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Program Assistant (VAR003311)

Library of Congress
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Program Assistant (Vacancy#: VAR003311)

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  • Opening Date: April 16, 2026
  • Closing Date: May 18, 2026
  • OPM Control Number: 865509700
  • Vacancy Number: VAR003311
  • LC Organization Unit: Library Collections and Services Group
  • Grade: GS-07
  • Series: 0303
  • Minimum Salary: $57,736.00
  • Maximum Salary: $75,059.00
  • Availability: Open to All
  • Telework Eligibility: Hybrid

This position is in the National Library Service for the Blind and Print Disabled, Library Collections and Services Group.

As a Program Assistant, the incumbent will perform both administrative, programmatic and project related duties for the divisions.  The position will manages all aspects of the travel and training process in a successful and timely manner to ensure that staff can meet the division and directorate goals; review and edit written material for various audiences; coordinates all logistics for various board meetings, including scheduling rooms and ensuring the proper AV equipment, technical support, seating, and table arrangements are completed on time; and assists with drafting recommendations to resolve problems of program effectiveness, efficiency, operations, or support by identifying sources of information and providing analysis of relevant factors.

Qualifications include:
Ability to apply administrative processes and techniques.**

Ability to communicate in writing.**

Ability to utilize computer technology.**

Ability to plan, prioritize, organize, and execute work.

Ability to interact collaboratively with others.

Ability to communicate effectively other than in writing.

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