Library Technician

Resource Management Concepts•Indian Head, MD

7d•Onsite

About The Position

RMC is hiring a Library Technician to support our Navy customer in Indian Head, MD (Stump Neck). The selected applicant will assist with a variety of general library tasks, such as database management, Ready Reference searches, cataloging, and bulk digitization. Responsibilities include: Conducting catalog data entry and collection maintenance using SirsiDynix’s EOS or other comparable library information system. Completing and filing material control sheets and renewing items on request. Circulating documents into and out of the library using library database software. Performing queries using library database software, searching by title, call number, serial number, personal or corporate author, etc. Performing classification regrade actions on database records and physical documents. Digitizing books and other bound materials using dedicated book scanning equipment. Conversion of outdated/obsolete disk, audiovisual, and other media to more current or usable formats. Identifying documents to be scanned according to priorities established by the Library Director. Preparing documents for scanning by removing posts, staples, or other binding material. Processing and cataloging new documents. Performing vault collection maintenance tasks, as required (shelf shifting, bulk document destruction, etc.). Retrieving documents for library users, re-shelving documents, and searching for documents not in place. Monitoring personnel and activity in the library to ensure compliance with established information and physical security protocols. Verifying library user clearances as users enter the library.

Requirements

Associate degree in Library Science, Information Systems, Management, or other relevant field.
At least two (2) years of recent experience performing tasks associated with the operation of a technical library, such as performing database searches and retrievals.
Experience in performing tasks using a variety of PC software packages to the extent that documents/files can be generated, printed, archived, and retrieved.
Proficient with Adobe Acrobat Professional software.
Accurate data entry skills with a typing speed of 35 WPM.
Able to lift 30 pounds.
Excellent communication and customer service skills.
An active DoD Secret clearance is required to start.
Must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

Nice To Haves

SirsiDynix software experience is desired.

Responsibilities

Conducting catalog data entry and collection maintenance using SirsiDynix’s EOS or other comparable library information system.
Completing and filing material control sheets and renewing items on request.
Circulating documents into and out of the library using library database software.
Performing queries using library database software, searching by title, call number, serial number, personal or corporate author, etc.
Performing classification regrade actions on database records and physical documents.
Digitizing books and other bound materials using dedicated book scanning equipment.
Conversion of outdated/obsolete disk, audiovisual, and other media to more current or usable formats.
Identifying documents to be scanned according to priorities established by the Library Director.
Preparing documents for scanning by removing posts, staples, or other binding material.
Processing and cataloging new documents.
Performing vault collection maintenance tasks, as required (shelf shifting, bulk document destruction, etc.).
Retrieving documents for library users, re-shelving documents, and searching for documents not in place.
Monitoring personnel and activity in the library to ensure compliance with established information and physical security protocols.
Verifying library user clearances as users enter the library.