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Librarian – Full-Time, Onsite (Bethesda, MD)

Cadence Group is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Research & Bibliometrics Librarian to contribute to a dynamic, global biomedical research environment. In this role, you will support a large-scale, international research library and play a critical part in advancing research excellence by delivering bibliometric analysis, publication tracking, and instructional services that empower data-informed decision-making. You will collaborate closely with researchers, library staff, and leadership to provide expertise in bibliometrics, literature searching, instructional content creation, and user engagement.

Responsibilities:
  • Retrieve and analyze bibliometric data using tools such as InCites, Scopus, SciVal, and Journal Citation Reports.
  • Create tailored bibliometric reports for individuals, research teams, and leadership.
  • Compile annual publication indexes using PubMed, DTIC, and related databases.
  • Maintain accurate citation records using reference management software (e.g., EndNote).
  • Publish bibliometric insights and reports on library content platforms (e.g., LibGuides).
  • Conduct comprehensive literature searches for human and animal protocol support using databases such as PubMed, DTIC, BIOSIS, and AGRICOLA.
  • Provide expert-level reference support and one-on-one research consultations.
  • Develop and deliver instructional sessions, workshops, and tutorials on library tools and databases.
  • Create and maintain online research guides (LibGuides) and manage instructional calendars (e.g., LibCal).
  • Actively promote instructional offerings and user services through outreach and engagement.
Qualifications:
  • Must be a United States citizen.
  • MLS/MLIS degree from an ALA-accredited institution.
  • Demonstrated experience with bibliometric tools and citation databases.
  • Familiarity with biomedical research databases and instructional design.
  • Proficiency with reference management tools, such as EndNote.
  • Strong analytical, communication, and customer service skills.
  • Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
  • Experience supporting research in biomedical, health sciences, or military research environments.
  • Experience using content platforms such as LibGuides, LibCal, and other library outreach tools.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Cadence Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status.

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Project Manager Records Management Project– Full-Time, Hybrid/Onsite (Washington, DC)

Cadence Group is seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Project Manager to lead and coordinate complex records management project involving multiple interrelated tasks. This role requires strong leadership, strategic planning, and deep expertise in NARA and federal records policies and procedures. The ideal candidate will oversee project execution and ensure compliance with applicable records management regulations.

Responsibilities:
  • Meet regularly with customer and contractor personnel to formulate and review task plans and deliverables.
  • Ensure conformance with program task schedules and deliverables
  • Establish and maintain technical and financial reports to track project progress and communicate updates to management and clients.
  • Organize and delegate responsibilities to team members and oversee successful completion of all assigned tasks.
  • Develop file plans to ensure all records created and used by each program are identified, scheduled, and appropriately maintained.
  • Create records inventories and file plans to ensure program office records are managed according to applicable retention schedules.
  • Oversee records migration, transfer, and destruction processes.
  • Ensure records retention schedules continue to meet agency business needs, adjusting retentions as appropriate.
  • Collaborate with Records Management Staff and records creators to conduct records appraisals using internal and NARA guidelines.
Qualifications:
  • Must be a United States citizen.
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in program and project management support services.
  • Master’s degree in Information Management, Business Administration, or a related discipline preferred.
  • Certified Records Manager (CRM) designation preferred.
  • Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
  • Proven ability to manage complex projects and lead cross-functional teams.
  • Experience working with government clients is a plus.
  • In-depth knowledge of National Archives and Records Administration (NARA) policies, regulations, and resources.

Cadence Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status.

Records Manager III – Full-Time, On-site (Washington, DC)

Cadence Group is seeking a detail-oriented Records Manager III to support the organization’s electronic records and information management efforts. This role is responsible for organizing, maintaining, and implementing controls for electronic records, ensuring the integrity, accessibility, and confidentiality of information across the enterprise.

Responsibilities:
  • Organize and maintain electronic records, implementing controls to ensure proper management, security, and compliance.
  • Develop and implement file classification schemes, file plans, and records schedules.
  • Search, locate, retrieve, and deliver records and information in accordance with established procedures and security protocols.
  • Document and preserve metadata to maintain the integrity and traceability of records.
  • Perform appraisal and analysis of information for retention and records scheduling purposes.
  • Ensure records retention schedules continue to meet the evolving business needs of the agency by adjusting retentions and identifying new records series.
  • Collaborate with Records Management Staff, and records creators to conduct records appraisals using internal guidelines and National Archives and Records Administration (NARA) standards.
  • Develop file plans to ensure all records created and used by each program are properly identified, scheduled, and maintained, including the creation of records inventories and file plans.
Qualifications:
  • Must be a United States citizen.
  • Minimum of 3 years of relevant records management experience, including specialized experience in file plan development.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Information Management, Business Administration, or a related discipline.
  • Strong understanding of electronic records systems, metadata standards, and federal records management policies.
  • Excellent organizational, analytical, and communication skills.
  • Demonstrated expertise in developing and maintaining Records Retention Schedules.
  • Experience conducting records appraisals and creating comprehensive file plans and inventories.
  • Knowledge of best practices for storage, retrieval, protection, preservation, and destruction of records.
  • Preferred: Certified Records Manager (CRM) designation.

