All
- Telework Eligibility: Hybrid
This position is located in the Africa Section, African, Latin American and Western European Division, Acquisitions and Bibliographic Access Directorate, Discovery and Preservation Services.
It is a hybrid librarian position that combines major duties from both the acquisitions specialist and the cataloger. There is a foreign language requirement for this position (French).
Qualifications include:
Ability to communicate in English and French.**
Knowledge of library metadata rules, practices, and procedures.**
Ability to acquire and process library materials.**
Ability to use library software applications, integrated library platforms, and other information technology.**
Ability to communicate in writing. Knowledge of history, politics, literature, and culture of West African and South African countries where French and Portuguese are spoken.
Ability to develop and maintain relationships and provide consultation and liaison services.
Ability to communicate effectively other than in writing.
