Title: Senior Manager of Information Services/Librarian
Location: Remote or Ashburn, VA
Salary Range: $75,168-$88,433
NRPA believes in the power of parks and recreation to increase the health, wellness, vitality, and resilience of communities everywhere. Rooted in social equity, NRPA advocates on behalf of all people, delivering funding, resources and innovative solutions to the issues impacting our communities.
NRPA is currently seeking a Senior Manager of Information Services/Librarian to join our Research, Evaluation and Technology department to lead the creation of an online information resource library that supports the park and recreation profession.
The Senior Manager of Information Services/Librarian is responsible for curating and distributing park and recreation information, research, and resources for the field. They identify park and recreation professionals’ and advocates’ information needs and detect emerging trends to support resource creation. The position curates NRPA, academic, and other external research, resources and toolkits for the profession while also serving as an information research resource for NRPA staff.
Specific Responsibilities Include:
Develop, maintain, and utilize the NRPA resource library to support park and recreation professionals, advocates and association staff.
Triage and respond to information and research inquiries received from external audiences (members, advocates, researchers). Respond within one business day to incoming calls for information and research support and provide accurate responses with readily available information.
Curate and catalog NRPA, academic, and other external research, resources and toolkits for park and recreation professionals and advocates.
Identify relevant external research, resources, and toolkits pertinent to the mission of park and recreation professionals and advocates. When necessary, translates external resources for a park and recreation audience.
Promote NRPA information research activities through engagement on NRPA communication channels, not limited to newsletters and online networking platforms.
Identifies emerging trends from information and research inquiries, conversations on online networking platforms and other sources to inform the field’s needs.
Provide support to staff to conduct routine online literature searches and any multimedia communications related.
Required Materials and Application Process: Applicants without the following required materials may not be considered for this position:
Resume
Cover Letter detailing your background and description how your experience and education would make you a successful candidate for this position (limit 2 pages).
Applicants will first be evaluated on the completeness and qualifications of application materials. Qualified applicants will then be invited for a phone screen and selected applicants will be invited to a Zoom interview. Finalists will be required to submit references for a reference and background check.
Who May Apply: This position is open to all qualified applicants.
NRPA values diversity, equity and inclusion and we are committed to integrating these core values more deeply into all elements of our daily work. NRPA is an equal opportunity employer and highly encourages people of all backgrounds to apply, including people of color, ethnic minorities, new Americans (immigrants and refugees), LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, native people, and veterans.
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s Degree or industry experience required. Master’s Degree (e.g., Master of Library or Information Science, Park and Recreation, Leisure Studies, Information) or extensive information research experience in a professional setting preferred.
Familiarity with parks and recreation, leisure studies, and/or public health preferred.
Strong written and verbal communication skills. Ability to translate complex concepts into easy-to-understand accessible language.
Training/experience with cataloging, metadata, and digital content description.
Customer service focus delivery
Adept at project and time management skills.
Strong collaboration skills with internal and external partners.
Demonstrates an understanding of diversity, equity and inclusion concepts, is able to represent those in external relationships, and ensures that they are reflected in the programs and activities for which they are responsible.
Experience with Microsoft Office tools, Member databases, Electronic information databases
Candidate Work Style
Excels in a dynamic, fast-paced work environment.
Self-directed and detail-oriented with a collaborative and professional team spirit to contribute to a collegial, team-oriented environment.
Willing to travel up to 30 days per year outside of the Washington Metropolitan Area or your remote work location. Remote workers must visit NRPA Headquarters periodically including attendance at the NRPA annual conference.
NOTES:
Telecommuting is allowed.
Additional Salary Information: Discover the Benefits at NRPA!
To promote healthy lifestyles, at work and away, we have established programs like Teleworking, Flextime Schedules, 37.5-hour workweek, Employee Assistance Programs, Educational Assistance Programs, Lunch-and-Learn sessions, and more. NRPA also offers a competitive Heath benefits package, generous PTO program where employees accrue 26 days of paid time per year, parental leave, and retirement and savings benefits.
Although we are currently working remotely due to public health safety, NRPA headquarters is situated on park land in Ashburn, Virginia. This campus boasts a warm professional environment, with a relaxing and peaceful view of nature at its finest! The space offers indoor & outdoor eating areas, as well as indoor & outdoor fitness opportunities, including an air-conditioned fitness room with access to showers, as well as foot trails for the outdoor enthusiast.
About National Recreation and Park Association
The National Recreation and Park Association
NRPA is a national, non-profit service organization devoted to advancing park, recreation and conservation efforts that enhance the quality of life for all Americans. The Association works to extend the social, health, cultural, and economic benefits of parks and recreation. Through its network of over 21,000 recreation and park professionals, NRPA encourages recreation initiatives for youths in high-risk environments, the promotion of healthy lifestyles, and the conservation of natural and cultural resources. NRPA works closely with national, state and local recreation and park agencies, corporations and citizen groups in carrying out its vision.
NRPA is committed to improving public understanding of leisure¡¦s significance in a full and meaningful life. Its long-range plan embraces the following goals.
„h To promote public awareness and support for recreation, park and leisure services, the constructive use of leisure, and the physical and mental health of the individual. NRPA also strives to promote public awareness of the environmental and natural resource management aspects of recreation and leisure services.
„h To facilita...te adoption of socially progressive and environmentally appropriate public policy for recreation and leisure services.
„h To strengthen professional and citizen skills and effectiveness, thus enhancing services to the public.
For more information, contact NRPA headquarters at phone: 703-858-0784, fax: 703-858-0794 or e-mail: info@nrpa.org.
