FamilySearch Research Consultant (Full-Time, Temporary)

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

FamilySearch International is seeking a temporary Research Consultant specializing in German and/or Slavic regions to assist patrons at the FamilySearch Library. You will provide genealogical research support, deliver instruction in Family History, and contribute to library operations.

This role requires strong language skills, familiarity with Germanic/Slavic records, and the ability to mentor colleagues. Regular evening, weekend, and holiday shifts are expected, with at least four days per

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in related field and genealogical credential or working toward one.
• 2+ years of professional research experience.
• Proficient in English and another Germanic or Slavic language.
• Strong ability to create training that meets standards using PowerPoint and Zoom.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and FamilySearch products.

Responsibilities

• Attend team and department meetings.
• Fulfill library shifts, team, and VIP assignments.
• Maintain excellent patron, missionary, and coworker interactions.
• Communicate with others in a timely manner.
• Mentor other research consultants.
• Provide excellent customer service to patrons in-person and online.
• Develop and provide instruction for patrons on essential records and research procedures in your geographical area.

Skills

Language proficiency (English + German

Germanic/Slavic language ability

Public speaking/presentation

Customer service skills

Mentoring others

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Family History, History, Languages, Archival Science, or related field

Genealogical credential or working towards one

Tools

PowerPoint

Zoom

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Description

FamilySearch International is looking a temporary Research Consultant specializing in German and/or Slavic countries (Germany, Poland, Czechia, Slovenia, the Baltic States, Russia and other Eastern European countries). These individuals will be involved in providing world class genealogical research assistance to patrons of the FamilySearch Library, instruction on Family History in class settings and conferences and assisting with other functions of the FamilySearch Library with specific expertise in German and Slavic countries.

FamilySearch International is looking a temporary Research Consultant specializing in German and/or Slavic countries (Germany, Poland, Czechia, Slovenia, the Baltic States, Russia and other Eastern European countries). These individuals will be involved in providing world class genealogical research assistance to patrons of the FamilySearch Library, instruction on Family History in class settings and conferences and assisting with other functions of the FamilySearch Library with specific expertise in German and Slavic countries. The FamilySearch Library is the world’s largest genealogical library, serving thousands of patrons each year as we assist them to discover their family story, connect with ancestors and add well researched names to the family tree of humanity. Researchers at the library play a key role in enabling those discoveries, through acting on inspiration, engendering trust, exemplifying kindness, seeking to be effective and creating simplicity for those they serve even when it makes it harder for you. Research team members must have high energy and strong personal commitment to serving the patrons first and delivering with the highest levels professional integrity. Research team membership requires flexibility, problem solving skills, customer service in a high pressure and fast paced environment. Our team works hard and creates a fun and rewarding environment. This role requires a minimum of 4 days per week in the FamilySearch Library and will require regular evening, weekend (including Sundays) and holiday shifts.

Responsibilities

Professional Expectations

• Attend team and department meetings.
• Fulfill library shifts, team, and VIP assignments.
• Have excellent patron, missionary, and coworker interactions.
• Communicate with others in a timely manner.
• Mentors other research consultants.

Patron Services

• Provides excellent customer service to patrons in-person and online.
• Develop and provide instruction for patrons and workforce on essential records, resources, and research procedures in your geographical area of expertise.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Family History, History, Languages, Archival Science, or related field, and a genealogical credential or working towards one, and 2 years or more professional research experience.
• Demonstrable a heart for serving others and joy in helping others to learn.
• Proficient language and writing skills in both English and another Germanic or Slavic language.
• Advanced ability to create training that meets department presentation & training standards with skills in PowerPoint, Zoom, and other presentation media.
• Skilled in Microsoft Office, FamilySearch products, and other technology as needed.
• Ability to explain advanced research methodology in a one-on-on setting.
• Advanced understanding of history & culture of most of the geographic/subject areas. This includes a knowledge of the impact of historical changes through time have had on migration patterns, records and their repositories, and accessibility to those records.
• Ability to decipher common genealogical records (births, marriages, and deaths) in the languages of your geographic area; ability to read and interpret complex genealogical records (wills, or non-boiler plate documents) in your geographic area.
• Preference given to those with the ability to decipher and translate handwritten genealogical records in related Germanic, Latin, Slavic or Russian languages.

About Us

Church employees find joy and satisfaction in using their unique talents and abilities to further the Lord’s work. From the IT professional who develops an app that sends the gospel message worldwide, to the facilities manager who maintains our buildings— giving Church members places to worship, teach, learn, and receive sacred ordinances—our employees seek innovative ways to share the gospel of Jesus Christ with the world. They are literally working in His kingdom.

Only members of the Church who are worthy of a temple recommend qualify for employment. Apart from this, the Church is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in its employment decisions on any basis that would violate U.S. or local law.

Qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, national origin, color, gender, pregnancy, marital status, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or other legally protected categories that apply to the Church. The Church will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities.