POSTED: November 15, 2007 REFERENCE LIBRARIAN
AMERICAN JEWISH HISTORICAL SOCIETY The American Jewish Historical Society, founded in 1892, seeks a part-time Reference Librarian for its New York City headquarters at the Center for Jewish History. The American Jewish Historical Society is the oldest national ethnic historical organization in the United States. The Societys library, archives, photograph, and art and artifacts collections document the American Jewish experience. QUALIFICATIONS: An MLS from an accredited library school, along with a minimum of one year reference experience, is required for this position. Advanced graduate level coursework in reference preferred. Experience using Exlibris' Aleph system or another automated library system is highly desirable, as is a working knowledge of RLIN21, OCLC, AACR2, and Library of Congress classification. Knowledge of American Jewish history preferred. This position requires the ability to work independently, as well as work well with a team. Candidate should have excellent communication skills. DUTIES: Conduct reference services 2-3 days per week at the reference desk of our shared reading room with the partners of the Center for Jewish History, assisting researchers with use of our archival and library collections. Take responsibility for responding to reference queries submitted via email, phone, and conventional mail. Perform copy and original cataloging of printed materials. Work as a team with Society archivists on acquisitions, collection development, database development and implementation of preservation projects. Maintain periodicals collection. Represent the Society on Center for Jewish History committees through which policy for public services, automation, and public programs are developed. Participate in the research and implementation of exhibits and special projects. Salary is commensurate with experience. Please send resume and cover letter to the attention of Lyn Slome, Director of Library & Archives, at <mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]>[EMAIL PROTECTED], fax: 212-294-6161, mail: AJHS, 15 W. 16th Street, New York, NY 10011 Messages and opinions expressed on Hasafran are those of the individual author and are not necessarily endorsed by the Association of Jewish Libraries (AJL) =========================================================== Submissions for Ha-Safran, send to: Hasafran @ lists.acs.ohio-state.edu SUBscribing, SIGNOFF commands send to: Listproc @ lists.acs.ohio-state.edu Questions, problems, complaints, compliments;-) send to: galron.1 @ osu.edu Ha-Safran Archives: Current: http://www.mail-archive.com/hasafran%40lists.acs.ohio-state.edu/maillist.html History: http://www.mail-archive.com/hasafran%40lists.acs.ohio-state.edu/history.html AJL HomePage http://www.JewishLibraries.org
