METRO | 599 is hiring : Reference Services Librarian at Center for Jewish History

The Center for Jewish History seeks a diligent, practical individual to become our Reference Services Librarian, under the supervision of the Senior Reference Services Librarian, works closely with other members of the CJH Public Services staff and Partner organizations to coordinate the use of Center resources and collections. This individual is part of the team overseeing the day-to-day operation of the Reading Room and assisting researchers both on-site and remotely. The Reference Services Librarian provides bibliographic instruction to patrons and staff, demonstrates proper handling of rare books and documents, explains Reading Room policies and procedures, and collaborates with other CJH departments and partner organizations on special projects to advance institutional and departmental goals. This is a full-time position requiring at least 4 days per week on-site.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to

• Act as an exemplary emissary for the Center for Jewish History in interactions with patrons of all levels of expertise.
• Managing all aspects of reference services in the Aeon system, the shared online catalog, and ArchivesSpace to ensure that patrons receive their material in a timely fashion.
• Providing reference and research assistance in the Reading Room and remote reference interviews, phone, and email (current Reading Room hours : Monday-Thursday between 9 : 30am-4 : 30pm)
• Continually expanding knowledge of collections and relevant history to better assist patrons, staff, and the broader Center community; developing and updating online research guides.
• Promote the collections through blogs, social media and small exhibitions (e.g. curating pop-up exhibitions), online tutorials and workshops, promoting primary source literacy
• Participate in outreach activities such as class instructions, group presentations and tours, in-person and online tutorials and workshops for visiting students, and promoting primary source literacy
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Preferred Qualifications

Qualifications

The Center for Jewish History is committed to diversity and inclusion. Qualified individuals who bring diverse perspectives to the workplace are especially encouraged to apply.

The Center for Jewish History is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Please submit your resume and cover letter to ckisshauer@cjh.org . Applications without a cover letter will not be considered. No phone calls please.

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