Librarian - American Institute for Economic Research

Librarian - Overview: American Institute for Economic Research (AIER) in Great Barrington, MA was founded in 1933. It is a non-political, nonprofit organization engaged in scientific economic research. AIER's E.C. Harwood Library was established in 1962 to house the Institute's holdings and support ongoing research initiatives. The library has undergone a year-long redevelopment of resources, including streamlining the book and serial collections, upgrading electronic capabilities and digitizing 75 years of AIER research. There is still significant work required to complete this project. Primary responsibilities: AIER's Librarian will manage the day-to-day operations of the E.C. Harwood Library and provide research and other information services to staff, members, visiting scholars and researchers, and summer fellowship program faculty and students. This is a solo position. AIER seeks a candidate who will carry the newly constituted library into the future and who will explore new ways to promote the success of the Institute through increased access to information on the web, other online sites, databases and feeds, as well as traditional sources of information in the field of economics. The Librarian reports to AIER's Director of Research and Education. Required work skills: The "tech savvy" candidate will have experience with all aspects of managing a research library, familiarity with online databases, web resources in economics and statistics as well as the industry and its organizations, and knowledge of InMagic's GENIE or comparable content management systems. This position requires excellent organizational, management, marketing and communications skills. The Librarian must be proactive in dealing with professional staff and IT and have a proven ability to work within time-constraints and adhere to deadlines. The ideal candidate will be self-directed, motivated, and pay close attention to detail. Required education and experience: An MLS degree is required, with at least three years experience working on all phases of library operations. Knowledge of the social sciences is preferred. To apply, send a cover letter and resume to: Attn: Director, Human Resources, American Institute for Economic Research, PO Box 1000, Great Barrington, MA 01230-1000. Telephone: (413) 528-1216. Fax: (413) 528-0103. E-Mail: careers (at) aier.org. Review of applications will begin March 16 and continue until position is filled. AIER is an equal opportunity employer.