Library of Congress Jobs – Copyright Specialist

Job Description:

Copyright is a form of legal protection provided by the laws of the United States (Title 17, U. S. Code) to authors of literary, dramatic, musical, artistic, and other works. The Office of Public Records and Repositories is responsible for preserving, maintaining, and servicing physical and digital copyright records. The Copyright Specialist (Records) conducts searches and prepares reports on copyright records, assist patrons in and conducts tours of the Reading Room.

Job Responsibilities:

• The United States Copyright Office, located within the Library of Congress and under the direction of the Register of Copyrights, administers the Copyright Law, advises Congress and government agencies on legal and policy matters; provides international representation on copyright issues; administers the national copyright registration system; provides collections materials to the Library through voluntary registration and mandatory deposit programs; records documents relating to copyright chain of title; administers statutory license provisions of the law, including collecting and distributing royalties; maintains the world’s largest database of copyright public records; and provides information and reference services to the public.
• This position is located in the Records Research and Certification Section, Office of Public Records and Repositories, United States Copyright Office. While performing daily activities, the incumbent is responsible for ensuring proper handling and security of all Library and Copyright Office materials. Independently prepares comprehensive and objective reports (either in a certified or uncertified format) of research findings for diverse and complex technical questions on copyright law.
• Reports may take the form of a detailed bibliography.
• The employee, in taking full responsibility for the reports, and in accordance with Copyright Office policies and regulations, provides and signs responses to requesters.
• Evaluates the legitimacy of an “expedited” search request based on the criteria established by the Office and determines whether there is a need for expeditious service.
• In preparing reports, the employee: provides supportive documentation in the form of printed materials such as circulars, slip letters, and other relevant information.
• He/she uses extensive knowledge of copyright vocabulary and terminology necessary to report the legal status of works according to information in the Copyright Office records without expressing an opinion, giving advice or commenting on the merits of individual claims or on the absence of a registration or recordation of a document; and applies sound judgment in refining requesters to additional sources outside the Copyright Office.
• The employee recommends and/or seeks advice as to whether the report should be accessioned to the Office’s Bibliographic File.
• Answers diverse and complex technical questions on copyright law and Copyright Office policies and practices in explaining bibliographic reports.
• Independently provides information concerning copyright search inquiries for which replies and solutions are well-precedented.
• Information is communicated through a variety of methods, such as in writing, in person, by email, or by telephone.
• Contacts are with attorneys, agents of authors and various industries, as well as members of the public, to answer all types of copyright-related inquiries.

Job Requirements:

• 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 Plan, Organize and Execute Work.
• Ability to Research, Analyze and Evaluate Complex Issues.
• Ability to Communicate in Writing.
• Ability to Utilize Computer Technology.
• Ability to Communicate and Interact with Others.
• 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 the minimum step of the grade The Library of Congress is an equal opportunity employer.
• Women, minorities, and persons with disabilities who meet eligibility requirements are strongly encouraged to apply The incumbent of this position will work a flextime work schedule This is a non-supervisory, bargaining unit position Applicants must submit a complete application package that is received by the closing date of this announcement. 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 ADA@loc.gov.

Job Details:

Company: Library of Congress

Vacancy Type: Full Time

Job Functions: Others

Job Location: Washington, DC, US

Application Deadline: N/A

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