Supervisory Librarian, Head, Reference and Instruction (VAR003349)

at Library of Congress (view profile)
Published May 6, 2026
Location District of Columbia, Washington D.C.
Category Public or Governmental  
Job Type Full-time  
Apply Here https://www.loc.gov/item/careers/supervisory-librarian-head-reference-and-instruction-vacancyvar003349/
Minimum Compensation in Local Currency $169,279.00
Maximum Compensation in Local Currency $197,200.00
Hourly or Salary? Salary
Pay Grade GS-15

Description

  • Opening Date: May 6, 2026
  • Closing Date: May 27, 2026
  • OPM Control Number: 867993400
  • Vacancy Number: VAR003349
  • LC Organization Unit: Congressional Research Service
  • Grade: GS-15
  • Series: 1410
  • Minimum Salary: $169,279.00 per year
  • Maximum Salary: $197,200.00 per year
  • Availability: Open to All
  • Telework Eligibility: Hybrid

The ideal candidate will have experience managing reference and legal research services in a fast-paced environment; knowledge of reference and legal research sources, in particular those related to legislative, legal, and public policy analysis; and knowledge of information research methodologies. A critical responsibility is the review of responses and reports produced by the section to ensure that they meet the high standards expected of CRS products and services. The section head works collaboratively with staff across CRS as well as other parts of the Library of Congress on information requests/projects and to resolve issues.