Physical Security Specialist (Locksmith)

Library of Congress; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The Library of Congress seeks highly talented professionals to join a vibrant security team in Washington, DC. The role emphasizes safeguarding valuable collections and coordinating security programs across multiple layers of protection.

Applicants should demonstrate practical experience with physical security standards, security systems, and strong communication skills beyond writing. The position requires collaborative engagement with staff and stakeholders to maintain a secure, accessible

Qualifications

• Knowledge of physical security standards, policies, and locksmithing practices.
• Knowledge of multi-layered security systems.
• Ability to exercise judgment and discretion.
• Ability to plan, organize, and execute work.
• Ability to interact collaboratively with others and provide liaison support to coordinate security programs.
• Ability to communicate effectively other than in writing.

Skills

Physical security knowledge

Security systems

Judgment and discretion

Planning & organizing

Collaborative liaison

Non-written communication

Job description

The Library of Congress shares its vast collections of books, manuscripts, photographs, maps, audiovisual materials, and priceless artifacts to cultivate curiosity and spark imagination. We engage, inspire, and inform Congress and the American people with a universal and enduring source of knowledge and creativity. We seek highly talented professionals to join a vibrant and collaborative community. Your work here will have lasting impact on the Library and its users well into the future.

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.

• Knowledge of physical security standards, policies, and locksmithing practices.
• ** Knowledge of multi-layered security systems.**
• Ability to exercise judgment and discretion.**
• Ability to plan, organize, and execute work.
• Ability to interact collaboratively with others and provide liaison support to coordinate security programs.
• Ability to communicate effectively other than in writing.