Library Technician

RieLes Group•Eglin AFB, FL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

RieLes Group is seeking an experienced Library Technician to work in the Eglin AFB, FL area supporting the Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL). AFRL is the primary scientific research and development organization of the United States Air Force and Space Force, responsible for discovering, developing, and integrating advanced technologies. The Library Technician will assist the librarian in organizing and managing library resources, serving patrons, and maintaining library operations. This is a full-time, on-site position at the AFRL Library, 203 Eglin Blvd, Eglin AFB, FL 32542.

Requirements

U.S. Citizenship (required for access to federal facilities and systems)
High school diploma or equivalent
At least 1–2 years of experience working in a library, records management, or information services environment
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and ability to learn specialized library databases or catalog systems
Strong organizational and time management skills with attention to detail
Ability to provide customer service and support to researchers, scientists, and staff
Effective oral and written communication skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a professional environment
Must be able to pass a background check and obtain/maintain clearance requirements as needed by AFRL
Must be able to push/drag/lift up to 50 lbs.

Nice To Haves

Some college coursework in Library Science, Information Management, or related field preferred
1+ years’ interpreting bibliographic data elements and searching and updating bibliographic holdings, and item records in online environments
1+ years of experience preparing library materials for reformatting, scanning library materials, processing images, or performing QA/QC on images and metadata
1+ years’ shelving, shifting, inventory, and rehousing fragile materials
1+ years’ using a Library Services Platform to update holdings and item records
1+ years’ handling rare and unique library materials, including archival and manuscript collections
1+ years’ locating, retrieving, and shelving library materials in library collections by call number or another organization scheme
Experience as a civilian contractor for a Government Facility

Responsibilities

Assisting the librarian in organizing and managing library resources
Checking books and other materials in and out for patrons
Organizing and re-shelving returned materials
Maintaining and updating library records, including records of borrowed and returned materials
Assisting patrons in locating and using library resources
Helping to maintain library equipment and technology, including computers, printers, and copiers
Answering questions and providing information about library policies and services
Helping to develop and implement library programs and events
Processing requests for library materials and using OCLC WorldShare to requests items that are not part of the collection
Performing routine clerical tasks, such as data entry and filing