Reference Library Technician
New Orleans, LA
Full Time
Entry Level
Reference Library Technician (Bureau of Ocean Energy Management)
Take a step into the world of conservation in an eye-opening role that will put you in the center of exposure to the nation’s dedication to environmental advocacy and development of our outer continental shelf around the globe.
As a Reference Library Technician, you will be joining XTS’s mission-ready, efficient, and collaborative team serving the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM). In this role, you will be demonstrating your knowledge of GIS and its appropriate tools in support of analysis publications, skills in database management and maintenance, and drive to propel research pertaining to BOEM’s program areas forward; altogether, this position is critical to the success of BOEM’s mission of meeting our nation’s energy needs and protecting our offshore environment and resources.
Required Skills and Qualifications
To be considered for this position, the desired candidate must demonstrate:
(This position is contingent upon contract award)
As a veteran-owned company, XTS is unwaveringly committed to the success and well-being of our employees, as much as our clients. As part of that commitment to fostering an environment where no one is left behind, XTS offers a generous, comprehensive benefits package and development opportunities. Our benefits include coveted healthcare coverage plans, along with dental and vision coverage, paid time off (PTO), and a 401K plan with employer matching. Developing our employees in a rapidly evolving world or emerging technologies remains a priority for XTS, therefore we are committed to providing employees with tools and opportunities to stay ahead. We are also proud to offer our GeoAI scholarship to help our employees further develop their skills and expertise. At XTS, we take pride in delivering elite workforces to the Intelligence Community, making a real-world impact on critical missions. Join us and experience a company that invests in your success and professional growth.
Take a step into the world of conservation in an eye-opening role that will put you in the center of exposure to the nation’s dedication to environmental advocacy and development of our outer continental shelf around the globe.
As a Reference Library Technician, you will be joining XTS’s mission-ready, efficient, and collaborative team serving the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM). In this role, you will be demonstrating your knowledge of GIS and its appropriate tools in support of analysis publications, skills in database management and maintenance, and drive to propel research pertaining to BOEM’s program areas forward; altogether, this position is critical to the success of BOEM’s mission of meeting our nation’s energy needs and protecting our offshore environment and resources.
Required Skills and Qualifications
To be considered for this position, the desired candidate must demonstrate:
- Bachelor’s degree in a related field OR an associate’s degree and 2 years of relevant experience
- May include minimum 2 years of verified research experience (e.g. Geology, geosciences, etc.)
- Proficiency in EndNote or other reference library management systems (e.g. Zenodo)
- Ability to digitize physical records for import into electronic database systems
- Ability to analyze and distill data into simplified illustrations for publication purposes
- Including the use of applications such as Adobe Illustrator
- Oral and written communication skills to effectively convey information to stakeholders and company leadership
- Includes the ability to work effectively on specified deadlines as part of a small team (3-5 people)
- Microsoft Office 365 Power Platform, ArcGIS, Adobe Creative Suite, R, and Python
- Familiarity with seismic software applications
- Including Prosource Seismic, Petrel, Open Spirit, HIS Kingdom, ArcGIS Pro, etc.
- Understanding of geophysical data collection and data management requirements
- Knowledge of government contracting, cost accounting standards, and federal budget cycles
(This position is contingent upon contract award)
As a veteran-owned company, XTS is unwaveringly committed to the success and well-being of our employees, as much as our clients. As part of that commitment to fostering an environment where no one is left behind, XTS offers a generous, comprehensive benefits package and development opportunities. Our benefits include coveted healthcare coverage plans, along with dental and vision coverage, paid time off (PTO), and a 401K plan with employer matching. Developing our employees in a rapidly evolving world or emerging technologies remains a priority for XTS, therefore we are committed to providing employees with tools and opportunities to stay ahead. We are also proud to offer our GeoAI scholarship to help our employees further develop their skills and expertise. At XTS, we take pride in delivering elite workforces to the Intelligence Community, making a real-world impact on critical missions. Join us and experience a company that invests in your success and professional growth.
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