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Summary The Congressional Research Service (CRS) Office of Administrative Operations (OPS) is seeking a Program Management Assistant to provide administrative support to ensure sufficient operation of its Procurement and Administration Section. The position’s primary focus is on financial and administrative activities however, candidates must also be capable of providing support to various other areas of the Office. Responsibilities The Program Management Assistant performs a wide range of administrative support duties relating to information management; program coordination; logistical support; records management and the processing of administrative documents including some on-line systems such as the Library of Congress: 1) automated personnel processing system and staffing system, 2) financial/procurement systems, 3) facilities management system, and 4) travel system. Duties include: Creating and/or contributing to the creation of databases, spreadsheets, and other automated records for the purpose of documenting, tracking, monitoring, analyzing and presenting information. Facilitating the administrative coordination of a wide variety of financial and facilities activities. Performing data entry and other information and data management-related tasks using standard spreadsheet software, specialized databases, and/or automated tracking systems. Performing a variety of administrative support functions such as payroll, staffing, personnel actions, performance management, procurement, travel, training, timekeeping, and website management. Serving as a program contact and maintaining communication with CRS staff and managers to facilitate the coordination of administrative tasks and, serving as a contact person for customer problems, questions or concerns. Preparing a variety of routine written administrative documents. Serving as the custodian of office and/or section authoritative records. This position is not eligible for permanent remote telework. This is a non-supervisory, bargaining unit position. The tour of duty for this position is full-time. The position description number for this position is 371412 The incumbent of this position may elect to work a flexitime or compflex work schedule. CRS works exclusively for the United States Congress, providing policy and legal analysis to committees and Members of both the House and Senate, regardless of party affiliation. As a legislative branch agency within the Library of Congress (LC), CRS has been a valued and respected resource on Capitol Hill for nearly a century. CRS is well known for analysis that is authoritative, confidential, objective and nonpartisan. Its highest priority is to ensure that Congress has immediate access to the nation's best thinking on public policy issues of interest to its Members and committees. Relocation expenses will not be authorized for the person(s) selected under this vacancy announcement. Requirements Conditions of Employment Conditions of Employment Library of Congress employees are prohibited from using illegal drugs, including marijuana. The Library is part of the Federal Government and abides by federal law, so regardless of individual state or District of Columbia laws, marijuana use is illegal, considered criminal activity, and can affect your employment at the Library. In addition, past or current drug use and activities (e.g., selling or distributing) may deem you ineligible for employment. Qualifications 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. Ability to apply administrative processes and techniques in support of programs and activities** Ability to interact collaboratively with others** Ability to utilize computer technology** Ability to solve problems Ability to communicate effectively other than in writing Education Additional Information Although it is the Library's policy to afford the maximum pay benefit to employees when setting rates of pay, a new appointee who has had no previous Federal service will generally be paid at step one of the grade. The Library of Congress is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants must submit a complete application package that is received by the closing date of this announcement. Appointment/retention is subject to a favorable evaluation of an appropriate personnel security/suitability investigation. For more information, please see: Vetting Process This agency provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please email [email protected]. The decision on granting reasonable accommodation will be determined on a case-by-case basis. Applicants with disabilities may be considered under special hiring procedures and must submit an appropriate certificate of eligibility when applying for this position. The proof or disability/certification may be issued by the State Vocational Rehabilitation Office, Disability Services or Career Services office of the applicant’s college or university, or the Department of Veterans Affairs. The letter must verify that the applicant has a severe disability and must be dated within three years of the date of the application. Certification from health care providers are not accepted. For more information contact the Library's Office of Equal Employment Opportunity at 202-707-6024 or email [email protected]. FAILURE TO SUBMIT YOUR CERTIFICATION WILL CAUSE YOUR APPLICATION TO NOT BE CONSIDERED UNDER THE SELECTIVE PLACEMENT PROGRAM. The Library of Congress is the national library of the United States and is part of the Legislative Branch of the Federal government. As such, all positions are in the excepted service. The Library reserves the right to fill a lesser or greater number of vacancies indicated during the life of this vacancy announcement. Initial permanent appointments to the Library of Congress require completion of a one-year probationary period. Probationary periods served at other Federal agencies do not count toward this requirement. The Library of Congress may offer repayment for all or part of federally insured student loans. However, not all service units within the Library of Congress participates in the repayment of federally insured student loans. Therefore, determination to repay a federally insured student loan is subject to approval by the appropriate service unit. A “Not to Exceed" (NTE) status is used to identify an appointment with a specific ending date. However, the Library has the right to separate a NTE employee at any time due to either performance issues or budget constraints. Are you a veteran? Please indicate the type of veterans' preference you are claiming in your application materials and/or applicant profile and provide the appropriate supporting documentation to validate your claim. Those applying for 5-point preference must submit Member Copy 4 of your DD 214. Those applying for 10-point preference must fill out an SF-15 (click here for the form) and provide the required documentation listed on the back of the form. If required supporting documentation is not attached, Veterans' Preference will not be considered in the application process.