Librarian (Genealogy, Local, History, Archives)

Pay Range From 44,714.07

Pay Range To     50,303.00

Closing Date 9/20/19

Requisition Number:

52285

Department:

Library

Full-Time/Part-Time:

Full-Time

Regular/Temporary:

Regular

Number of Vacancies

1

All applicants must submit a completed application, cover letter, and resume to be considered for this opportunity. 

It’s an exciting time to join the Fort Worth Public Library! We have a brand new strategic plan and an exciting new vision to build a community of learners, dreamers, and doers. Find out more online.

The Library is seeking to hire an outgoing, creative, community-focused Librarian for the Genealogy, Local History and Archives Unit, located in the Central Library. The ideal candidate for this position is customer-focused, enthusiastic about bringing genealogy, local history, and archives library services to adults and students in the community; and comfortable working with diverse populations including people of all ages, backgrounds, dispositions, and abilities. The purpose of this position is to perform a variety of professional librarian duties including performing genealogy, local history, archives, and general reference and bibliographic instruction; providing information and assistance to customers of all ages; designing and implementing high-interest programs, workshops, and classes at multiple locations; building relationships with community organizations, processing archival collections, and providing technology support and instruction.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

· Champions the Library’s strategic goals and initiatives with the system’s mission, vision, and core values in mind.

· Provides reference services for requests (received in-person, by mail, email, or telephone) utilizing specialized local history, archival, and genealogical materials in a wide variety of formats (including automated genealogical databases, digital content management system, and archives management system) and assists customers in the use of facilities and services.

· Assists with the arrangement and description of archival collections in various media; creates finding aids, inventories, and other access points according to professional and local standards and procedures under the guidance of an Archivist.

· Assists with creating metadata to provide access to digital collections and digitizes requested items and manipulates images as needed.

· Assists with, designs, and presents programs/workshops for students and adults on local history topics and genealogical and archival collections holdings, to be delivered on-site and at other locations to community and target audiences.

· Maintains and develops assigned areas of the Library collection for increased engagement, to support the goals and initiatives of the library system, and to meet the needs of the local community; and maintains and classifies vertical files.

· Participates in the promotion of library services and resources; assists in giving department tours to groups; and assists in the preparation of informational handouts for public distribution including calendars and flyers.

· Provides customers with technology assistance and computer training, and assists customers with self-service equipment and technology.

· Contributes to the growth and development of community relationships; supports and participates in civic engagement; participates in community activities by providing information, answering questions and discussing community needs for services.

· Serves as the Manager on Duty, when needed.

· Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum job requirements include:

· Master’s Degree of Library Sciences from an accredited college or university or Master’s Degree in a related field (Archival Science, Public History) with two years of experience in a library setting.

· Ability to work evenings and weekends.

· Ability to work at/travel to various locations.

Preferred qualifications include:

· At least two years of experience working in a library setting.

· Previous experience developing and presenting programs, workshops, and classes for adults.

· At least one year of experience working in an archival repository.

 

Physical Demands:

While performing the essential functions of this job the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, or crouch, and lift and/or move up to 20 pounds. While performing the essential functions of this job the employee is occasionally required to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Full posting here: https://chm.tbe.taleo.net/chm04/ats/careers/v2/viewRequisition?org=FORTWORTH&cws=37&rid=52285