Cadence Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status.

Records Management Specialist Full-Time, On-site (Washington, DC)

Cadence Group is seeking a detail-oriented Records Management Specialist to support the organization’s records lifecycle management and compliance efforts. This role is responsible for the searching, maintenance, and retrieval of records, ensuring adherence to legal and regulatory requirements, and supporting the implementation of electronic document management systems.

Responsibilities:
  • Prior experience in editing, drafting, and writing file plans, records inventories, records schedules and performing a wide variety of analytical studies and
  • Develop and maintain file classification schemes, file plans, and records schedules.
  • Document and preserve metadata to ensure the integrity and traceability of records.
  • Draft records management artifacts in accordance with National Archives and Records Administration (NARA) requirements.
  • Conduct analytical studies and projects to improve records management processes and controls.
  • Ensure records retention schedules meet the evolving business needs of the agency by adjusting retentions and identifying new records series.
  • Perform specialized tasks including editing, drafting, and writing file plans, records inventories, and records schedules.
Qualifications:
  • Must be a United States citizen.
  • Minimum of 2 years of relevant records management experience, including experience with file plan development and drafting records management artifacts.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Information Management, Business Administration, or a related discipline.
  • Preferred: Certified Records Manager (CRM) designation.
  • Demonstrated expertise in developing and maintaining Records Retention Schedules.
  • Experience conducting records appraisals and creating comprehensive file plans and inventories.

Cadence Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status.

Records and Information Manager – Full-Time, On-site (Washington, DC)

Cadence Group is seeking a detail-oriented Records and Information Manager to lead and oversee large, complex records management initiatives. This role is responsible for planning, staffing, and managing enterprise-level records management systems, ensuring compliance, operational efficiency, and strategic alignment across multiple teams and projects.

Responsibilities:
  • Lead and manage large-scale records management tasks or multiple concurrent projects involving professionals, paraprofessionals, and clerical personnel.
  • Develop and update records management systems at the enterprise level or for major organizational components.
  • Oversee all operational aspects of records management, including staffing, budgeting, scheduling, and performance monitoring.
  • Ensure alignment of records management practices with organizational goals and federal standards.
  • Provide strategic direction and oversight to ensure successful implementation and sustainability of records management solutions.
  • Collaborate with Records Management Staff and records creators to conduct records appraisals in accordance with internal guidelines and National Archives and Records Administration (NARA) standards.
  • Develop comprehensive file plans and inventories to ensure all records are properly identified, scheduled, and maintained.
  • Manage the storage, retrieval, protection, preservation, and destruction of records in compliance with applicable regulations.
  • Supervise and manage personnel involved in records management support services.
Qualifications:
  • Must be a United States citizen.
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience managing records management support services.
  • Preferred: Master’s degree in Information Management, Business Administration, or a related discipline.
  • Certified Records Manager (CRM) designation.
  • Proven leadership in managing cross-functional teams and complex projects.
  • Strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills.
  • Demonstrated expertise in developing and maintaining Records Retention Schedules.
  • Experience conducting records appraisals and creating comprehensive file plans and inventories.
  • Knowledge of best practices for storage, retrieval, protection, preservation, and destruction of records.
  • Ensure records retention schedules continue to meet the evolving business needs of the agency by adjusting retentions as necessary and identifying new records series.
  • Collaborate with Records Management Staff, designees, and records creators to conduct records appraisals in accordance with internal guidelines and National Archives and Records Administration (NARA) standards.
  • Develop and implement file plans to ensure all records created and used by each program are properly identified, scheduled, and maintained.
  • Create and maintain records inventories and file plans to support efficient records management.
  • Oversee the storage, retrieval, protection, preservation, and authorized destruction of records in compliance with applicable regulations.
  • Provide supervision and management of personnel involved in records management activities, ensuring high performance and adherence to standards.

Cadence Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status.

Legal Reference and Research Librarian – Full-Time, On-site (Washington, DC)

Cadence Group is seeking a highly skilled Legal Reference and Research Librarian to support a federal law library in Washington, DC. This role provides advanced legal and legislative research services, supports front desk operations, and collaborates closely with attorneys, economists, paralegals, statisticians, and other Justice Department staff across multiple divisions. The ideal candidate brings strong analytical abilities, extensive experience with legal research tools, and exceptional attention to detail.

