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LAC Group is seeking an Archivist/Librarian for a potential long-term contract with a prestigious federal agency located in Washington, DC. We are recruiting for several positions for this contract to run the library and information services for this agency department and these positions are contingent upon award. This library serves the agency's department, public, education community and other government agencies. The expected start date will be in early 2013. SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES: Develop, update and maintain digital archival projects Contribute to ERIC microfiche digitization project Develop and apply metadata for digital archival objects Coordinate activities of Reference Services staff; oversee quality assurance Coordinate collection of metrics and statics for Reference function Participate in providing reference and research services through regular duty at the reference desk and by responding to requests using the full range of available resources, with focus on archives and special collections Participate in liaison and outreach programs Stay abreast of the information needs and trends within the agency Stay abreast of trends in library and information science KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Ability to organize and determine metadata for digital archives Create metadata based on Dublin Core, Open Archives, NARA, and similar standards Understanding of the role of the Library and the needs of its customers Provide general and specialized reference and research services on issues relating to education and educational policy Strong public/customer service orientation Understanding of the role of technology in library functions and services; ability to apply technology in functional area Excellent oral and written communication skills; ability to communicate with a diverse community Ability to work independently and as part of a team QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE: MLS from an ALA-accredited library/information science program Background in education or a related social science Demonstrated experience in managing a library or information service function Familiarity with federal contract requirements LAC Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer who values diversity in the workplace Brought to you by code4lib jobs: http://jobs.code4lib.org/job/5366/