Position Open: Specialist II (temporary for 12 months)
Humanities and Social Sciences Library/Special
Collections/
Manuscripts Division
Available: Immediately
Hours: Monday-Friday
9:00a.m.- 5:00 p.m. or 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Evenings and Saturdays as required
Schedule subject to change
Salary: $34,055
General Description: Under the direction of the Curator of Manuscripts, is
responsible for arrangement and description of the Yaddo Records, including
organization of material, rehousing and other basic preservation measures,
and the preparation of a finding aid in accordance with local and national
standards. Assists Curator in planning and overseeing the work of two
Library Technical Assistants. Performs related duties as required.
Eligibility Requirements: Master's degree in library science, liberal arts
or humanities and successful completion of archival training. Two years of
relevant professional experience in archives or manuscripts collections.
Demonstrated knowledge of American literature. Successfully demonstrated
command of relevant computer applications, especially Windows, Word.
Demonstrated ability to write clearly and concisely, as well as good oral
communication skills. Demonstrated initiative, accuracy, attention to
detail, judgment, organizational skills and ability to work independently.
Reading knowledge of one modern European language, preferably Spanish,
German or French. Knowledge of Encoded Archival Description (EAD) and MARC
format preferred. Supervisory experience preferred.
To apply please send a resume and cover letter to:
The New York Public Library
Human Resources Department NB-MSS
188 Madison Avenue, 5th Floor
New York, New York 10016-4314
or email hrd@nypl.org
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