This is a summer position with the Library of the Supreme Court of the United States in Washington, D.C.
Closing Date: Tuesday, 04/05/2022, 11:59 PM EDT
Please note that this vacancy has a limit of 200 applicants. The job opportunity announcement will automatically close if that limit is reached prior to the closing date.
This is a summer position with the Library of the Supreme Court of the United States in Washington, D.C.
Closing Date: Tuesday, 04/05/2022, 11:59 PM EDT
Please note that this vacancy has a limit of 200 applicants. The job opportunity announcement will automatically close if that limit is reached prior to the closing date.
The primary work assigned to the Summer Assistant consists of creating metadata for a complex collection of Supreme Court documents and performing some original cataloging. The Summer Assistant will assist with a re-labeling / item record creation project focused on legal materials. As time permits the Summer Assistant will have an opportunity to work with the Special Collections / Records and Briefs Librarian to assist in processing materials for the Collection.
Applicants must meet the following qualifications:
1. Meet education requirements (see below).
2. Demonstrated experience in working with special collections.
3. Demonstrated cataloging or metadata experience, preferably in a library or legal office setting.
4. Demonstrated experience with Microsoft Office products.
5. Ability to communicate clearly, courteously, and effectively both orally and in writing required.
6. Availability for at least eight weeks.
Other Considerations:
1. A law degree or work towards a J.D. is not required, but familiarity with special collections, the American legal system, and/or legal publishing will be helpful.
Enrollment in a Master of Library Science degree program including completion of at least two metadata creation or traditional cataloging courses that included RDA and, if not graduated, at least two semesters completed towards a library degree.
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
We will review and assess your application package in comparison with the posted qualifications for the position.
You must upload the cover letter and resume. These two documents documents are required and must be received by the closing date, 04/05/2022, in order to be considered. Please submit only these required documents.
Upon submission, you will receive an e-mail acknowledging receipt of your application. Please be advised that your application will not be considered complete unless all of the required documents have been received. All applicants will be notified once a selection has been made.
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