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



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