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From: "V. Heidi Hass" <vhhass(a)themorgan.org>
Date: Wed, 14 Sep 2011 13:10:39 -0400
Head of Reader Services
(Full-Time)
Job Responsibilities
The Morgan Library & Museum seeks an innovative, dynamic professional
for the position of Head of Reader Services. Reporting to the Head of
Research Services, the Head of Reader Services administers the Sherman
Fairchild Reading Room, with primary responsibility for supervising the
scholarly use of the collection by researchers.
This position will lead the Reading Room in providing the highest
quality of service to researchers while ensuring the preservation and
security of the collections. Opportunities for cross-departmental
collaboration, including new and continuing automation projects, will
require a creative, visionary approach to Library Services operations.
Additionally, the Head of Reader Services will:
Hire, train schedule and evaluate performance of Reading Room staff and
volunteers
Ensure secure and careful handling of rare materials by readers and
staff
Evaluate prospective researchers qualifications for use of rare
collections
Provide reference assistance to researchers, the public, and staff,
based on knowledge of the Morgans collections, in collaboration with
curators when appropriate
Instruct researchers in the use of the Morgans online catalogue,
Corsair; catalogues; and finding aids
Collaborate with other Morgan staff in establishing and implementing
procedures in accordance with the Morgan's commitment to service to
researchers
Maintain and analyze Reading Room and circulation records for
statistical purposes
Participate in monitoring the physical environment housing the
collection
Qualifications
MLS degree from an ALA-accredited program, BA in Humanities required
Minimum 5 years experience in special collections, with increasingly
responsible supervisory and management experience
Acute security awareness and judgment
Strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills,
including demonstrated ability to work successfully in a collegial
environment
Demonstrated proficiency and capabilities with relevant information
technology applications, databases, and websites, including experience
in managing technological change
Demonstrated knowledge, understanding, and ability to maintain an
awareness of current issues in special collections relating to access,
security and digitization
General knowledge of conservation and preservation practices
Reading knowledge of at least one modern European language required,
French or German preferred. Latin or Greek desirable
Able to work for extended periods at a computer workstation, lift
moderately heavy boxes and books, move items to and from shelves, climb
ladders, wheel carts with collection items through the facility, and
tolerate moderate levels of dust during movement of objects
Compensation: Minimum salary of $55,000. Excellent benefits.
To apply: Interested applicants should e-mail cover letter and resume
to:
RR(a)themorgan.org
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