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Form of workThe Museum of Modern Art is currently accepting applications for an Assistant Librarian in the Archives, Library, and Research Collections Department. This is a temporary position consisting of one day per week (7 hours) until August 30, 2024.
Responsibilities:
- Provides original and copy cataloging metadata for general and special collections materials in multiple formats as needed (including exhibition catalogs, monographs, artists' books, zines, photobooks, artist files, graphic materials, etc.) and according to current standards, including Library of Congress Subject Headings, LC classifications, and local practices.
- Performs any other duties reasonably related to the above functions described above or to the daily operations of the Archives, Library, and Research Collections department.
Requirements:
- ALA-accredited master's degree in information or library science.
One to three years experience with original and adaptive cataloging in a variety of formats (print, non-print, digital). - Experience with current standards for bibliographic and authority data (e.g., MARC, AACR2, RDA, LCSH, LCC).
- Experience with integrated library systems and associated tools, including OCLC Connexion, RDA toolkit and Cataloger's Desktop programs.
- Demonstrates outstanding team orientation, flexibility, and ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
- Outstanding verbal and written communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
- Detail oriented with ability to organize and prioritize tasks to meet deadlines.
- Ability to lift 30 pounds and to reach high and low shelves.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience using the Alma/Primo VE integrated library system.
- Experience with reference services and understanding of best practices in the areas of collection handling, transporting, and shelving.
- Reading knowledge of one or more languages in addition to English.
- Demonstrated knowledge of twentieth and twenty-first-century art, art historical reference sources and other related research material.
Reports to: Head of Library Services
Salary: The salary for this position is $34.45 per hour.
Job Type: Temporary / Part time until August 30, 2024.
Application instructions: To apply, please visit MoMA Jobs. Applicants should submit a resume and a statement of interest.
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