Central Intelligence Agency is hiring: Technical Services/Research Law Librarian

Technical Services/Research Law LibrarianTechnical Services/Research Law Librarians assist with the management of core legal information repositories for the Office of General Counsel.Full timeMaster of Library Science (MLS) degree from an ALA-accredited institutionU.S. citizens (dual U.S. citizens also eligible)At least 18 years of ageWilling to move to the Washington, DC areaAble to complete security and medical evaluationsAs a Technical Services/Research Law Librarian for CIA, you will assist with the management of core legal information repositories for the Office of General Counsel (OGC) to support its broad spectrum of practice areas. You will participate in the selection, acquisition, and maintenance of targeted legal information resources by providing guidance on legal research resources and best practices; providing current awareness of legal developments across OGC practice areas; and conducting unique legal research that leverages advanced research skills against specialized resources.To perform this job successfully, you must be able to perform the following key responsibilities:Serve as a central resource for managing OGC knowledge and informationApply knowledge of legal information in the maintenance of a classification/metadata schemeProvide guidance and training on the use and availability of resources and legal research capabilitiesPerform complex research, including locating federal statutes, regulations, executive orders, cases, international treaties, conventions, agreements, and protocolsCreate procedural and informational pathfinders, bibliographies, and other documentationWho You?ll Work WithAt the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA), we recognize our Nation?s strength comes from the diversity of its people. People from a broad range of backgrounds and viewpoints work at CIA, and our diverse teams are the reason we can keep our country safe.Our benefits support every aspect of a working professional?s life, including health and wellness, time off, family, finances, and continuing education. Our programs include highly sought-after government health benefits, flexible schedules, sick leave, and childcare. In some cases, we also offer sign-on incentives and cover moving expenses if you relocate.As a CIA employee, you?ll also get the satisfaction of knowing your work is part of something bigger than yourself. Our work is driven by one mission: to keep our Nation safe. Every day is an opportunity to enhance U.S. national security.Minimum RequirementsMaster of Library Science (MLS) degree from an ALA-accredited institutionAt least a 3.0 GPA on a 4-point scaleMinimum of two (2) years of experience as a librarian in a large legal firmLegal research skills with proficiency in Westlaw, Lexis-Nexis, and other common legal information platformsDemonstrated knowledge of search technologies and concrete, advanced information retrieval techniquesDemonstrated knowledge of the traditional legal research methodDemonstrated knowledge of cataloging principles, practices, and systemsExcellent written and verbal communications skillsFlexibility and strong interpersonal skillsDemonstrated ability to work independently and collaborativelyEnthusiastic commitment to customer service #J-18808-Ljbffr Apply Job!  

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