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Inter Sources Inc

Language Specialist

Sunnyvale, CA · On-site

Language Specialist (Customer Support (Email)) Location: Sunny Vale, CA Duration: 6-12 months ... Russian, Serbian, Slovak, Slovenian, Spanish, Swedish, Thai, Turkish, Ukrainian, Vietnamese,

Inter Sources Inc

Language Specialist

Sunnyvale, CA · On-site

Language Specialist (Customer Support (Email)) Location: Sunny Vale, CA Duration: 6-12 months ... Russian, Serbian, Slovak, Slovenian, Spanish, Swedish, Thai, Turkish, Ukrainian, Vietnamese,

Placer County

Eligibility Specialist - Trainee

Auburn, CA · On-site

$4.4K/mo

Eligibility Specialist - Trainee Salary: $25.77 - $25.77/hour; $4,466.80 - $4,466.80/month; $53,601 ... Bilingual skills in Spanish and/or Russian are preferred but not required for the current vacancies.

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Senior Library Information Specialist (Russian)

Library Systems & Services LLC

Dayton, OH • On-site

$85K - $110K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 21 days ago

Job description

Job Type
Full-time
Description
The Senior Library Information Specialist (Russian Language) will support the a federal intelligence information center. This position provides specialized research, collection development, acquisitions, and information services supporting the Department of the Air Force's scientific and technical intelligence mission. The successful candidate will identify, evaluate, acquire, organize, and disseminate Russian-language scientific, technical, political, and commercial publications while supporting researchers through advanced information discovery, metadata development, electronic resource management, and customer-focused library services in a secure federal environment.
Responsibilities
  • Conduct advanced Russian-language research using commercial databases, publicly available information (PAI), and commercially available information (CAI) resources to support Government research requirements.
  • Identify, evaluate, and acquire Russian-language books, journals, reports, conference proceedings, standards, technical publications, digital resources, and subscription services.
  • Monitor emerging scientific, technical, industrial, political, and cultural publications relevant to customer organizations and provide timely notifications of new resources.
  • Establish and maintain professional relationships with publishers, vendors, research institutes, and information providers worldwide.
  • Provide research assistance and respond to Requests for Information (RFIs) involving scientific and technical information resources.
  • Create and maintain descriptive metadata, including English translations or transliterations of Russian-language titles, abstracts, and publication information for the Library's Content Management System (CMS).
  • Assist with cataloging and creation of brief bibliographic records for foreign-language materials.
  • Support administration of electronic resources by maintaining accurate subscription information and usage data.
  • Prepare summaries, reports, and information products documenting research activities, acquisitions, and customer support provided during each reporting period.
  • Collaborate with fellow language specialists, librarians, and technical staff to improve workflows, enhance information discovery services, and support continuous process improvement initiatives.
  • Ensure compliance with Government security requirements, copyright restrictions, licensing agreements, and contract quality standards.

Requirements
Mandatory Qualifications
  • U.S. Citizen.
  • Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
  • Near-native proficiency in reading and writing Russian, with the ability to translate or summarize technical publications accurately in English.
  • Demonstrated understanding of Russian social, political, scientific, and cultural environments.
  • Excellent written and verbal English communication skills.
  • Demonstrated proficiency using commercial and open-source research databases, web search tools, and digital information resources.
  • Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple simultaneous assignments and changing priorities.
  • Demonstrated proficiency using Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
  • Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, customer-focused environment.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain all required Government security credentials.

Preferred Qualifications
  • Master of Library and Information Science (MLIS/MLS) from an ALA-accredited institution.
  • Two or more years of professional experience supporting libraries, research organizations, intelligence programs, or scientific information centers.
  • Experience acquiring or managing foreign-language library collections.
  • Experience cataloging foreign-language materials using MARC21, RDA, OCLC Connexion, or other integrated library systems.
  • Familiarity with scientific and technical information resources, engineering literature, patents, standards, or defense-related publications.
  • Experience administering electronic resources, subscription databases, or digital repositories.
  • Knowledge of metadata standards, authority control, taxonomy development, or multilingual metadata creation.
  • Experience supporting Department of Defense, Intelligence Community, or other federal agencies.
  • Familiarity with Russian academic publishing, government publications, and commercial information vendors.
  • Experience working in secure or controlled information environments.

Physical Requirements
  • Ability to remain stationary for extended periods while performing computer-based research, analyzing Russian-language publications, creating metadata, and preparing reports.
  • Ability to operate standard office equipment and frequently use a computer, keyboard, and multiple monitors to conduct research, manage electronic resources, and maintain library systems.
  • Ability to occasionally move and handle library materials weighing up to 25 pounds, including books, journals, and archival or reference materials, as well as bend, reach, and retrieve materials from shelving or storage areas.

Benefits
  • Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
  • Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
  • Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
  • Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
  • Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
  • Short Term & Long-Term Disability
  • Training & Development

EEO Statement
The company and its subsidiaries are an equal opportunity employer and celebrate the population of differences and does not discriminate in its hiring/hiring practices, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Nothing in this job specification restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.
Critical features of this job are described under various headings above. They may be subject to change at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons. The above statements are strictly intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as a complete list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of employees in this position.
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.
To perform this job successfully, the incumbents will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently.
Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at will" relationship.
Salary Description
$85,000-$110,000

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