Librarian & Curator of Manuscripts - New Haven Museum

Librarian & Curator of Manuscripts - New Haven Museum. The New Haven Museum seeks an innovative professional with demonstrated experience in library administration and collections management to lead the Whitney Library, a significant research facility that supports and enhances the Museum’s role as the repository of the City’s history. This motivated, public-minded individual will improve intellectual and physical access to the Library’s holdings and work collaboratively to connect with the Museum’s artifact and photograph collections. She or he will have direct responsibility for the planning and implementation of the automation of the Whitney Library’s catalogs and for moving finding aids online. This position reports to the Museum’s Executive Director and is supported by two paraprofessionals. Responsibilities: 1) Manages the bibliographic collection, including acquisitions and cataloguing of books, broadsides, maps, architectural drawings, and other special collections, using currently accepted cataloguing standards (AACR2, LCSH, LC Classification). 2) Develops and manages the archival collection, including donor relations, acquisitions, manuscript processing, and creation of finding aids for the collections. 3) Provides library and archival reference service in person, by telephone, e-mail, or post. 4) Provides bibliographic instruction to students and other groups and engages in outreach activities as appropriate. 5) Organizes and prepares programs for the Whitney Library Associates, a museum affinity group, and serves as the staff liaison to the Library Committee. 6) Organizes exhibits on local history from the Library’s collection; contributes ideas and materials toward the planning, development, and implementation of the Museum’s exhibitions. 7) As a department head, supports planning, security, conservation and day-to-day operation of the Museum. 8) Conducts research and provides support for grant proposals related to the preservation, care, and management of the library and archival collections, and manages grant-funded projects. 9) Undertakes special projects as required. Qualifications: 1) M.L.S. from an ALA-accredited program, with archival experience and/or training. 2) Three to five years of experience as a librarian in an academic, research, or public library. 3) Demonstrated knowledge of library and archival management systems including: experience with OCLC and an online cataloging system in a special collections environment, experience using currently accepted cataloguing standards (AACR2, LCSH, LC Classification), and experience using DACS, EAD, and MARC. 4) Excellent written and oral communication skills, organizational skills, and attention to detail. 5) Computer and Internet literacy. 6) Understanding of social media and its use in promoting greater access to library collections. 7) Supervisory experience. 8) Knowledge of Connecticut or New England history. 9) Experience in cultural and educational organizations. Additional requirements: Must be able to climb stairs and stepstools, move and lift books and boxes in excess of 30 pounds, wheel carts, sit at a computer for extended periods, and tolerate dust and odors associated with collection activities. Some weekend and evening work required. For a complete job description, see http://newhavenmuseum.org/images/stories/pdf/librarian_job_announcement.pdf. To apply, please cover letter, résumé, and three references to search@newhavenmuseum.org. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.

Curator of Human Rights Collections - University of Connecticut Libraries

Curator of Human Rights Collections - The University of Connecticut Libraries seeks a Curator of Human Rights Collections, a University Librarian II or III (UCP 7 or 9). Job Summary: Working in a team environment, the Curator of Human Rights performs curatorial work in support of Archives & Special Collections programs in the collecting area of Human Rights. Following established departmental procedures the curator acquires and processes archival collections and works closely with donors and potential donors. S/he works in close cooperation with other Curators, the Team Leader and subject Librarians to plan and establish area goals and to ensure that established collection and public service goals are met. The curator serves as primary contact to the Human Rights Institute. The curator provides in-person and written reference services and responds to requests to use human rights collections and materials, including determining access and intellectual property rights relating to access. Evening and/or weekend hours are occasionally required. For a complete position description with minimum qualifications please go to http://www.jobs.uconn.edu/. Appointment Terms: This is a full-time, permanent position. Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience and includes a full benefits package. To apply please submit a cover letter addressing your qualifications for the position, a current resume, and names and contact information for three references via Husky Hire. The University of Connecticut is an EEO/AA employer.

Head Curator/Librarian of Special Collections & Archives (REVISED) - Trinity College

