Position: Senior Research Analyst
Location: Mintz

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Locations include: Boston, New York, San Diego, San Francisco, and Washington, DC
Under the direction of the Manager, Research Services, the Senior Research Analyst works as part of the team to provide expert and in-depth research services to all attorneys, legal staff, administrators, and others firm-wide. Senior Research Analysts also serve as specialists and project leaders.
An analyst holds a senior position because of their knowledge and experience which allows them to perform at the highest level. Senior Research Analysts serve as designated specialists (subject, industry, practice area, and/or type of research) and are expected to lead/drive other projects or areas. In this role as Senior, takes and active part in developing more junior research staff.
Responsibilities:
Research and Reference Services
Conducts high-level, customizable research and analysis in legal, business, and other subjects using appropriate print or electronic resources, as well as other libraries and industry colleagues.
Responds to research queries accurately, and in a timely and cost-effective manner.
Monitors research intake and handles research projects in accordance with the schedule implemented by the department.
Leads or coordinates large or group projects, as required.
Presents results using department branding and templates whenever possible.
Advises, mentors, and oversees skill development of more junior research staff. Oversees work product.
Serves as practice, subject, industry and/or type of research specialist in areas identified by the Manager.
Orientation, Training and Knowledge Sharing Services
Assists with the development of orientation, training, research guides, Spotlights, and other reference materials.
Participates in formal orientation and training sessions.
Conducts on-demand training in the use of print or electronic resources.
Identifies attorney research and training needs and proactively provides opportunities for education.
Assists in developing content for the intranet and other internal firm meetings.
Continuing Education and Communication
Maintains current knowledge of developments in research and competitive intelligence services and resources.
Maintains awareness of current and emerging technologies relevant to research services and shares knowledge with the team and attorney groups.
Actively participates in department, practice, and other internal firm meetings
Other Duties
Reviews, evaluates, and recommends new resources.
Participates in collection development, collection maintenance, budget management, supervision of filing services, shelf reading and other activities to make sure that we maintain a useful collection in each office.
Participates in, or leads, special projects as assigned.
Assume additional responsibilities as requested.
This role requires 60% in office presence; remote work is permissible 40% of the time.
Qualifications:
Master of Library Science from an ALA accredited school or equivalent degree
5+ years progressively responsible experience, including significant experience in a law firm or corporate information center. Law firm experience is strongly preferred.
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The salary range for this position in DC, CA, and NY is $80,000 to $120,000. This position is bonus eligible. Mintz offers a comprehensive benefits package.
To see the full job description and apply: https://careers.mintz.com/viRecruitSelfApply/RecApplicantEmail.aspx?Tag=1832e0e5-5b63-4e21-9591-b3235e6b176e

Position: Supervisory Librarian (Section Head Africa Section)
Location: Library of Congress
Salary: $139,395 – $181,216

