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Title:Librarian (Reference)
Location:Washington DC
Division:Library
Department:Libraries & Information Services
Job Type:Regular/Full time
Date Posted: 12/20/2004

SUMMARY OF POSITION
Advances the mission of the National Geographic Society by serving as an in-house expert in information retrieval and research and through the development, deployment and management of information resources, tools, and services, particularly in the areas of the sciences.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Resource Selection/Collection Development - Uses expert knowledge of the content and format of information resources and the latest services, publications and resources to select information resources that are appropriate in terms of format, language, content and coverage to build a dynamic science and environmental collection of both online and print information resources;

Reference/Research - Provides reference services for both NGS staff and the general public. Serves as the LIS subject expert in the Sciences. Based on direct staff questions, selects and searches appropriate internal and external print, online and world wide web sources; researches, analyzes and synthesizes information into accurate answers or actionable information for staff; helps patrons improve their research skills while helping them to find information. Required subject knowledge of Natural History/Science/Environment;

Alerting Services - Develops and delivers specific information packages or alerting services such as competitive intelligence, industry monitors, topic or issue indicators in a variety of formats including the Science Digest, Future Events database, LIS blogs and special research projects as needed;

Training and Special Projects - Develops training sessions, classes, seminars and other learning events for staff. Works on special projects that include developing content for databases and actively participating in intra library task forces. Develops research guides and finding tools;

Marketing/Outreach - Assesses and communicates the value of the library and information services to management and staff through the library website, liaison activities to NGS divisions, marketing of Total Research programs, new products and services and activities such as training day. Remains abreast of the strategic directions of NGS as a whole, the activities and initiatives of the various divisions and departments, and new products and services. Seeks alliances with other functions within the organization to optimize complementary knowledge and skills;

Professional Development - Maintains current awareness of emerging technologies and practices that may become relevant tools for future information resources, services, or applications. Remains current with the professional literature, best practices and trends in the field of library and information science. Pursues positions or projects outside LIS to gain a better understanding of how other functions apply information in their work and use this information to create services and programs for users;

Additional Tasks - Assist with the day to day maintenance of the physical collection as needed.