LAC - Reference Librarian

Library Systems & Services LLC • Washington, DC

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About The Position

LAC Federal is seeking a highly qualified part-time Reference Librarian to join our dynamic team. This hybrid position requires an on-site presence of at least 1-2 days per week, from 8:45-5:15, primarily for reference desk coverage as stipulated by contract requirements. The ideal candidate will hold a Master’s degree in Library/Information Science or be actively enrolled in a graduate program for this degree. The part-time Reference Librarian will be responsible for helping to provide exceptional reference and research services in the day to day running of the library, including participating in collection development, and contributing to various group projects as assigned by the project manager as well as updating policies and procedures as needed. This role offers a unique opportunity to work in a collaborative environment and make a significant impact on our library services.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Library/Information Science from an institution accredited by the American Library Association, or currently enrolled in such a program.
• At least 2 years of experience providing reference and research services in a special or federal library.
• Proficiency in using print and online resources and tools for reference and research purposes.
• Experience using Ebsco, Scopus, Web of Science, Nexis and/or Westlaw preferred.
• Proficiency/working knowledge of MS office, Outlook, Teams.
• Experience with Sharepoint, OCLC and Sirsi preferred.
• Experience in selecting print and electronic resources for library collection development.
• Ability to respond to complex reference questions and conduct systematic literature searches.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Self-starter must be able to work independently as well as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Provide reference services to patrons, including but not limited to research assistance, topical literature reviews, and general questions received via phone, email or in-person.
• Reference Desk Coverage: Provide in-person and remote reference and research assistance during designated hours.
• Actively participate in collection development activities including selecting and weeding materials as well as recommend and evaluate print and/or digital resources appropriate for the collection.
• Participate in collaborative projects such as an annual bibliometrics research, develop content for internal library website and other assigned tasks.
• Conduct systematic literature searches and respond to complex reference inquiries.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the project manager to support the library's mission and goals.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Master's degree
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees