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LAC Federal is seeking an experienced Special Collections Librarian to support a project with a prestigious federal library in Beltsville, Maryland. The Special Collections Librarian will be responsible for the management, preservation, and promotion of the library's special collections. This is a long-term, full-time, on-site (40 hours a week; Monday to Friday) benefited contract opportunity.

Responsibilities

Assess condition of materials and initiate repairs and/or digitization where needed Assess potential donations to collection and recommend whether to accept Prepare documents needed to transfer or add collection materials and update collection administrative files to reflect changes/additions Accession new materials into the collection and update finding aids to reflect additions Monitor and report on collection usage through anecdotes and measures Prepare for and participate in tours and outreach; create displays of representative items from the collection and associated talking points Prepare physical materials for digitization; coordinate production of in-house and external digitization; and collaborate with digital archivists to preserve and present the digitized content Ability to lift and move books and manuscript boxes, to climb ladders to retrieve materials, and push book trucksOrganize, describe and create/update finding aids for unprocessed subsets of the collectionCreate ArchivesSpace records for items in unprocessed subsets of the collectionAnswer customer information inquiries regarding collection materialsAdd new content to web archiving of client websites as neededDevelop curatorial strategy for licensed materialsDevelop advertising policy for the client collection as the official repository

Requirements MLS from an ALA-accredited institution with a focus on archives, special collections, or a related fieldAt least two years of experience working with special collections materials in a library, archives, or museum settingKnowledge of archival principles, standards, and best practices for processing, description, and preservation of special collections materialsFamiliarity with metadata standards and tools, such as EAD and MARCExperience with digitization and digital preservation of special collections materialsStrong research and reference skillsExcellent written and verbal communication skillsAbility to work independently and collaboratively in a team environmentAttention to detail and strong organizational skillsFamiliarity with library management systems and digital asset management systemsAbility to pass a background check

  

Physical Requirements

Must be able to move from place to place within the location, lifting of items weighing up to (25) pounds and occasional up to 35 pounds such as files, books, stacks of paper, and other materials.Ability to sit for long periods of time and to maintain focus on projects such as computer screens or detailed paperwork 

  

Benefits

Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)Short Term & Long-Term DisabilityTraining & Development

 
 

EEO STATEMENT

The company and its subsidiaries are an equal opportunity employer and celebrate the population of differences and does not discriminate in its hiring/hiring practices, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Nothing in this job specification restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. 

Critical features of this job are described under various headings above. They may be subject to change at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons. The above statements are strictly intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as a complete list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of employees in this position.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. 

To perform this job successfully, the incumbents will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. 

Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” relationship.