Senior Information Specialist

LAC Federal•Aurora, CO

About The Position

LAC Federal is seeking a Senior Information Specialist to serve as the lead librarian and senior information management professional for a specialized federal library and Information Center. The role combines advanced library services, research support, digital collections management, technology integration, and organizational improvement. The Senior Information Specialist will lead efforts to improve the discovery, organization, accessibility, and dissemination of information resources supporting the corrections community. The position serves as the library's operational lead under the direction of the Library Program Manager.

Requirements

Master's degree in Library/Information Science or a similar field from an institution accredited by the American Library Association.
At least five years of experience with progressively complex library technologies, such as open-source integrated library systems, electronic library material administration, and virtual help desk systems.
Experience analyzing databases, datasets, and statistics.
Professional-level writing and editing skills.
Superior customer service skills and the ability to collaborate professionally with peers and upper management.
Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government security clearance.

Nice To Haves

Criminal justice or corrections background.
Computer science or programming background.
Experience with Koha or comparable open-source integrated library systems.
Experience with MARC21, RDA, authority control, electronic resources, and original or copy cataloging.
Experience using Drupal, HTML, and digital content management tools.
Familiarity with Section 508 accessibility remediation and digital document publishing.
Experience supervising library workflows or leading continuous improvement initiatives.

Responsibilities

Serve as the library's operational lead under the direction of the Library Program Manager.
Manage and improve library workflows, business processes, information systems, and service delivery.
Administer physical and digital collections, electronic resources, bibliographies, and virtual lending services.
Monitor corrections literature, public policy, court cases, and other relevant information sources.
Manage and integrate library and content management systems.
Conduct data analysis, statistical reporting, and information synthesis.
Oversee original and copy cataloging activities, including MARC record coding.
Administer and update digital content, blogs, forums, and social media.
Edit web content using HTML and Drupal.
Review and remediate documents for Section 508 accessibility compliance.
Develop and deliver presentations and training for library users, government personnel, and staff.
Support organizational change, process reengineering, and continuous improvement initiatives.