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This position is located in the Africa Section, African, Latin American and Western European Division, Acquisitions and Bibliographic Access Directorate, Discovery and Preservation Services.
The position description number for this position is 137599.
The salary range indicated reflects the locality pay adjustment for the Washington, D.C., Metropolitan area.
This is a supervisory, non-bargaining unit position.
Duties
The incumbent of this position serves as Section Head and is responsible for managing the work of the section, which focuses on the acquisition and cataloging of serials, electronic resources and government publications from the United States. The incumbent plays a leading role in managing the transfer of US government publications into and out of the Library, as well as in its relations with other government agencies within the United States as part of this. The incumbent manages the section responsible for the majority of both electronic resource acquisitions and web harvesting acquisitions within the Acquisitions and Bibliographic Access directorate. The incumbent oversees the work of a staff of librarians and library technicians performing these functions, performing administrative and human resource management functions relative to the staff supervised. The incumbent serves under the administrative supervision of the division chief. The incumbent works highly independently, exercising considerable judgment, and carries out duties and responsibilities in accordance with broad overall guidelines and policies.
Supervises a group of employees performing work up to the GS-13 level. Provides administrative and technical supervision necessary for accomplishing the work of the unit. Determines the human resources needed to accomplish the work of the unit, and independently plans, schedules, coordinates and carries out the unit’s activities.
Performs the administrative and human resource management functions relative to the staff supervised. Establishes guidelines and performance expectations, including quality assurance, for staff members which are clearly communicated through the formal employee performance management system. Observes workers’ performance and demonstrates and conducts work performance critiques. Provides informal feedback and annual formal evaluations to employees. Resolves informal complaints and grievances. Develops work improvement plans, recommending personnel actions as necessary. Provides advice and counsel to workers related to work and administrative matters. Effects disciplinary measures as appropriate to the authority delegated in this area. Reviews and approves or disapproves leave requests.
Responsible for furthering the goals of equal employment opportunity (EEO) by taking positive steps to assure the accomplishment of diversity objectives and by adhering to non-discriminatory employment practices in regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, and disability. Specifically, initiates non-discriminatory practices for the area under his/her supervision in the following: (1) merit promotion of employees and recruitment and hiring of applicants; (2) fair treatment of all; (3) encouragement and recognition of employee achievements; (4) career development of employees; and (5) full utilization of their skills.
Serves as an expert in the organization, development, and implementation of multiple projects. Serves as a project leader, team leader, or chairperson for working groups, task forces, committees, etc. Coordinates the details involved in special projects of lasting importance. Utilizes critical judgment to determine scope, emphasis, approach, appropriate techniques, and manner of presentation. Develops technical standards or protocols applicable to a library function. Participates in planning the work of a unit, including formulating goals and objectives and identifying improvements in methods and procedures. May serve as COTR or administer service contracts.
Makes significant recommendations to change, interpret, or develop important or innovative policies, programs, approaches, or analysis methods. Assesses the availability of financial and human resources, and independently plans, schedules, coordinates and carries out activities related to the library acquisitions program. Assists in preparing and overseeing the acquisitions budget. Ensures the comprehensiveness and accessibility of library collections. Makes extensive unreviewed technical judgments regarding library operations.
Ensures that invoices and credits for library materials are received, entered, cleared, and approved in accordance with Library procedures and statutory requirements (i.e., the Prompt Payment Act). Ensures that vendor complaints and/or statements concerning non-payment are investigated and resolved promptly by appropriate personnel and offices; ensures compliance with audit requirements.
Interprets and revises existing training policy and program guidance for use by others, including section, division, and/or directorate members. Independently plans, schedules, coordinates, and monitors the effectiveness of training operations.
Performs various other duties as assigned.
Requirements
Conditions of Employment
The Supervisor leads his/her staff toward meeting the Library’s vision, mission, and goals by acting decisively, leveraging diversity and inclusiveness, demonstrating flexibility and resilience, fostering continuous improvement and innovation, and fostering integrity and honesty. To view the Library’s Supervisory Core Competencies click the following link: https://www.loc.gov/static/portals/careers/documents/loc_supervisor_core_competencies.pdf
Library of Congress employees are prohibited from using illegal drugs, including marijuana. The Library is part of the Federal Government and abides by federal law, so regardless of individual state or District of Columbia laws, marijuana use is illegal, considered criminal activity, and can affect your employment at the Library. In addition, past or current drug use and activities (e.g., selling or distributing) may deem you ineligible for employment.
Qualifications
Applicants must have had progressively responsible experience and training sufficient in scope and quality to furnish them with an acceptable level of the following knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the duties of the position without more than normal supervision.
Ability to supervise, motivate and lead a diverse workforce.**
Ability to analyze, plan, develop and execute library programs and projects.**
Knowledge of the principles, concepts, and techniques of library science.**
Ability to provide consultation or liaison duties.
Knowledge of integrated library systems, library applications, and other information technologies.
Ability to provide training.
Ability to communicate in writing.
Ability to communicate effectively other than in writing.
Education
All librarians must meet the requirements for professional education in library science or possess equivalent experience and education.
A. Completion of 1 full academic year of graduate study in library science in an accredited college or university, in addition to completion of all work required for a bachelor’s degree;
or
B. A total of at least 5 years of a combination of college-level education, training, and experience. To qualify on this basis, the applicant must establish conclusively that the education, training, and experience provided a knowledge and understanding of the theories, principles, and techniques of professional librarianship; a knowledge of literature resources; and the knowledge and abilities essential for providing effective library and information services.
You must submit a legible copy of your college/university transcripts to your online application. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable at the time of application. Official transcripts will be required if selected. Failure to submit the required legible documentation at the time of application will result in disqualification of your application.
Foreign Education – Education completed outside the U.S. must be deemed equivalent to conventional/accredited U.S. education programs to be acceptable for Federal employment. If your college/university is outside the U.S., your transcripts must be accompanied by a report from a credential evaluation service that is a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or the Association of International Credentials Evaluators (AICE). Failure to submit a foreign education evaluation report will result in disqualification of your application.

