Information Specialist

Library Systems & Services LLC•Aurora, CO

9h•$65,000 - $85,000

About The Position

LAC Federal is seeking Information Specialists/Librarians to provide professional reference, research, information retrieval, and library services for a federal library supporting corrections professionals, government agencies, students, and researchers. The role conducts independent research, supports library users, maintains physical and electronic collections, and contributes to the development and dissemination of specialized information resources. Information Specialists staff the public service desk, respond to research requests, monitor corrections-related literature and developments, maintain collections and digital resources, and support electronic lending. They also contribute to online content, deliver presentations, remediate documents for Section 508 accessibility, and assist with cataloging, inventory, lending, multimedia duplication, and shipping. The position requires collaboration with library and information professionals and may involve other job-related duties as assigned.

Requirements

Master's degree in Library/Information Science or a similar field from an institution accredited by the American Library Association, or a degree in Public Administration.
At least three years of experience in a library, academic, or public administration work or volunteer environment.
Advanced written and verbal communication skills, including public speaking.
Availability to travel up to four times per year.
Superior customer service skills and ability to collaborate professionally with peers.
Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government security clearance.

Nice To Haves

Criminal justice or corrections background.
Experience with information technology applications, virtual checkout, and integrated library systems.
Experience conducting specialized research using academic, legal, or government databases.
Experience with digital collections, e-books, online research guides, and information literacy instruction.
Familiarity with MARC21, RDA, and library cataloging practices.
Experience using Drupal or similar content management systems.
Familiarity with Section 508 accessibility requirements.

Responsibilities

Conduct independent reference research and respond to information requests.
Identify, evaluate, and recommend authoritative research resources.
Monitor corrections literature, policy developments, legal decisions, and emerging research topics.
Staff the library's public service desk and assist users with research and resource discovery.
Maintain physical and electronic collections, bibliographies, and digital information resources.
Support electronic lending, virtual checkout, and access to e-books and audiobooks.
Contribute to library blogs, forums, social media, and web content.
Edit website content using HTML and Drupal.
Prepare and deliver presentations to academy classes, government personnel, and professional audiences.
Review and remediate electronic documents for Section 508 accessibility compliance.
Assist with cataloging, inventory, lending, multimedia duplication, and shipping.
Collaborate with other library and information professionals on program initiatives.