Senior Information Specialist

Senior Information Specialist (2 Openings)

Zimmerman Associates, Inc. (ZAI)

Zimmerman Associates, Inc. (ZAI) is seeking two (2) dynamic and strategic Senior Information Specialists to lead collection development efforts while enhancing visibility and engagement through marketing and social media initiatives. This role blends traditional librarianship with modern outreach, ensuring collections remain relevant, accessible, and responsive to evolving user needs.

Position Overview

The Senior Information Specialist plays a critical role in shaping information resources, promoting services, and connecting diverse audiences to information through both in-person and digital platforms. This position supports the NIC Information Center and collaborates across teams to deliver high-impact services, training, and outreach.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee NIC Information Center services, including support for classroom events and specialized instructional presentations
• Collaborate on training initiatives and outreach programs
• Develop promotional materials, including newsletters, presentations, and digital content
• Manage electronic resources (e-resources), monitor usage, and analyze data to inform decisions
• Maintain vendor licenses and support vendor negotiations in coordination with leadership
• Lead collection development, evaluation, and management of print and digital resources
• Oversee cataloging, acquisitions, weeding, and circulation; delegate tasks among Information Specialists
• Analyze usage data, trends, and user feedback to guide collection strategy
• Develop and implement marketing strategies to promote collections, services, and programs
• Stay current on trends in publishing, information access, and digital engagement
• Provide advanced research and reference support

Required Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Library and Information Science (MLIS) or related field from an American Library Association (ALA)-accredited institution
• Minimum of five (5) years of progressive experience in library technologies, including:
  • Integrated Library Systems (ILS), preferably open-source
  • Electronic resource management (ERM)
  • Virtual reference/help desk systems
• Experience analyzing databases, datasets, and usage statistics
• Strong writing and editing skills
• Excellent customer service and collaboration skills
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance

Preferred Qualifications

• Background in criminal justice or corrections
• Experience in computer science, programming, or systems integration

Why Join ZAI?

At ZAI, you will contribute to impactful information services that support education, research, and public engagement. This role offers the opportunity to combine leadership in collection development with innovative outreach and digital engagement strategies.

Equal Opportunity Employer

ZAI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, veteran status, or any other legally protected status.

Apply today to be part of a team shaping the future of information access and engagement.

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