Copyright Specialist (Registration)

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This position serves as a Copyright Registration Specialist within the Registration Program in the U.S. Copyright Office. As a Copyright Registration Specialist, you will: Examine claims to copyright in all categories of works applicable in the particular Division assigned, and register, question, or refuse claims as appropriate.

Determine whether the works deposited contain sufficient original creative authorship and whether all applicable eligibility requirements have been met. Using specific guidelines established by the Registration Program and the particular Division assigned, examine registration materials to determine the correct facts of the claim, check the accuracy of the application statements against information included in the physical or electronic work deposited, and appropriately question discrepancies.

In appropriate circumstances, perform research on copyright issues involving the Copyright Act, U.S. Copyright Office regulations, the Compendium of U.S. Copyright Office Practices, Third Edition, prior registration records, and other Office resources. Draft email correspondence that efficiently and accurately explains common problems, including the explanation of any relevant copyright principles, and evaluate correspondence relating to copyright claims.

Convey copyright principles to a widely diverse audience, ranging from persons with no knowledge of copyright to copyright attorneys and industry professionals. Create a public record for registered claims based on copyright facts from the application and bibliographic facts from the deposit in accordance with Copyright Office policies and rules.

Maintain a complex and dynamic workload in an effective and timely manner, and efficiently examine claims to copyright utilizing the electronic registration system software. Proficiently use standard software applications, such as Microsoft Office applications, to create email, letters, and other documents. Perform other duties as assigned.

The position description number for these positions is 327081. The salary range indicated reflects the locality pay adjustments for the Washington, D.C., Metropolitan area. The incumbents of these positions will work a flextime work schedule. These positions are non-supervisory and are in the bargaining unit. Relocation expenses will not be authorized for the person(s) selected under this vacancy announcement.

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 Identify, Analyze, and Resolve Problems.

Ability to Communicate in Writing. Ability to Work with a Variety of Written Information, Procedures, and Instructions.** Ability to Utilize Computer Technology/Software Applications. Ability to Plan, Prioritize, Organize and Execute Work. Ability to Communicate Effectively other than in Writing.