Title: Research
and Knowledge Management Librarian
Location: New
York, New York
Salary: Based
upon education and experience
CFR’s
Library and Research Services department seeks a versatile and creative
information professional to join us as we begin to integrate the library’s
digital research collections with the institution’s strategic enterprise
content management (ECM) plan. The institution
is moving to a SharePoint environment, conducting content audits, reviewing
information architecture, and creating taxonomies that will underpin
administrative and research processes.
The Library is redesigning its presentation and institutional
integration of core research sources to support information discovery and maximize
effective use of resources. We are looking for a librarian who brings
experience in social science reference services and
innovative ideas in instruction, experience with taxonomy and metadata for
research sources and enterprise content management, and indexing skills.
The
major responsibilities of this position will include (but are not limited to):
·
Provides
general and in-depth reference services and consultation on CFR research
projects.
·
Works
with colleagues to develop Library's research web sites and design information
delivery programs that support CFR projects and administrative processes.
·
Collaborates
with other departments to identify, implement, and assess effectiveness of
various technology solutions in delivering reference and instruction.
·
Works
with fellow librarians to create and deliver innovative instructional resources
(orientations,
workshops, etc.).
·
Assesses
effectiveness of training in furthering CFR missions through follow-up
interviews, web based assessments, usability studies, and regular audits of
information preferences of institutional researchers and administrators.
·
Assumes
responsibility for cataloging and classification of CFR publications and a
small collection of library materials, including revision of copy cataloging
and creates indexes for access to information on CFR history.
·
Contributes
to selection, acquisition and organization of books and materials in
anticipation of changing institutional research priorities.
·
Participates
in establishing and continuous improvement of taxonomy structures for CFR
enterprise content management systems and licensed research sources.
·
Participates
in departmental strategic planning and the evaluation of the Library’s contribution
to institutional missions and goals.
Preferred
Qualifications:
·
Master's
degree in Library and Information Science from an ALA accredited program.
·
3-4
years of professional library experience designing and delivering reference and
instructional services in a complex academic, non-profit, or business
environment.
·
Ability
to implement technological innovations to facilitate and improve analysis of
research needs and to assess research services.
·
Demonstrated
familiarity with databases, publications, informal networks, and data sources
that support international affairs and geoeconomic research.
·
Working
knowledge of information management principles, techniques, and technology for
classification, preservation, search and records management in both print and
digital formats.
·
Demonstrated
skill in building taxonomies, controlled vocabulary and creating keywords.
·
Ability
to approach projects in a practical and entrepreneurial manner, with strong
creative, critical thinking, and problem solving skills.
·
Readily
able to manage capacity and workload with flexibility and responsiveness.
·
A
collegial style suited to work in a small office setting where teamwork is
highly valued.
·
Exceptional
communication skills and the ability to convey complex processes in clear and
simple terms.
·
Proficient
in the use of technology in all facets of work including standard office
products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook).
·
Experience
with information/knowledge management projects that developed robust research
and information delivery systems and experience with integrating library and
research services into a Sharepoint environment, a plus.
CFR
is a leading independent, nonpartisan membership organization, think tank, and
publisher. Founded in 1921, CFR is dedicated to being a resource for its
members, government officials, business executives, journalists, educators and
students, civic and religious leaders, and other interested citizens to better
understand the world and the foreign policy choices facing the United States
and other countries. CFR, with headquarters located in New York City and an
office in Washington, DC, conducts outreach programs to target constituencies
nationwide. The organization’s 4,500+ members are leaders in global issues and
include representatives from a broad range of fields. CFR also
publishes Foreign Affairs, the preeminent journal on international affairs.
CFR provides commentary and analysis about the world and U.S. foreign policy on
its award-winning website, CFR.org,
on ForeignAffairs.com, and through
social media channels such as Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube.
To Apply:
Qualified
candidates should email, fax, or mail a resume and
cover letter to the Human Resources department at the above address. PLEASE
INCLUDE THE POSITION NAME IN THE SUBJECT OF YOUR EMAIL. The Council on Foreign
Relations is an equal opportunity employer and actively seeks candidates from a
diverse background.
Council
on Foreign Relations
Human
Resources Office
58
E. 68th St., New York, NY 10065
FAX: (212) 434-9893