Position: Librarian (Art)
Location: Smithsonian Institution
Salary: $51,332 – $66,731

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The Smithsonian Institution (SI) is the world’s largest museum, education, and research complex, with 21 museums and the National Zoo. This position is located in the Smithsonian Libraries and Archives (SLA). The Smithsonian Libraries and Archives gathers, organizes, and disseminates the records and history of the Institution to support its research, curatorial, exhibition, publication, public service, and education programs.
Duties
The Librarian (Art) is responsible for providing art, art history, and/or related field references and research services to diverse clientele of museum staff and external researchers. This vacancy will be used to fill positions in our Hirshhorn Museum and Sculpture Garden located in Washington, DC and Cooper Hewitt, Smithsonian Design Museum located in New York, NY.
In this position, you will:
Perform collection management activities related to fine arts and/or art history: identifies, selects, obtains, organizes, and maintains library collections and resources including serial control, inventory, stacks maintenance, deaccessioning, and preservation activities.
Provide basic and routine instruction on the use of the library, services, resources, and equipment to users, such as the use of the online catalogs, accessing electronic materials, scanners and copiers, space and shelving arrangement, and the policies of the Smithsonian Libraries and Archives as it relates to art and/or art history.
Support the diverse and often specialized research and information needs of internal and external researchers, providing research consultations and project assistance and responses to requests for basic information or library assistance. Under supervision, is also responsible for library services such as circulation and interlibrary loan.
Participate in initiatives for outreach and engagement activities tailored for the needs of internal and external researchers, including orientations to the library, tours, workshops and trainings, drop-in sessions, etc. Develop, maintain, and assess guides, tutorials, relevant webpages, and other outreach and orientation tools in a variety of formats.
Contribute to basic library operation functions, including monitoring of facilities and equipment; supply inventory and ordering; statistical reporting; assisting in the management of temporary staff; and other administrative tasks.
Requirements
Conditions of Employment
Pass Pre-employment Background Investigation
May need to complete a Probationary Period
Maintain a Bank Account for Direct Deposit/Electronic Transfer
Males born after 12/31/59 must be registered with Selective Service.
Conditions of Employment
Qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of the announcement.
For information on qualification requirements, see Qualification Standards Handbook for General Schedule Positions on OPM website.
The work is in an office (library) setting and is a mix of sedentary computer work, physical activity, and lifting of moderately heavy items such as boxes of books or journals, which could weigh as much as 30 pounds unassisted.
Qualifications
Basic Qualification Requirements:
All librarians must meet the requirements for professional education in library science or possess equivalent experience and education.
A. Completion of 1 full academic year of graduate study in library science in an accredited college or university, in addition to completion of all work required for a bachelor’s degree.
OR
B. A total of at least 5 years of a combination of college-level education, training, and experience. To qualify on this basis, the applicant must establish conclusively that the education, training, and experience provided a knowledge and understanding of the theories, principles, and techniques of professional librarianship; a knowledge of literature resources; and the knowledge and abilities essential for providing effective library and information services.
In addition to meeting the basic requirement above, to qualify for this position you must also meet the specialized experience and/or education requirements listed below:
GS-09 Experience:You qualify for this position if you have one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-07 level in the Federal Service. For this position Specialized experience is defined as providing reference assistance, searching bibliographic databases, performing, or assisting with circulation and interlibrary loan services, and assisting with collection development and outreach activities, within the subject areas of art and/or art history.
OR
Two full years of progressively higher-level graduate education or master’s in library science or equivalent graduate degree, e.g., LL.B. or J.D., related to the position.
Or a Combination: Education and experience may be combined to meet the basic qualifications. For a full explanation of this option please see the Qualification Standards. Special Instructions for Foreign Education: If you are qualifying by education and/or you have education completed in a foreign college/university described above, it is your responsibility to provide transcripts and proof of U.S. accreditation for foreign study. For instructions on where to fax these documents, see the “Required Documents” section of this announcement.
You must submit a legible copy of your college/university transcripts to your online application. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable at the time of application. Official transcripts will be required if selected. Failure to submit the required legible documentation at the time of application will result in disqualification of your application.
Education
FOREIGN EDUCATION: If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university.