Librarian- REMOTE

ICF International • Reston, VA

376d • $69,862 - $118,765 • Remote

About The Position

The Librarian will support the Early Education Services team at ICF by maintaining, modernizing, and expanding the Child Care and Early Education Research Connections Website. This role involves implementing library policies and procedures, updating online databases, and ensuring high-quality services that align with client priorities and library best practices.

Requirements

• An ALA-accredited Master of Library Science (MLS), Master of Library and Information Science (MLIS), or Master of Science in Library and Information Science (MSLIS) degree.
• 2+ years working in a library, preferably in reference or cataloging.
• 1+ years of knowledge of MARC tags and LC headings and other strong bibliographic skills.
• 1+ year experience using online catalogs.
• 1+ year experience writing abstracts and annotated bibliographies.
• 1+ year experience conducting research and utilizing research databases.
• 1+ year experience with library software.

Nice To Haves

• Coursework in the social sciences and/or experience working with collections of advanced academic and/or professional research in the social sciences.
• Basic knowledge of the role of evidence in policy and policy literature.

Responsibilities

• Support OPRE designated priorities for Research Connections, including development of outreach materials.
• Build professional relationships with the Research Connections team to facilitate ongoing communication and collaboration.
• Participate in Research Connections team meetings and librarian team meetings.
• Support the maintenance and expansion of the Research Connection library collection and services.
• Scan and evaluate print and electronic sources for acquisition to develop the collection.
• Catalogue journal articles, gray literature, and child care and early education instruments.
• Provide reference assistance and support for searches and bibliographies.
• Develop abstracts for gray literature and instruments as needed.
• Maintain electronic files and folders in an organized manner.
• Classify publications using a field-specific topical classification system.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• 401k
• Paid holidays
• Flexible scheduling
• Professional development opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Administrative and Support Services
• Education Level: Master's degree