Summer Assistant - Library - Research Services Department. Job at Supreme Court

Duties

The Summer Assistant in the Research Services Department of the Library will create and update research guides and bibliographies, work on weeding and collection development projects, and assist librarians with selected research questions. Depending on the assistant's educational background, additional duties and projects may be assigned.

Requirements

• Meet Experience Requirements (see Qualifications)
• Employment is subject to successful completion of a security background check.
• If you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959, you must certify that you have registered with the Selective Service System, or are exempt from having to do so under the Selective Service Law. See: www.sss.gov

Qualifications

Applicants must meet the following qualifications:

• Meet education requirements (see below).
• Work experience, preferably in a library or legal office setting.
• Ability to communicate clearly, courteously, and effectively both orally and in writing required.
• Availability for at least eight weeks.

Education

Enrollment in, or completion of, a Master of Library Science degree program including completion of at least one government documents or legal bibliography course -OR- successful completion of one year toward a law degree and library work experience.

Additional Information

Summer Assistants are temporary staff members. Appointments are for a minimum of 8 weeks and a maximum of 12 weeks. Summer Assistants are eligible for the SmartBenefits transit subsidy. Please note that the Court does not offer a parking benefit to Summer Assistants.

A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.