Information Resources Manager

LAC Federal is seeking an experienced Librarian / Information Resources Manager to provide leadership and operational oversight of library and information resource services for a federal library that supports federal regulatory and legal oversight and compliance in Washington, DC. This position will oversee the delivery, management, and continuous improvement of specialized research services, electronic information resources, library systems, and subscription-based data platforms used by accountants, attorneys, economists, financial analysts, and regulatory professionals. The successful candidate will combine expertise in library and information management with strong business acumen, budget administration, vendor management, and executive-level communication skills to ensure that critical research and information resources effectively support the customer's regulatory mission.

Duties and Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership and Management

• Advise on and execute a strategic vision for the information resources and library services to align with Agency goals.
• Oversee the Agency’s array of electronic data, online services, and print resources, ensuring optimal usage and alignment with user needs.
• Supervise the library team responsible for delivering high-quality information services and library support.
• Build and maintain strong partnerships with internal stakeholders, including board members, the CFO, division leaders, and program representatives, to ensure resource alignment with Agency priorities.

Information Resource Optimization

• Manage and enhance all modules of the Agency’s library services platform, including cataloging, circulation, serials, acquisitions, reporting, ERM (Electronic Resource Management), and OPAC (Online Public Access Catalog).
• Ensure Library cataloging complies with MARC (Machine-readable cataloging) standards.
• Continuously assess and improve the Information Services SharePoint site for enhanced usability and collaboration.

Budget and Vendor Oversight

• Coordinate the development and management of the annual publications and third-party data subscriptions budget, working closely with finance and executive leadership.
• Track, analyze, and report variances between actual spending and budgeted allocations.
• Build and maintain strong working relationships with Agency’s dozens of data and content vendors, including negotiating contract renewals that align with the Agency’s budget parameters and information needs.
• Collaborate effectively with Procurement to secure and renew subscriptions that maximize Agency value.

Data Governance and Compliance

• Ensure consistency in subscription usage and related information governance practices for library information resources.
• Monitor newly released content and industry research relevant to the Agency’s mission and notify key staff.
• Develop and enforce policies and procedures that govern the effective use of information resources, including in the area of artificial intelligence.

Stakeholder Engagement and Training

• Serve as a trusted advisor and info SME to Agency staff, delivering training on the effective use of information resources.
• Consult with program leaders to assess and address their evolving information needs.
• Facilitate Agency learning by educating staff on available tools, resources, and best practices for content and data utilization.

Research and Content Delivery

• Lead complex research efforts involving academic and trade publications, accounting and auditing standards, and relevant databases.
• Synthesize and present information in formats that enable decision-making for leadership and staff.