Librarian (C) Jobs

Librarian C—Special Collections Processing Librarian

Processes Special Collections materials and creates finding aids. Assists with cataloging materials in special formats and new acquisitions. Assists with Special Collections acquisitions. Collaborates with Special Collections Reference Librarian and Preservation Librarian in collection management and maintenance. Assists in providing reference and information services to patrons. Assists in curation of library displays. Assist with tours, creates programming and presentations related to the Special Collections Department. Shares in creation of content for the library’s website, email newsletter, blog, and social media sites.

1. Processes collections according to accepted archival standards, creating finding aids. Maintains current awareness of archival processing practices and uses this knowledge to create and maintain up to date processing manuals.

2. Assists with cataloging materials in special formats and new acquisitions according to current accepted cataloging standards ensuring access to library materials.

3. Assists with Special Collections acquisitions. Evaluates donations of Special Collections materials for inclusion in the library’s collections in collaboration with other Special Collections staff. Collaborates with Special Collections Reference Librarian and Preservation Librarian in collection management and maintenance.

4. Assists with providing reference and information services to patrons by answering questions, retrieving materials, searching resources, and composing correspondence.

5. Assists with the curation of library displays and requests for display space. Participates in the selection of concept, design, and research for library displays. Assists in fabricating and mounting library displays.

6. Shares in regular creation of content for the library’s website, blog, email newsletter, and social media sites.

7. Assists in providing collection outreach to Library staff and patrons by providing tours of the Special Collections Department. Creates programming and presentations related to the Special Collections Department and promotes collections, including special events.

8. With other library staff, assess collections for scanning and participate in scanning items for the library’s DSpace digital repository. Participate in uploading content to DSpace.

9. Maintains currency in the library profession and archival practice by attending and participating in meetings, seminars, and training sessions. Participates on various State Library Teams.

10. Performs other duties as assigned.

• Certification as a Professional Librarian by the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners.

• Based on assignment, travel may be required. Those employees who elect to use a motor vehicle for travel must have a current and valid Massachusetts Class D Motor Vehicle Operator's license or the equivalent from another state.

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