Program Assistant
About this role
The Library of Congress is hiring a Program Assistant at the GS-07 level, with promotion potential to GS-09, inside the National Library Service for the Blind and Print Disabled in Washington, DC. You will support a division chief with the day-to-day running of a service that delivers books and materials to blind and print-disabled readers across the country, handling program coordination, records, correspondence and the administrative work that keeps the division moving. The role is open to the public, needs no specific degree, pays $57,736 to $75,059 a year, and is telework-eligible under agency policy. Applications close on November 25, 2026.
Posted on November 04, 2026, this opening appears in our Government Jobs listings. The role is based on site in Washington, DC, United States, so it suits candidates within commuting distance. The advertised pay for the position is $57,736 – $75,059/yr, as published by the employer. The sections below summarise the role in our own words: what you would be doing, what the employer expects, what is offered in return, and exactly how to apply.
Job snapshot
| Employer | Library of Congress |
|---|---|
| Job title | Program Assistant |
| Location | Washington, DC, United States |
| Workplace | On-site |
| Job type | Full-time |
| Category | Government Jobs |
| Salary | $57,736 – $75,059/yr |
| Posted | November 04, 2026 |
| Listing source | USAJOBS |
What you will do day to day
While every employer organises the work slightly differently, the core of this Program Assistant role at Library of Congress covers the following:
- Support the division chief with program coordination and day-to-day administration
- Prepare correspondence, reports and program documents accurately and on time
- Maintain program records, files and tracking systems for the division
- Coordinate meetings, schedules and communications across the division
- Help monitor program activities and follow up on action items
- Serve as a point of contact for internal and external program inquiries
What you will need
- Experience in administrative or program support work
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Good organisation and attention to detail across multiple tasks
- Ability to use office software for documents, spreadsheets and records
- Able to work collaboratively with staff at all levels
- No specific degree is required for this position
This role suits a candidate who is comfortable with formal processes, documentation, and eligibility rules, and who values long-term stability and public service.
Pay and benefits
The advertised salary range for this position is $57,736 – $75,059/yr, as published by Library of Congress. Final offers in US hiring typically depend on experience, qualifications, and location, and the official listing remains the authoritative source for pay details. Alongside pay, weigh the benefits below — health cover, paid leave, and retirement contributions can add significant value on top of the base figure.
Benefits listed by the employer
- $57,736 to $75,059 per year, with promotion potential to GS-09
- Federal health insurance, retirement (FERS) and Thrift Savings Plan
- Paid annual and sick leave plus federal holidays
- Telework eligible under agency policy
- Work for the nation’s oldest federal cultural institution, serving blind and print-disabled readers
How to apply
- Read the requirements above carefully and check you meet the essentials — US employers screen against them closely.
- Update your résumé so the skills named in this listing are easy to find, using the same wording where it honestly matches your experience.
- Click the Apply button on this page. It takes you to the source listing (USAJOBS), where the original posting is linked — always confirm the role, pay and deadline there before applying.
- Complete every field of the application on the source listing and double-check your contact details before submitting.
- Keep a note of the posting date and job title so you can follow up politely if you have not heard back within two weeks.
Tips to strengthen your application
- Apply well before the closing date — government portals rarely grant extensions.
- Answer every questionnaire item and align your résumé wording with the announcement.
- Check citizenship, clearance, and education requirements before investing time.
- Federal résumés can be longer than private-sector ones; include hours, grades, and duties in detail.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need a degree to apply?
No — the announcement states there is no specific degree requirement for this position.
When is the deadline?
Applications close on November 25, 2026.
What is the salary for this Program Assistant role?
The advertised range is $57,736 – $75,059/yr, as published by the employer. The final offer depends on experience, qualifications, and location, so confirm the current figure on the official listing before you apply.
Where is this job located?
This position is listed for Washington, DC, United States and is a On-site role. Confirm the exact workplace address on the official listing.
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