Librarian
ASRC Management Services
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Job Description
This position provides four basic technical functions for library services at the US Environmental Protection Agencey Technical Library: reference service for EPA staff and the public, promotion of the library’s services and collections, Interlibrary Loan service, and collection maintenance. The desired results are: support of EPA staff research, support of public inquires about the environment, improved patron awareness of library holdings and services, efficient Interlibrary Loan service, and maintaining a collection of current environmental resources, both traditional and electronic.
Roles/Responsibilities:
Provide extensive and ready (quick) reference service for EPA staff and the public
Promote the library’s services and collections through outreach projects
Process Interlibrary Loan requests, both lending and borrowing
Assist in collection maintenance by cataloging (both original and copy cataloging) using OCLC Connexion and OLS systems
Develop pathfinders, guides, directories, and other tools which guide users to relevant environmental information sources
Prepare and present training sessions on library information products and services for EPA staff
Maintain an effective circulation system and journal tracking system
Post environmental news daily
Keep statistics of work performed
Additional Info & Requirements
If you are interested in this position, please apply via the website www.asrcms.com. Please click on careers and reference requisition number 5171.
The Community
Government
HR Info
MLS from an accredited institution, be proficient in Microsoft office programs and other computer software, be comfortable teaching and speaking to groups of patrons, and have excellent organizational and communication skills. A knowledge of science and environmental issues is preferred, but not required. Experience in conducting legal research and knowledge of social media tools for special libraries would be a plus.
Posted Nov 19, 2010
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