Assistant Project Manager (APM)

Location: Library of Congress – Washington, DC (Onsite)

Position Overview

Zimmerman Associates, Inc. (ZAI) has an exciting opportunity for an Assistant Project Manager (APM) to support operations at one of the world’s most prestigious libraries, the Library of Congress in Washington, DC.

The APM will work closely with the Project Manager to ensure production-based library projects are completed on time and meet established performance standards. This role is responsible for supervising teams of 20–40 staff engaged in large-scale material handling and collection management operations across multiple locations.

This is a 100% onsite, physically demanding role requiring prior library and supervisory experience.

Key Responsibilities

Oversee daily tasks assigned by the Project Manager to ensure production goals are achieved
Supervise production-based operations, including sorting, shifting, shelving, distributing, retrieving, and transporting library materials
Plan, assign, and monitor daily workflows to maintain productivity targets
Communicate and enforce standard operating procedures
Assist with supervision of Team Leads, including quality assurance of their work
Ensure all safety protocols are understood and followed
Train and onboard new and existing staff
Review staff performance to ensure accuracy and efficiency
Serve as backup to the Project Manager for timesheet approvals and attendance tracking
Track and compile production and performance data for daily, weekly, and monthly reporting

Qualifications

Education:

Associate degree required; Bachelor’s degree preferred.

Experience:

2+ years of supervisory experience managing teams of 5 or more staff
2+ years of experience in library collection management, preferably with large print collections
Experience using data tracking and reporting tools (e.g., Microsoft Excel)
Experience compiling and analyzing operational reports (daily, weekly, monthly)
Experience training staff and evaluating performance
Demonstrated ability to address personnel and performance issues effectively

Required Skills

Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, production-driven environment
Strong organizational and problem-solving skills

Physical Requirements

Ability to move between multiple work locations
Lift, carry, push, and pull materials up to 50 lbs
Push carts or trucks up to 200 lbs
Perform frequent bending, stooping, and lifting from low shelves
Work in environments that may be cool and/or dusty

Why Join ZAI?

Join a team supporting one of the most renowned libraries in the world. This role offers hands-on leadership experience in large-scale library operations, team management, and production workflow coordination.

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Equal Opportunity Employer

ZAI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, veteran status, or any other legally protected status.

Apply today to support critical library operations at the Library of Congress.

Zimmerman Associates, Inc.

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