Librarian

3 weeks ago

Washington, United States Areeva Solutions Full time

Title: Technical Librarian

Location: Washington D.C. /Onsite

Clearance: We prefer D.C. Metro area candidates with U.S. Citizenship or Green Card due to public trust clearance requirements on federal contracts.

Role Overview

Areeva Solutions is seeking a dedicated Librarian to work full-time at a major federal Law Library in the Washington, D.C. area. The Librarian will play a key role in providing reference services, conducting legal research, managing collections, and contributing to the overall operations of the library. Specific duties may vary depending on the assignment, but will typically include research and reference support, digitization, circulation support, collection maintenance, cataloging and acquisition support. This position offers an excellent opportunity to work in a specialized legal environment and to support the dissemination of legal knowledge to a diverse audience.

This is an entry to associate level position ideal for candidates who are planning a future career in law libraries.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Provide reference and research assistance to library patrons, including government officials, legal professionals, and the public, utilizing a variety of print and electronic resources.

Conduct in-depth legal research on a wide range of topics, including statutory law, case law, regulations, and legal literature, to support the information needs of library users.

Assist with managing and developing the library's collections, including recommending materials for acquisition, cataloging new acquisitions, and weeding outdated or duplicate materials.

Provide maintenance and inventory management for the library's collection by updating, correcting, and create records in the Integrated Library Platform.

Provide front desk support including circulation and interlibrary loan support

Assist library customers in locating and retrieving print and electronic resources

Coordinate and deliver instructional sessions and workshops on legal research methods, resources, and tools to library patrons and staff.

Collaborate with colleagues to assess and evaluate library services and resources, and to identify opportunities for improvement and innovation.

Stay informed about current developments and trends in the field of law librarianship, including changes in legal research methodologies, technologies, and best practices.

Participate in professional development activities, including attending conferences, workshops, and continuing education courses, to enhance knowledge and skills.

MANDATORY QUALIFICATIONS

Master's degree in Library Science (MLS) or equivalent from an ALA-accredited program.

At least one year of experience with one or more of the following: research/reference services; cataloging and catalog maintenance; collections maintenance ideally in a law library or similar environment

Knowledge of legal research methodologies, legal information sources, and legal reference tools, both print and electronic.

Familiarity with legal research databases and resources such as Westlaw, LexisNexis, Bloomberg Law, and HeinOnline.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to provide exceptional customer service to diverse library patrons.

Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities effectively.

Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment, with a commitment to teamwork and professional growth.

Must be able to pass a background investigation

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Previous experience working as a librarian in a law library or similar legal environment is highly desirable.

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