Head Curator/Librarian of Special Collections & Archives - REVISED. Trinity College, Hartford Connecticut, a nationally recognized, highly-selective private liberal arts college, invites applications and nominations for the position of Head Curator/Librarian of Special Collections and Archives, Watkinson Library. With nearly 200,000 volumes, the Watkinson Library comprises the Trinity College Library special collections department which is exceptional among small college libraries for its breadth and depth. Its holdings include late medieval manuscripts and early printed books, extensive collections in Americana, European history and literary manuscripts, ornithology, modern fine printing and artists’ books, and comprehensive and growing college archives. Renovated in 2007, the new Watkinson Library facility reflects the commitment of the College and its donors to our extraordinary collections. The Watkinson Library is housed in the College’s Raether Library and Information Technology Center. For more information please visit the Watkinson Library website at http://library.trincoll.edu/research/watk/. Responsibilities: The Head Curator/Librarian reports directly to the College Librarian and is responsible for providing leadership, planning, and management of the Library’s special collections, focusing on the promotion, preservation, and development of the Watkinson Library and Trinity College Archives. The Head Curator/Librarian supervises two professional librarians; engages in active outreach and instruction to reinforce the importance of primary resource material for teaching and study; provides research and teaching access to the collections; and assists in the planning and implementation of new technologies. Responsibilities also include innovative programming, exhibits, and presentations; engagement in donor activities; representing the Trinity Library in appropriate local regional and national venues; and serving as a member of the College Librarian’s Administrative Council. Qualifications: Accredited MLS or equivalent and a second Masters or Ph.D. in an area of the humanities or social sciences relating to the collections of the Watkinson Library; a minimum of five years of progressive supervisory experience; proven knowledge of rare books and manuscripts, and demonstrated experience with library special collection operations. The successful candidate will have experience with digital technology in a special collections environment; reading knowledge of at least one European language, preferably French, German or Italian; excellent written and oral communications skills; and the ability to work effectively and collegially with fellow professionals, faculty, students and staff. Trinity College offers a competitive salary commensurate with experience and an excellent benefits package. The review of applications and nominations will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. It is anticipated that the successful candidate will assume his or her duties on August 1, 2010. To apply, please send a brief letter describing your relevant experience and qualifications for the position; a professional resume, and three professional references to: Dr. Richard S. Ross, Trinity College Librarian, c/o Human Resources, Trinity College, 300 Summit Street, Hartford, Ct. 06106 or electronically to resumes@trincoll.edu. Trinity College is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. Applicants with disabilities should request, in advance, any needed accommodation in order to participate in the application process.

Head Curator/Librarian - Trinity College Watkinson Library

Head Curator/Librarian - Trinity College Watkinson Library. Trinity College (CT) invites applications and nominations for the position of Head Curator/Librarian of the Watkinson Library. With nearly 200,000 volumes, the Watkinson Library comprises the Trinity College Library special collections department. It is exceptional among small college libraries for its breadth and depth. Its holdings include late medieval manuscripts and early printed books, a vast array of 18th and 19th century literary manuscripts, diverse ephemera collections, a comprehensive collection of ornithology books, a large collection of modern private press books, and extensive and growing college archives. Renovated in 2007, the new Watkinson Library facility reflects the commitment of the College and its donors to our extraordinary collections. The Watkinson Library is housed in the College’s Raether Library and Information Technology Center (2003). For more information please visit the Watkinson Library website at http://library.trincoll.edu/research/watk/. The Head Curator/Librarian reports directly to the College Librarian and is responsible for providing leadership, planning, and management for the Library’s special collections, focusing on the promotion, preservation, and development of the Watkinson Library and Trinity College Archives. The Head Curator/Librarian supervises two professional librarians. The successful candidate will be expected to engage in active outreach and instruction that reinforces the importance of primary resource material for teaching and study; provide research and teaching access to the collections; assist in the planning and implementation of new technologies; and oversee work with special collections and archives while ensuring high quality operations, that will include innovative programs, exhibitions and presentations, and the use of appropriate technologies. Additionally, the candidate is expected to actively cultivate development activities; represent the Trinity Library in appropriate local regional and national venues; and serve as a member of the College Librarian’s Administrative Council. The successful candidate for the position will have an accredited Masters in Library Science or equivalent and a second Masters or Ph.D. in an area of the humanities or social sciences relating to the collections of the Watkinson Library. At least 5 years of progressive supervisory experience and working knowledge of rare books and manuscripts in a library special collection and general familiarity with overall library operations. Familiarity with digital technology as applied to the special collections environment; and a reading knowledge of at least one European language, preferably French, German or Italian. The incumbent will have excellent written and oral communications skills and have the ability work effectively with fellow professionals, faculty students and staff. Trinity College offers a competitive salary commensurate with experience and an excellent benefits package. The review of applications and nominations will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. It is anticipated that the successful candidate will assume his or her duties on August 1, 2010. To apply, please send a brief letter describing your relevant experience and qualifications for the position; a professional resume, and three letters of professional references to: Dr. Richard S. Ross, Trinity College Librarian, c/o Human Resources, Trinity College, 300 Summit Street, Hartford, Ct. 06106. Trinity College is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. Applicants with disabilities should request any needed accommodation in order to participate in the application process.