Librarian (Reference) (VAR003446)

Digital Library Federation; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 71,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

Digital Library Federation seeks a knowledgeable staff member for Reader Services in the Music Division of Special Collections. This role supports reference services for music, theater, and dance, handling digitized materials and specialized collections.

The position reports to the Head of Reader Services and requires expertise in digital reference and music documentation, with hybrid telework eligibility and full-time employment in Washington, DC.

Responsibilities

• Located in Reader Services Section, Music Division, Special Collections Directorate. The Music Division serves as the library's gateway to music-related collections and reference services.
• The incumbent may be an authority in a specialized field of music and is an expert in digital reference service.

Job description

• Opening Date: August 28, 2026
• Closing Date: September 11, 2026
• OPM Control Number: 882575500
• Vacancy Number: VAR003446
• LC Organization Unit: Researcher and Collection Services
• Grade: GS-09
• Series: 1410
• Minimum Salary: $70,623.00 per year
• Maximum Salary: $91,815.00 per year
• Work Schedule: Full-time - Flexitime
• Promotion Potential: GS-12
• Duty Location: Washington, DC
• Security Clearance: Other
• Availability: Open to All
• Telework Eligibility: Hybrid

This position is located inReader Services Section, Music Division, Special Collections Directorate, Researcher and Collections Services.The Music Division in the Special Collections Directorate is the Library's primary gateway to collections and reference services on music, theater, and dance. The Music Division houses both a general collection of individually cataloged material and over 800 named special collections. These collections include scores, correspondence, writings, business papers, iconography, and musical instruments. The incumbent reports directly to the Head, Reader Services Section. The incumbent may be an authority in a specialized field of music and is an expert in digital reference service.