Position: Information Specialist
Prestigious design and brand strategy consulting firm in New York seeks an Information Specialist. This position requires 2-5 years of prior experience in a library setting.
Responsibilities
- Provide detailed research in multiple industries to staff of 50+ consultants in five offices
- Develop instructional guides and provide training on the use of specific research tools
- Analyze and evaluate new resources by assessing their usefulness in meeting staff information needs
- Assist in cataloging and management of internal document and image collection
- Monitor news on clients and select industries and topics
- Maintain and enhance industry research guides
- Maintain library intranet site
Qualifications
- MLS from an accredited program
- Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills as well as strong oral and written communication skills
- Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, problem solve and maintain accurate records
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office products (PowerPoint, Word and Excel)
- Knowledge of Factiva, Hoovers, Thomson or other similar products
- Knowledge of and experience with databases
A Plus
- Experience with Macs, HTML and/or FileMaker
- Knowledge of design and/or architecture and/or art history
- Experience cataloging photographs or slides
Salary commensurate with experience.
Qualified applicants, please email your resume and cover letter to hrjobs@lippincott.com
About Lippincott
Lippincott is a leading brand strategy and design consultancy. The firm was founded in 1943 as Lippincott & Margulies and pioneered the discipline of corporate identity. Lippincott operates globally from its offices in the United States, Europe and Asia.
www.lippincott.com
