Total 2 job vacancies by Library of Congress

Under the supervision of the OCIO Communications Officer, the incumbent works to prepare and edit written materials to support internal and external communication efforts for the Office of the Chief Information Officer (OCIO) at the Library of Congress.  These materials include, but are not limited to, articles, fact sheets, talking points, speeches, blogs, emails, PowerPoint presentations, graphics, brochures, and website copy.

Serves as the central researcher, writer, editor, proofreader, and production coordinator for the OCIO Weekly Byte newsletter, and other weekly, monthly, and annual deliverables. 

Serves as a technical authority in the production of written publications and other products. Develops and accurately synthesizes final copy based on material submitted by subject matter experts from across the agency. Reviews work of others for editorial quality, consistency, and compliance with established style, format, and content. Ensures that the language used is appropriate for the stated audience level and that necessary background information is provided so the viewer or reader will be able to understand new or difficult ideas and concepts.

Works collaboratively with OCIO senior management and other Library staff to improve OCIO internal and external communication, support service unit wide communication forums (all hand's meetings, weekly management meetings, etc.) and maintain an online repository of all communication materials.

Works with program leads to establish communications strategies, as requested, for programs.  Provides editorial support as necessary to OCIO staff, and as requested, to senior Library officials external to OCIO. Contributes to problem solving methods and techniques, distribute and balancing workload, and tasks, and make adjustments to accomplish assignments in a timely manner. 

The incumbent is a writer and editor who composes speeches, presentations, testimony, and publicly released written materials regarding copyright and the Copyright Office, primarily on behalf of the Register of Copyrights. The incumbent researches and analyzes topics as necessary to develop complete and accurate statements and works closely with Copyright Office senior management and subject-matter experts to gather information and verify facts and policies included in written materials. The incumbent consolidates diverse submissions into a unified written product for the intended audience. The work requires a delicate balance between maintaining accuracy and adjusting the level of writing to the understanding of different audiences.

Working closely with the Register, senior-level managers, and subject-matter experts, the incumbent manages written content for the Register of Copyrights for letters, publications, testimony, speeches, and other materials. Collaborates with the Register and the senior management team on strategies for communicating the Copyright Office’s mission, policies, programs, objectives, and priorities.

Collaborates with senior staff and other subject-matter experts to convey information regarding copyright and Office activities and practices to diverse audiences. Interviews external subject-matter experts as needed. Develops and synthesizes final submissions based on materials obtained through research, including material submitted by others that the writer verifies. Ensures the language level is appropriate for the stated audience and the necessary background information is provided.

Initiates and maintains relationships with subject-matter experts to prepare written materials on behalf of the Copyright Office. Exercises substantial judgment in developing, checking, verifying, and synthesizing information, recommending significant changes in the organization, presentation, and factual coverage as needed. Considers a variety of approaches and comments and provides persuasive reasons regarding whether to incorporate approaches and comments. Determines the accuracy and adequacy of written materials, verifying that conclusions are based on facts presented. Explains editorial standards adhered to in the preparation of products to subject-matter experts.

For exhibits or special programs, writes and edits complex materials designed to interpret a variety of types of information. Develops, collates, and synthesizes final copy. Frequently, the submitted material is in outline form or written for publication and requires extensive rewriting, reorganizing, and editing. Ensures the language level is appropriate for stated audience and that background information is provided so the audience will understand new or difficult ideas and concepts. Ensures all text and labeling coordinates with the visual presentation. Recommends addition of objects or graphic elements such as maps or charts to enhance understanding of exhibit objects. Determines the accuracy and adequacy of written materials, verifying that conclusions are based on facts presented.