Librarian (Africa Section)

This position is located in the Africa Section, African, Latin American and Western European Division, Acquisitions and Bibliographic Access Directorate, Discovery and Preservation Services. The position description number for this position is 457104. The salary range indicated reflects the locality pay adjustments for the Washington, D.C., Metropolitan area. The incumbent of this position will work a flextime work schedule. This is a non-supervisory, bargaining unit position.

**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 communicate in English and French.** Knowledge of library metadata rules, practices, and procedures.** Ability to acquire and process library materials.** Ability to use library software applications, integrated library platforms, and other information technology.** Ability to communicate in writing. Knowledge of history, politics, literature, and culture of West African and South African countries where French and Portugese are spoken. Ability to develop and maintain relationships and provide consultation and liaison services. Ability to communicate effectively other than in writing.