Senior Library Information Specialist, Persian/Farsi

Library Systems & Services, LLC

Senior Library Information Specialist supporting the Department of the Air Force's scientific intelligence mission. Conducting Persian/Farsi-language research and providing information services in a secure environment.

Posted 7/24/2026full-timeDayton • Ohio • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates near-native proficiency in Persian/Farsi with strong translation skills, alongside expertise in utilizing commercial and open-source research databases. Capable of managing foreign-language library collections and ensuring compliance with government security and copyright standards.

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Near-Native Proficiency In Persian/FarsiExperience With MARC21 And RDAProficiency In Microsoft Office SuiteExperience Supporting Libraries Or Research OrganizationsKnowledge Of Metadata Standards

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Hard Skills

Research Database ProficiencyForeign-Language Collection ManagementCataloging Foreign-Language MaterialsMetadata CreationTechnical Publication Summarization

Soft Skills

Excellent Written And Verbal CommunicationStrong Organizational SkillsCollaborative Teamwork

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft Office SuiteIntegrated Library SystemsDigital Repositories

Certifications & Qualifications

Master Of Library And Information Science (MLIS/MLS)

Industry Keywords

Persian/Farsi Academic PublishingGovernment PublicationsCommercial Information VendorsDepartment Of DefenseIntelligence Community

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Conduct advanced Persian/Farsi-language research using commercial databases, publicly available information (PAI), and commercially available information (CAI) resources to support Government research requirements.
Identify, evaluate, and acquire Persian/Farsi-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 Persian/Farsi-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

What you’ll need

U.S. Citizen.
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
Near-native proficiency in reading and writing Persian/Farsi, with the ability to translate or summarize technical publications accurately in English.
Demonstrated understanding of Persian/Farsi 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.
Master of Library and Information Science (MLIS/MLS) from an ALA-accredited institution is preferred.
Two or more years of professional experience supporting libraries, research organizations, intelligence programs, or scientific information centers is preferred.
Experience acquiring or managing foreign-language library collections is preferred.
Experience cataloging foreign-language materials using MARC21, RDA, OCLC Connexion, or other integrated library systems is preferred.
Familiarity with scientific and technical information resources, engineering literature, patents, standards, or defense-related publications is preferred.
Experience administering electronic resources, subscription databases, or digital repositories is preferred.
Knowledge of metadata standards, authority control, taxonomy development, or multilingual metadata creation is preferred.
Experience supporting Department of Defense, Intelligence Community, or other federal agencies is preferred.
Familiarity with Persian/Farsi academic publishing, government publications, and commercial information vendors is preferred.
Experience working in secure or controlled information environments is preferred.

Benefits

Comp & perks

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