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LAC Federal
Federal library information management services
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Arlington, VA, USA
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- Bachelor’s degree in Library and Information Science required.
- Minimum of four (4) years of experience in information centers or library programs.
- Demonstrated knowledge of library and information science theory and practice, collection development and management, cataloging, reference, and serials management.
- Knowledge of information technology platforms, digital libraries, ePublishing, and social media.
- Familiarity with copyright law and clearance processes.
- Strong customer service orientation and time management.
- Ability to use specialized databases and organize information resources.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills, including the ability to brief classes and produce evaluative reports.
- Sensitivity to cultural diversity and experience in multicultural environment
- Provide reference, research, evaluative, and instructional services to Information Center clientele.
- Manage circulation activities including registering patrons, producing circulation cards, charging materials in/out, shelving, and training staff on circulation systems.
- Maintain and evaluate print, media, and serial collections, recommending external resources and supporting a collection management and de-accession policy with emphasis on electronic resources and eBooks.
- Advise patrons on copyright requirements and restrictions.
- Open and close the Information Center as required.
- Provide instruction to students, classes, and instructional staff on use of Information Center and library resources.
- Maintain Information Center web presence and web-based resources in support of instructional and training needs.
- Master of Library and Information Science from an ALA-accredited program strongly preferred.
- Knowledge of foreign affairs, international relations, world geography, and world history preferred.
LAC Federal provides library and information management services to U.S. government agencies, focusing on federal libraries and information centers. It offers archiving, preservation, data management, and outreach, using tailored solutions to improve efficiency and accessibility of government information. It collaborates on knowledge management initiatives to capture and preserve institutional knowledge, aiming to maximize system uptime and ensure information is readily available. Acquired by Library Systems & Services in 2021, its government-focused expertise and uptime commitment set it apart, with the goal of reliably organizing and preserving government information to support federal missions.
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Headquarters
Rockville, Maryland
Founded
1986
Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Supports USDA food safety outreach via portals and social media.
- Employs Configuration Management for library system efficiency.
- Delivers web portal design for government public initiatives.
What critics are saying
- Accenture undercuts pricing, causing contract losses in 6-12 months.
- Palantir AI displaces archiving contracts in 12-24 months.
- Parent LS&S bankruptcy triggers divestiture in 18-24 months.
What makes LAC Federal unique
- LAC Federal specializes in federal library archiving since 2003.
- Manages National Agricultural Library's AgLaw librarian role.
- Awarded FEDLINK Library Services Contract for federal support.
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