The Information Science Specialist position, provides technical guidance and expertise to the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Office of Scientific and Technical Information (OSTI) within computer-based systems related to the acquisition, processing, management and dissemination of scientific and technical information. Serve as liaison support to a national scientific and technical community.
General Knowledge, Skills, Abilities
· Ability to proactively gather, analyze and manage data
· Ability to translate technical information to an audience-appropriate level.
· Excellent written and verbal skills.
· Excellent overall computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel, OneNote and other MS Office applications.
· Experience and ability to work as part of a diverse team.
· Thorough knowledge of English grammar, syntax and spelling.
· Thorough knowledge of editorial and publication techniques, procedures and standards for print and web publishing operations.
· Demonstrated publication preparation ability in print and web formatting.
· Strong customer relationship skills.
· Self-motivated & professional with the ability to work independently, consistently meeting deadlines and delivering high-quality materials
Education
· Requires a Bachelor’s degree in information/library science, science, technical writing, Journalism, or other related field. Information Science Master’s degree preferred. Science-related experience and background preferred.
· Demonstrated ability to proactively gather and analyze data.
· Demonstrated ability to clearly and effectively communicate both verbally and in written format.
· Good overall computer skills, including Microsoft Word and other MS Office applications.
· Ability to work as part of a diverse team.
· Strong customer relationship skills.
· Self-motivated & professional with the ability to work independently, consistently meeting deadlines and delivering high-quality materials
This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a clearance from the Department of Energy, which requires US Citizenship.
We are proud to be an EEO/AA employer M/F/D/V. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.