Responsibilities:
  • Perform front desk support and provide legal, congressional, legislative history, and/or regulatory research services.
  • Conduct legal and non-legal reference work and support reference development initiatives.
  • Deliver reference and research services using a wide range of electronic resources, including Westlaw, Lexis, Bloomberg Law, and HeinOnline.
  • Utilize West’s Key Number System and CLEAR Investigative database software.
  • Research and identify potential expert witnesses for Justice Department litigation.
  • Conduct complex legal research and legislative analysis on current and historical topics across divisions such as Civil Appellate, Criminal, National Security, U.S. Attorneys’ Offices, Environmental and Natural Resources, Civil Rights, and others.
  • Locate specialized or technical information from diverse published, unpublished, and electronic sources.
  • Collaborate with attorneys, economists, paralegals, statisticians, research assistants, law interns, and field office staff.
  • Respond to inquiries in person, by telephone, and through virtual communication tools.
Qualifications:
  • Strong understanding of federal and state court systems, docket sheets, case progression, filing types, and legal terminology.
  • Expertise in locating legal resources and government documents using platforms such as Westlaw, Lexis, Bloomberg Law, and HeinOnline.
  • Knowledge of complex reference tools and specialized finding aids.
  • Extensive legal research experience required.
  • Exceptional attention to detail.
  • Proficient in locating both print and electronic resources, including West’s Key Number System.
  • Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage with attorneys, economists, paralegals, statisticians, interns, and research staff.
  • High proficiency in using free government resources such as GPO FDsys, Congress.gov, and regulatory agency websites.
  • Familiarity with tools such as Factiva, EBSCO, ProQuest Congressional, Google Scholar, and related platforms.
  • Experience working within a federal government agency highly desired.
  • Minimum of 2 years of experience fulfilling library reference and research requests.
  • Accredited Master’s Degree in Library Science required.
  • Juris Doctor (JD) preferred.

Cadence Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status.

Project Manager – Full-Time, Hybrid/Onsite (Washington, DC)

Cadence Group is seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Project Manager to lead and coordinate complex records management projects involving multiple interrelated tasks. This role requires strong leadership, strategic planning, and deep expertise in NARA and federal records policies and procedures. The ideal candidate will oversee project execution and ensure compliance with applicable records management regulations.

Responsibilities:
  • Meet regularly with customer and contractor personnel to formulate and review task plans and deliverables.
  • Ensure conformance with program task schedules and deliverables.
  • Establish and maintain technical and financial reports to track project progress and communicate updates to management and clients.
  • Organize and delegate responsibilities to team members and oversee successful completion of all assigned tasks.
  • Develop file plans to ensure all records created and used by each program are identified, scheduled, and appropriately maintained.
  • Create records inventories and file plans to ensure program office records are managed according to applicable retention schedules.
  • Oversee records migration, transfer, and destruction processes.
  • Ensure records retention schedules continue to meet agency business needs, adjusting retentions as appropriate.
  • Collaborate with Records Management Staff and records creators to conduct records appraisals using internal and NARA guidelines.
Qualifications:
  • Must be a United States citizen.
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in program and project management support services.
  • Preferred: Master’s degree in Information Management, Business Administration, or a related discipline.
  • Preferred: Certified Records Manager (CRM) designation.
  • Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
  • Proven ability to manage complex projects and lead cross-functional teams.
  • Experience working with government clients is a plus.
  • In-depth knowledge of National Archives and Records Administration (NARA) policies, regulations, and resources.

Cadence Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status.

Library Technician - Full time, On-site (Silver Spring, MD)

Cadence Group is seeking a detail-oriented Library Technician to support the daily operations of the Global Library, a specialized biomedical research library serving both military and civilian personnel. This position plays a vital role in providing frontline assistance to library users, maintaining both physical and digital collections, and ensuring efficient circulation and shelving processes.

Responsibilities:
  • Welcome and assist patrons at the service desk with checkouts, renewals, and general inquiries.
  • Help users locate materials and navigate the library catalog.
  • Support onboarding and offboarding of library users, including account setup and closure.
  • Process returned materials and reshelve items according to classification standards.
  • Conduct regular shelf-reading and inventory checks to maintain accuracy and organization.
  • Assist with labeling, barcoding, and physical processing of new materials.
  • Prepare and process requests for materials from other libraries using established systems.
  • Track incoming and outgoing items and communicate with partner institutions as needed.
  • Troubleshoot basic access issues with library computers, printers, and scanners.
  • Maintain equipment and supplies at the service desk.
  • Maintain usage statistics and prepare routine reports.
  • Support special projects such as collection shifts, space reorganization, and displays.
  • Collaborate with librarians and staff to support events and outreach efforts.
Qualifications:
  • High school diploma or equivalent; some college coursework preferred.
  • Minimum of 1 year experience in a library or customer service setting.
  • Familiarity with library systems and basic office software (e.g., Microsoft Office).
  • Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
  • Preferred: Experience with integrated library systems (e.g., EOS.Web, WorldShare). Knowledge of library classification systems (e.g., Dewey Decimal, Library of Congress). Ability to lift and move library materials and equipment as needed.

Cadence Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status.

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  • Web Content Manager
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