Technical Services Librarian (Archives and Civics Specialist)

Internal Revenue Service; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Internal Revenue Service is looking for library professionals to join the Circuit Library team in Washington, D.C. Successful candidates will have an MLS/MLIS and relevant library experience, managing library operations and enhancing legal research resources. This position requires excellent communication skills and the ability to train others effectively in both virtual and physical environments.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Qualifications

• Minimum 1-2 years of library experience for CL-27; 2-5 years for CL-28.
• Knowledge of legal research resources and digital library products.
• Experience with training in virtual and in-person settings.

Responsibilities

• Manage and operate library systems and services focused on archival work.
• Provide training and support for library users both online and in-person.
• Liaise with legal professionals regarding research and resources.

Skills

Analytical skills

Oral communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Customer service orientation

Training and teaching skills

Education

MLS/MLIS from an ALA accredited library school

Tools

SirsiDynix ILS

Web design software

Electronic publishing software

Job description

The Circuit Library of the D.C. Circuit is comprised of one headquarters library located in Washington, D.C.

Review our benefits

• CL-27: Applicants must have an MLS/MLIS from an ALA accredited library school, a minimum of 1-2 years of successful library experience, one year of research experience.
• CL-28: Applicants must have an MLS/MLIS from an ALA accredited library school, a minimum of 2-5 years of progressively responsible and successful law library experience focused on archival work, and which includes at least one year equivalent to work at a CL-27 level.
• A comprehensive understanding of library operations and ILS systems, with a focus on the SirsiDynix ILS product or a similar integrated library system.
• Knowledge about library technical services, particularly as they relate to archival systems.
• Knowledge of current procurement principles and best practices.
• Knowledge of legal research resources and legal bibliography.
• Knowledge of discovery products and other digital products relevant to the successful operation of a law library.
• Excellent analytical skill, oral and written communication skills, strong interpersonal skills, and a committed customer-service orientation.
• Effective training and teaching skills, utilizing both virtual programs and in-person training techniques.
• Experience working with web design and electronic publishing software.
• Ability to handle occasional lifting up to 15 pounds.