Library Associates Companies (LAC) seeks a Business / Legal Researcher
our client, a growing and dynamic research firm in Washington, DC. The
Researcher is responsible for providing reference services involving
business, legal, and general information sources to consulting and
administrative staff using a variety of databases and research tools.
He or she also performs other functions regarding library operations.
This is a newly created position looking for someone highly motivated
that wants to learn and grow in a corporate environment, so apply and
come make your mark!
Responsibilities:
* Conduct domestic and international business and legal research
utilizing appropriate database and research tools and direct Consultants
to appropriate sources;
* Review diverse sources of information for currency, reliability,
relevance, and cost effectiveness, then choose the best sources for
answering research requests;
* Interface with law firms, agencies, libraries and organizations;
represent the firm in a professional manner;
* Compile and organize information obtained in research projects
into a coherent, focused collection of information, accompanied by
explanatory notes if relevant, so that the material is readily
understandable to the user;
* Maintain familiarity with the library's own information
resources, in particular its catalog, circulation, acquisitions, and
routing systems;
* Maintain awareness of current developments on legal news and
information services, specifically with developments regarding new
specialized databases relevant to the offices' practice areas;
* Recognize new information resources, both in print and
electronic form, and make recommendations for new acquisitions to the
library director;
* Provide orientation and instruction regarding library procedures
and use;
* Conduct database training sessions and general training on
library and information resources;
* Perform other library administrative and technical services
tasks as required and complete special projects on various issues as
assigned;
* Promote effective work practices, work as a team member, and
show respect for co-workers.
Additional Responsibilities:
The statements contained in this position description are not
necessarily all-inclusive; additional duties may be assigned and
requirements may vary from time to time, and from location to location.
There is a special requirement for the position - i.e. heavy lifting as
light lifting of books and other library materials is required.
Education, Skills and Experience:
* Knowledge of automated business and legal database research
systems;
* Knowledge of print reference sources in business and legal
areas;
* Ability to organize collections of materials and information;
* Comfortable multitasking and working in an extremely fast-paced
environment;
* Strong analytical skills with minimal supervision needed;
* Well developed and professional interpersonal skills; ability to
interact effectively with people at all organizational levels of the
firm;
* Strong communication skills, both written and verbal;
* Ability to work as a team player;
* Capable of collaborating with research staff in their own and
other offices and drawing on the individual skills of the members of the
research team to complete all aspects of an assignment;
* Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with
the appropriate discretion;
* Ability to manage time well, prioritize effectively, and handle
multiple deadlines;
* Knowledge and proficiency in PC applications, including MS
Office;
* Master's degree in Library Science (MLS) is preferred, however a
Master's degree in another specialty may be considered in lieu of the
MLS or a minimum of three (3) years research experience in a related
industry library may be substituted for the Master's degree.
To Apply:
* For immediate consideration please email your cover letter and
resume to jobs@libraryassociates.com, with a courtesy copy to Joanne
Schwarz, jschwarz@libraryassociates.com
<mailto:brogers@libraryassociates.com> and Kathleen Schmidt,
kathleen@libraryassociates.com
* Please reference position title and ID#948 as the subject line
of your email;
* Compensation commensurate with qualifications and experience;
* Library Associates Companies is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative
Action employer that values diversity in the workforce.
Patty De Anda
Communications Coordinator
Library Associates Companies
8383 Wilshire Boulevard, Suite 355
Beverly Hills, CA 90211
800 987 6794 toll free
323 302 9439 local
323 852 1093 fax
www.libraryassociates.com
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