Librarian - Washington, United States - Terrestris Global Solutions

Terrestris Global Solutions
Terrestris Global Solutions
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Washington, United States

3 weeks ago

Mark Lane

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Are you looking for a Challenge? Looking for an innovative organization and the opportunity to learn and grow professionally? We are seeking a
_ Librarian__ _to support the Justice Management Division (JMD) in Washington, DC.


_I've never heard of Terrestris. What do you do?_
At Terrestris, we leverage technology to create better mission outcomes through better human performance.

We form strong client and team relationships through transparency and strive to create an environment where our team can let their excellence shine through.

By finding, developing, and incorporating new ideas, we provide memorable services.

Rooted in the USMC values of honor, courage, and commitment, Terrestris seeks to deliver extraordinary value to the American people by helping the Government become more efficient and effective.


_So, what will the Librarian at Terrestris do?_

_What does a typical day look like for the Librarian?_

You will:

  • Assist in discarding materials withdrawn from the collection according to established procedures
  • Shift parts of the collection as needed to accommodate growth and improve user access
  • Retrieve library titles/materials from offsite locations
  • Locate materials requested by staff or users that are not on the shelf
  • Prepare shelves, drawer labels, guide cards, and other organizational materials as needed
  • Ensure correct order of titles on shelves through shelfreading
  • Ensure accurate and neat labeling of library materials and spaces
  • Notify the designated representative of missing items or discrepancies
  • Assist in the preparation of shelves and materials for daily use
  • Assist in the organization and maintenance of microforms
  • Assist in the shifting of the collection as instructed
  • Maintain a neat and orderly collection, ensuring items are easily accessible
  • Assist in the repair or rebinding of materials as needed
  • Coordinate the recall of library materials needed by other staff
  • Notify borrowers of overdue materials and manage the recall process
  • Respond to requests from outside libraries for materials in the collection
  • Borrow materials needed for staff from other libraries
  • Maintain records of incoming and outgoing interlibrary loans
  • Monitor materials borrowed from other libraries and ensure timely return
  • Make regular runs to the Library of Congress for materials not available through interlibrary loan
  • Process interlibrary loan requests promptly and courteously
  • Keep accurate records of interlibrary loan transactions and statistics
  • Handle requests for materials from Library staff, users, and other libraries
  • Retrieve materials from various locations in response to user requests
  • Process cataloged materials, including labeling, barcoding, and stamping
  • Perform followup and remedial processing on withdrawn library publications
  • Provide professional reference and research services to patrons
  • Assist in covering the reference desk and answering inquiries
  • Use appropriate sources to determine library holdings and direct users to requested items
  • Provide training on research resources and techniques
  • Assist in the planning, development, and maintenance of library systems and websites
  • Participate in library projects and planning committees
  • Monitor and track reference and research service statistics
  • Ensure accurate and timely responses to inquiries
  • Assist in the promotion and marketing of library services
  • Participate in library staff training and development

_What qualifications do you look for?_
You might be the Librarian we're looking for if you have:

  • A bachelor's degree, preferably in Library Science, Information Science, English, History
  • Familiarity with handling legal materials
  • Understanding of standard research and analysis methods, procedures, and techniques
  • The ability to acquire additional information about the field and related areas
  • Some familiarity with literature resources in the field
  • The successful completion of a background investigation

_What kind of benefits does Terrestris Offer?_


We offer outstanding benefits including health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, and work-life programs.

Our award programs acknowledge employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our service standards.

Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in our benefit programs.

Other offerings may be provided for employees not within this category.

Terrestris is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).

Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.

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