[Job-Listings] Employment Opportunity: Assistive Technology Specialist: NLS: Full-time - Flextime; Washington, DC
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>Assistive Technology Specialist
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>Legislative Branch
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><https://www.usajobs.gov/job/826918400#agency-modal-trigger>Library
>of Congress
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>Summary
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>The position serves as an Assistive Technology
>Specialist which is located in the Patron
>Engagement Section of the Patron and Network
>Engagement Division in the National Library
>Service for the Blind and Print Disabled in the
>Library Collections and Services Group. The
>position reports directly to the section head.
>Is an expert in assistive technologies available
>to blind, visually impaired, physically disabled
>and reading disabled individuals, focusing on reading and information access.
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>public
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><https://help.usajobs.gov/working-in-government/unique-hiring-paths/public>U.S.
>Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.
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>Clarification from the agency
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>Anyone may apply - By law, employment at most
>U.S. Government agencies, including the Library
>of Congress, is limited to U.S. citizens.
>However, non-citizens may be hired, provided
>that other legal requirements are met and the
>Library determines there are no qualified U.S.
>citizens available for the position.
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>Duties
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> * Serves as an expert in assistive
> technology, advises NLS and network on use and
> appropriateness of the spectrum of assistive
> technologies as they relate to reading and
> information access by people with print
> disabilities. Keeps current on changes and advances in assistive technologies.
> * Provides periodic briefings on various
> aspects of assistive technology and information
> access; consults with network library staff on
> specific situations regarding information
> access. Presents in-depth information to NLS
> and its network at conferences, webinars and
> other venues in order to keep staff apprised of
> advances and changes in options for patrons.
> * Works directly with NLS management in
> planning program delivery, enhancements and
> innovations. Provides in-depth analysis of the
> need for and role of assistive technology in
> the NLS program, including both internal and outward-facing aspects.
> * Plans and carries out demonstrations of a
> variety of approaches to complex access and use
> requirements for people with a spectrum of
> disabilities. Coordinates closely with
> specialists to plan and produce best practices
> and effective training for NLS products and
> services. Creates training materials and writes
> documentation pertaining to assistive
> technology or mainstream accessible technology.
> * Leads projects to test NLS systems and
> products for usability by people with print
> disabilities, including software system
> development for internal NLS use, and use by
> NLS contractors, network libraries and patrons.
> Ensures accessibility and usability of all NLS
> systems and products both internal and outward-facing.
> * Tracks product development to ensure
> accessibility throughout the entire development
> cycle. Manages or supports NLS beta tests and
> conducts focus groups. Works with the Library
> to ensure the accessibility of systems used by staff with disabilities.
> * Performs other duties as assigned.
> * The position description number for this position is 425176.
> * The salary range indicated reflects the
> locality pay adjustments for the Washington, D.C., Metropolitan area.
> * This is a bargaining, non-supervisory position.
> * The incumbent of this position will work a Flextime work schedule.
> * This is a non-supervisory, bargaining unit
> position (AFSCME Local 2910).
> * Relocation expenses will not be authorized
> for the person(s) selected under this vacancy announcement.
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>Requirements
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>Conditions of Employment
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>Conditions of Employment
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>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.
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>This is not a remote position.
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>Qualifications
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>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 conduct user research,
> usability testing, and software development.**
> * Ability to interact collaboratively with
> others in providing consultation, advice and/or liaison services.**
> * Knowledge of assistive technology used by
> people with print related disabilities.**
> * Ability to plan, organize, and coordinate work.
> * Ability to communicate in writing.
> * Ability to communicate effectively other than in writing.
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>Additional information
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>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.
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>The Library of Congress is an equal opportunity
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>see:<https://www.loc.gov/careers/working-at-the-library/frequently-asked-questions/vetting-personnel-at-the-library/>Vetting
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>Current or former federal employees must submit
>their most recent Notification of Personnel Action (SF-50 or equivalent).
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>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. The program
>does not accept certification from health care
>providers. For more information contact the
>Library's Office of Equal Employment Opportunity
>and Diversity Programs at 202-707-6024 or email
><mailto:spp at loc.gov>spp at loc.gov. FAILURE TO
>SUBMIT YOUR CERTIFICATION WILL CAUSE YOUR
>APPLICATION TO NOT BE CONSIDERED UNDER THE SELECTIVE PLACEMENT PROGRAM.
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>Overview
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> * Accepting applications
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>· Open & closing dates
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> 01/06/2025 to 02/04/2025
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>$117,962 - $153,354 per year
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>· Pay scale & grade
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>GS 13
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>· Telework eligible
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>Permanent - Position
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>Full-time - Flextime
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