What are the responsibilities and job description for the Technical Collections Specialist position at Columbia Helicopters Inc.?
Job Overview
Columbia Helicopters Inc. is seeking a highly skilled Technical Collections Specialist to join our team. This role is responsible for the maintenance of technical data in both physical and virtual libraries, providing reference and research support to users.
Key Responsibilities
- Catalogs technical data from various sources according to industry and professional library standards.
- Reproduces data on demand for internal and external distribution, adhering to defined policies.
- Controls document distribution from the Technical Library.
- Oversees external subscription services and documents.
- Collaborates with Lead Librarian on technical support for Library software and systems.
- Works with the Lead Librarian and Legal department to provide direct support and oversight of technical information exports.
- Offers reference support to users of the CHI Technical Library, assisting them in utilizing available resources and conducting research.
- Processes, tracks, and updates distributed and returned controlled data transmittals.
- Maintains the organization of data in the Technical Library by updating web presence, ordering and maintaining up-to-date technical data, and checking-in, filing, and shelving documents.
Required Skills and Qualifications
- Masters degree in Library Science is required.
- 2 years experience working in a technical library environment, operating independently as a professional librarian.
- Background in aviation or a related field is helpful.
- Experience with library cataloging software and general cataloging standards and practices.
- Familiarity with special libraries' practices and procedures.
- Ability to effectively support diverse user needs in a library setting.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Ability to work independently and in a team-oriented environment.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and ability to learn other applications.
