Job Description
Position Title: Reference Librarian/Archivist (Full Time)-AC Library ATLANTIC CITY FREE PUBLIC LIBRARY
JOB DESCRIPTION
Position Title:Reference Librarian/Archivist (Full Time)
About the Position:
Join the management team at the Atlantic City Free Public Library as the Reference Librarian/Archivist and help provide responsive services to our vibrant and diverse community!
This position performs work responsibilities under the general direction of the Library Director. This position has a degree of independence and will make customer services decisions, scheduling changes and work assignments based on library policy and best judgment. The Reference Librarian/Archivist functions as a “person-in-charge” and has a high level of responsibility.
Major Duties:
Providing professional library services to the general public
Manage and supervise the Help Desk, two computer labs, including grant programs, archive, and Atlantic City Historical Museum including staff, interns, and volunteers.
Answer research questions and provide in-depth assistance to patrons in person, online, or via phone
Handles patron complaints and escalations
Guide patrons in using library and archival resources, including databases, catalogs, and primary source materials
Select and evaluate materials for the library's reference and archival collection (print, digital, specialized, archival)
Organize and preserve archival collections, including appraising, processing, cataloging, and creating finding aids
Oversee digitization projects and ensure digital preservation
Coordinates exhibit research and co-curates’ installations for the Atlantic City Historical Museum
Develop and deliver instructional sessions and workshops on information literacy, research methods, and archival research
Promote library and archival services and resources through outreach activities and events
Participate in collaborative projects and departmental initiatives
Stay informed about best practices and emerging trends in library and archival science.
Attends library training, workshops, conferences, and other continuing education related to reference services and archives as approved by the Library Director.
Qualifications:
MLS or MLIS from an ALA accredited institution, two years of recent library and archival experience and a Professional Librarian certificate issued by the State of New Jersey. Must have a valid New Jersey Driver’s License.
This person must have a strong knowledge of current library technologies and demonstrated experience using technology and digital resources. Excellent customer service and communication skills are essential.
This is a full-time 35 hours a week position, Saturdays, and some evenings required. Salary range: $62,395.00-$66,514.00. Generous benefits package included.
Note: This is a Civil Service position. Applicant must comply with “New Jersey First Act”.
To Apply:
Please submit your cover letter and resume to Jacqueline Silver-Morillo, Library Directorpersonnel@acfpl.org, referring “Reference Librarian/Archivist” in the subject line.
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Job Tags
Full time, Afternoon shift