Assistant Reference Librarian

Argus Dental & Vision, Inc; Indianapolis (IN); Vor Ort; USD 19.000 - 22.000; Teilzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Free parking

Staff discounts at Basile History Shop

Reciprocal benefits at other cultural

Reciprocal benefits at other cultural

Zusammenfassung

Indiana Historical Society is seeking an Assistant Reference Librarian to support on-site researchers and manage reference inquiries. The role involves assisting with the William H. Smith Memorial Library, retrieving materials, and promoting IHS collections through blogs and displays.

The position is part-time with shifts Tue–Fri and two Saturdays monthly. Strong communication, research, and cataloging knowledge are essential, alongside proficiency with Microsoft Office and customer service

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field or 3 years’ experience working with historical collections.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, for diverse audiences.
• General knowledge of cataloging practices and principles under Library of Congress Classification System.

Aufgaben

• Provide day to day functionality support to the William H. Smith Memorial Library.
• Conduct basic historical research to answer reference inquiries.
• Retrieve and reshelve materials from the library’s closed stacks.
• Promote the IHS collections through blogs, displays and interactions with external stakeholders.

Kenntnisse

Excellent communication

Research skills

Cataloging knowledge

Task prioritization

Customer service

Microsoft Office

Ausbildung

Bachelor’s degree in a related field

3 years’ experience with historical collections

Tools

Office equipment

Jobbeschreibung

Job Title: Assistant Reference Librarian

Department: Archives & Library, Reference Services

Reporting Relationship: Director, Reference Services

Employees Supervised: N/A

Full/part time: Part Time

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

POSITION PURPOSE:

This position facilitates activities for on-site and external researchers utilizing the IHS Collection

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Provide day to day functionality support to the William H. Smith Memorial Library
• Conduct basic historical research to answer reference inquiries received by the library
• Retrieve and reshelve materials from the library’s closed stacks
• Promote the IHS collections through blogs, displays and interactions with external stakeholders
• Perform other duties as assigned.

ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES:

• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, for diverse audiences.
• Proven research skills and an understanding of or ability to learn research library practices and procedures, and knowledge of research and bibliographic needs.
• General knowledge of standard cataloging practices and principles under Library of Congress Classification System..
• Ability to prioritize and organize tasks, meet specific deadlines, and follow through to completion.
• Commitment to excellent customer service, both internally and externally.
• Excellent computer skills; proficient with Microsoft Office suite as well as basic office equipment.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Physical Movement – Stooping, Bending, Climbing, Kneeling, and Crouching In order to reach & pick up items
• Strength – Ability to lift & carry items weighing up to 35 pounds
• Manual Dexterity – Ability to handle fragile items with care
• Wrist & Visual Stamina – Ability to type and focus on a computer screen for prolonged periods of time

(Incumbent must be able to meet physical requirements with or without reasonable accommodations. Reasonability of requested accommodation is to be determined by IHS on a case-by-case basis, in accordance with the ADA.)

QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor’s degree in a related field or 3 years’ experience working with historical collections.

SCHEDULE:

This position is limited to 19 hours/week. Shifts will include two Saturdays a month with the rest of the hours spread across 2-3 days Tuesday through Friday.

PAY & BENEFITS:

Pay is $14.25/hour with eligibility for annual merit-based raises.

Benefits include free parking, staff discounts in the Basile History Market and the Stardust Café, reciprocal benefits at other cultural institutions in Indianapolis, employee assistance program, and access to retirement and voluntary insurance plans.