Research and Reference Librarian

ASRC Federal is a leading government contractor furthering missions in space, public health and defense. As an Alaska Native owned corporation, our work helps secure an enduring future for our shareholders. Join our team and discover why we are a top veteran employer and Certified Great Place to Work

Agile Decision Sciences (ADS,) a subsidiary of ASRC Federal, is seeking a Reference and Research Librarian to support our nationwide contract to provide the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) with library and records management services. We offer a culture that provides professional development and team collaboration. Find out why we were voted and certified as a "Great Place to Work." If you have experience as a Research/Reference Librarian (cataloging is a plus), lets talk about next steps. Apply today!

Requirements:

• MS in Library Science, Information Science, or related field.
• Minimum two years of professional experience providing reference and research services, with preference given to scientific research settings or special libraries and a demonstrated commitment to public service
• Minimum two years of professional experience crafting expert literature search strategies and conducting searches in scientific databases. Otherwise demonstrated science or technical subject knowledge (environmental, biomedical, chemical, etc.) and experience with commonly used research tools and databases in those fields (PubMed, Web of Science, etc.) may be considered.
• Experience with reference managers (specifically EndNote) and other library tools (CMS, Alma, PrimoVE, etc.) and skills (cataloging, collection management SharePoint management).
• Customer service skills and strong organizational skills with attention to detail as well as the ability to work independently and on teams, communicate effectively with colleagues and customers, prioritize and manage multiple on-going projects, quickly adapt to change, and meet deadlines.
• Ability to pass a government background investigation which requires Permanent Residency or US Citizenship

Responsibilities:

• Deliver in-depth reference and research support services to EPA researchers and staff, including staffing of in-person and virtual reference services.
• Conduct expert-level literature searches on scientific and non-scientific topics using free and subscription databases.
• Contribute to other library programs and services including library instruction, marketing and outreach, knowledge management projects, or cataloging.
• Participate in the development of innovative library services (research impact analysis, data visualization, systematic reviews, machine learning, artificial intelligence, and other potential new areas of service).
• Complete reporting duties, departmental statistics, and documentation as required by the contract and library operating procedures

We invest in the lives of our employees, both in and out of the workplace, by providing competitive pay and benefits packages. Benefits offered may include health care, dental, vision, life insurance; 401(k); education assistance; paid time off including PTO, holidays, and any other paid leave required by law. The salary offered will depend on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant experience, skills, education, geographic location, internal equity, business needs, and other factors permitted by law. Posted pay ranges are a general guideline only and are not a guarantee of compensation or salary.

EEO Statement

ASRC Federal and its Subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, gender, color, age, sexual orientation, gender identification, national origin, religion, marital status, ancestry, citizenship, disability, protected veteran status, or any other factor prohibited by applicable law.