LOC Core Competencies
Library of Congress Institutional Awareness
Key Behaviors:
- Understand how their own work responsibilities support the Library’s mission to serve Congress and the public
- Be able to identify how their work responsibilities support one or more of the major goals of the Library’s current Strategic Plan
- Be able to identify how their work responsibilities support the major goals of their Service Unit’s current Strategic Plan
- Demonstrate a working knowledge of the Library’s organizational structure, primary functions, collections, key services and programs, and history
- Understand the main purposes and functions of each Service Unit of the Library
- Understand how the Service Units work to support other Service Units in accomplishing their missions
- Respect the Library’s collections and protect collections materials from damage, loss or theft
- Comply with all Library regulations and applicable laws, regulations, and policies governing Federal employment
- Understand the responsibilities inherent in being a U.S. government employee serving the public
- Use good judgment and follow the proper procedures for maintaining physical safety and security in the Library environment
Developmental Resources
Please consider using the selected resources below to improve your skills and knowledge in this competency.
LOC SkillPort Resources:
Videos:
A History of the Library of Congress
Additional Resources:
About the Library
LOC Staff Intranet
LOC History
LOC Brand Story
Library of Congress Blogs
Library of Congress RSS Feeds
Reports and Budgets
Employee Guide
LOC Docent Tours
Visiting the Library
National Book Festival