Research Support Specialist with Security Clearance

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Job description

The Team and the Role IND US is a 100% employee-owned, customer-focused government services provider with expertise in Engineering, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Program/Financial Management, Logistics, and Data Analytics. At IND US , we believe in the value of the IND US team. Together we deliver exceptional customer service, foster a growth and support-centered work environment, and focus on how we can give back to the communities that we serve. Empowering our employees starts on day one and creates an environment full of innovation and promise. By offering mentorship and robust Training and Development opportunities, IND US continues its pursuit to be the Employer of Choice. Reporting to the Program Manager, the Research Support Specialist provides administrative, research, and communications support to a Navy program office. This is a contingent position expected to be located in Dahlgren, VA. What You'll Do Provide ongoing maintenance activities of a technical library collection, including collection and document development, cataloging, processing, circulation, deletion, and disposal. Research technical reference requests via online/internet researching methods, as well as hardcopy/primary source research methods. Provide reference support, maintain print collections, online collections and subscriptions which include accounts for the Federal Library and Information Network and the Library of Congress (FEDLINK). Provide library technical support to NSWCDD Technical Departments including Innovation Labs. Develop and maintain an archival process in accordance with the National Archives and Records Administration for storing and retrieving physical and digital artifacts through Past Perfect Museum Software, to include photographs, newspapers, documents, and videos. Research, examine, and retrieve artifacts from the National Archives and other repositories, interface with the community to acquire artifacts, communicate organizational history, document history through research and oral interviews, curate and display heritage exhibits, and distribute contents to appropriate repositories. Bid and proposal support if requested. Other duties as assigned. What We're Looking For Required Qualifications: An active secret clearance is required to be considered for this position. Bachelor's degree from an accredited university required. At least four (4) years of related experience in research support, library, historic preservation, or technical information profession with emphasis on web page research cataloging support, creating and managing web page links; performs maintenance and updates web pages and develops responses to inquiries and data calls concerning the web pages. Must possess basic computer literacy and data entry skills. Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (to include MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.). Strong attention to detail and organizational skills. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Demonstrated problem-solving skills. Must possess strong time management skills. Must be able to work in a fast-paced, changing, and challenging environment. Must be able to remain seated in a stationary position 50% of the time. Must also be able to alternate between sitting, standing, and walking. Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the future. INDUS is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, seeking to create a welcoming and diverse environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, genetics, age, or veteran status or any other applicable legally protected status or characteristic.

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