• Research Librarian- Library/Information Resource…

    State of Minnesota (St. Paul, MN)


    Working Title: Research Librarian

     

    Job Class: Library/Information Resource Services Specialist Senior

    Agency: Revenue Department

    + **Job ID** : 88608

    + **Location** : St. Paul

    + **Telework Eligible** : Yes, Hybrid

    + **Full/Part Time** : Full-Time

    + **Regular/Temporary** : Unlimited

    + **Who May Apply** : This vacancy is open for bids and for all qualified job seekers simultaneously. Bidders will be considered through 09/11/2025.

    + **Date Posted** : 09/05/2025

    + **Closing Date** : 09/25/2025

    + **Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit** : Revenue Dept / Revenue (inc Assessors)-MAPE

    + **Division/Unit** : Tax Research / Tax Research-Data Prod & Supp

    + **Work Shift/Work Hours** : Day Shift

    + **Days of Work** : Monday - Friday

    + **Travel Required** : No

    + **Salary Range:** $28.82 - $42.31 / hourly; $60,176 - $88,343 / annually

    + **Classified Status** : Classified

    + **Bargaining Unit/Union** : 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE

    + **FLSA Status** : Exempt - Professional

    + Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes

     

    The work you'll do is more than just a job.

     

    At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.

     

    Join our team of curious researchers who perform complex economic, legal and tax policy research. The Minnesota Department of Revenue seeks a Research Librarian. The Research Librarian works in the Tax Research Division and provides high-level reference services to Department of Revenue employees in a professional, non-partisan manner. The librarian is responsible for managing the library’s physical collection, online catalog and subscription services for the department. This is a solo librarian position and operates with considerable independence and autonomy. Through collaboration with other state government libraries, the position encourages knowledge and resource sharing as well and mentorship growth opportunities.

     

    This posting may be used to fill multiple vacancies.

     

    This position works in Stassen Office Building, Saint Paul and may have the flexibility to work a hybrid schedule up to 50% telework under HR/LR Policy \#1422 (https://mn.gov/mmb-stat/policies/1422-telework.pdf) . The incumbent will be expected to maintain regular in-person office hours as determined necessary for providing services to library customers.

     

    The start date overlaps for training with retiring librarian.

     

    **Please note, interviews for this position will be in person at the Stassen office building located at 600 Robert St N, St. Paul, MN 55146

    Minimum Qualifications

    + Five (5) years reference librarian experience*

    *A master’s degree in library & information science from an ALA-accredited program may substitute for eighteen months (18) of experience.

    Preferred Qualifications

    + Familiarity researching government sources

    + Experience building rapport and communication with customer to clarify information needs.

    + Experience working with integrated library system platforms such as ExLibris.

    + Interest in researching legislative policy

    + Ability to work independently without close supervision

    Physical Requirements

    + Occasional travel to local government libraries to locate and/or borrow material.

    + Occasional moving of articles such as boxes, books, laptop computer, computer monitors, and other office items.

    + Occasional lifting requirements of up to 25 pounds and pushing of heavy rolling carts.

    Additional Requirements

    Prior to an offer of employment, a background check will be conducted. This will include, but is not limited to checking degrees and licensures, criminal history, and tax filing and payment history. All individual income tax filing and payment obligations must be current prior to interviewing for this position.

     

    Must be legally authorized to work in country of employment without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status).

    AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

    Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.

     

    Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email [email protected] . Please indicate what assistance is needed.