This is an excellent opportunity for recent graduates with 1-3 years of reference experience.
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VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

POSITION:               Reference Librarian I

DEPARTMENT:             Senate Library

SUMMARY:                Provides reference and research assistance to patrons; provides timely, confidential, non-partisan responses to information requests from the Senate community; promotes the effective use of information resources through instruction; educates patrons on research options and techniques; provides technical support and content for the library website on the Senate intranet; maintains reference files; monitors Senate floor activity and current events to support patron inquiries; and evaluate reference materials for purchase and retention.

OFFICE HOURS:   Work requires frequent late night and weekend hours to meet the schedule of the Senate

SALARY RANGE:   $58,145 - $90,124

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT:       Work is performed in an office environment and involves everyday risks or discomforts, requiring normal safety precautions when performing the work. Work requires frequent walking, standing, bending and carrying items up to 25 pounds.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Work requires a Master's Degree in Library Science from an ALA accredited program, with one to three years of reference experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the following knowledge, skills and abilities:
        Knowledge of Congress and the legislative process, procedures, organization and congressional documents
        Knowledge of the federal government and American legal system
        Knowledge of American politics, government and history
        Knowledge of resources, organization and classification schemes of the Library of Congress and Congressional Research Service
        Knowledge of applicable databases and network programs
        Knowledge of Internet software and hardware tools, including web page software
        Ability to apply the principles and techniques of reference librarianship in response to congressional inquiries
        Ability to access and utilize various traditional and online research resources
        Ability to use computer and relevant computer software packages
        Ability to comprehend and follow instructions
        Ability to maintain confidentiality
        Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
        Ability to organize and compile research data
        Ability to provide prompt and courteous customer service and resolve customer problems.

CONTACT:                Human Resources
                        Room SH-231B Hart Senate Office Building
                        Fax: 202-228-3603

POSTING DATE:   January 7, 2009

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS:      January 21, 2009
                                        Applications will not be accepted after 6:00 p.m.
                                        E-mail, Fax, or hand deliver applications. Do NOT mail.
                                        No phone calls please.

E-mail your submission to [log in to unmask] Put the title of the position you are applying for in the Subject of your e-mail.  If you do not reference the position you are applying for in the subject of your e-mail, your information may not be forwarded for further consideration.

Qualified candidates will be contacted and asked to submit a Secretary of the Senate Application for Employment if selected for an interview.  The Senate does not reimburse expenses related to travel for interview and/or relocation.

Candidates need to be able to meet eligibility requirements for hiring.

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Leona Faust
Head of Technical Services
U.S. Senate Library