[Michlib-l] Job Posting: Assistant Librarian (part-time) at The Henry Ford

Alison M. Greenlee alison.greenlee at gmail.com
Wed Dec 9 16:29:46 EST 2015


The Henry Ford (Dearborn, MI) is looking for a part-time Assistant
Librarian. Please see the full description below. Apply online at
http://www.thehenryford.org/about/jobposting.aspx?category=Historical+Resources&AppliTrackJobId=357&AppliTrackLayoutMode=detail&AppliTrackViewPosting=1

Assistant Librarian (part time)
JobID: 357

Position Type:
  Historical Resources
Date Posted:
  12/3/2015

Assistant Librarian   (part-time position)

*Note:  Please upload cover letter and resume to the online application

SUMMARY OF PURPOSE
Serves as assistant librarian with a variety of general responsibilities
relating to library collections and services.  Reports to the Librarian.
Responds to reference requests.  Catalogs books (including rare books),
serials, and audiovisual and archival materials using professionally
accepted library standards and practices.  Responsible for daily management
of the serials collection.  Generates interlibrary loan requests for The
Henry Ford staff and fills requests from other libraries.  Works with the
integrated library system including the library catalog, circulation
system, and serials system.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
     Participates in the acquisition of materials, including purchasing,
cataloging, and processing books, trade literature, periodicals,
microforms, journals, databases, and videos.
    Supports the work of the Library Collection Development Committee.
    Assists with circulation and use of research center materials, office
loans, and overdue items.
    Generates interlibrary loan requests to other libraries on behalf of
THF staff.  Fulfills interlibrary loan requests from other libraries.
    Serves on the Reference Desk in the Archives and Library Reading Room.
    Participate with Behind the Scenes Tours program and user education
activities including orientations for students, visitors, and other
clientele.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
ALA accredited Master’s Degree in Library or Information Science.  One to
two years’ professional experience in libraries, rare books, or special
collections. Current knowledge of standard library cataloging practices,
including strong familiarity with the MARC format and AACR2 and RDA
cataloging rules.  Current knowledge of library information retrieval
practices and procedures, especially in the areas on-line information
retrieval, and electronic access to information.

Experience with integrated library systems, reference and public services,
cataloging, and interlibrary loan systems and procedures.

Communicates clearly and politely in all written and oral communication.
Ability to work independently and productively as well as work effectively
as part of a team.  Ability to engage all levels of a diverse user
community in a congenial and productive way.

Able to manage multiple projects, able to determine project urgency in a
practical way; uses goals to guide actions, organizes and schedules tasks
effectively.  Attention to detail and an eye for quality.

Experienced with Microsoft Office software.  Aptitude to quickly learn new
systems and software.

Generates, analyzes, and reports statistics relating to acquisition,
circulation, and interlibrary loan activities.

Participates with Behind the Scenes Tours program and user education
activities including orientations for students, visitors, and other
clientele.

SPECIAL SKILLS
Knowledge of the EMu content management system as reflected in the EMu
Skills Matrix for the Archives & Library.  All staff members are expected
to achieve a level of competency so that they may work independently on the
essential skills, and will be required to achieve a high level of
competency on position specific skills required by their position.

PHYSICAL/MENTAL/ENVIRONMENTAL

PHYSICAL:
Sitting:  70-90%
Standing/Walking:  10-30%
Lifting:  Occasional to frequent lifting up to 30 lbs.
Manual Dexterity:  Capable of safely handling fragile collection materials.
Vision:  Normal.  May require long periods of work at computers.

MENTAL:
Analytical; interpretive; good at problem solving.  Able to analyze
information, draw conclusions, and effectively communicate those
conclusions.  Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.  Ability to
remain aware of long-term goals while producing immediate solutions.
Attention to detail essential.  Commitment to excellence essential.

ENVIRONMENTAL:
Indoor environment.  Occasional exposure to dust and mold.

*Note:  Please upload cover letter and resume to the online application

Mission
The Henry Ford provides unique educational experiences based on authentic
objects, stories, and lives from America's traditions of ingenuity,
resourcefulness and innovation. Our purpose is to inspire people to learn
from these traditions to help shape a better future.

--

Gain Perspective. Get Inspired.* Make History.*

*Alison M. Greenlee*

Librarian

*P: *313.982.6100 ext 2509

*E: *alisong at thehenryford.org

 www.thehenryford.org

.................................................

*The Henry Ford*

20900 Oakwood Boulevard

Dearborn, MI 48124
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