Duties/Description

The Slides and Digital Images Department of the Fine Arts Library is seeking a part-time cataloging assistant to create and enhance descriptive cataloging of western visual materials. Under the supervision of the assistant curator, the cataloging assistant will provide original cataloging and subject indexing of images in analog and digital formats, performed in accordance with Harvard’s online system (OLIVIA). The cataloging assistant will research and establish entries for names, work titles, locations, sites, etc., so that data will conform to appropriate
authority files. Other tasks may include, but are not limited to, retrieving slides for scanning and other related projects as needed.

This position is 10-15 hours/week.

 Qualifications

Strong background in Western European art history with  reading knowledge of at least one other European language.  The candidate must be detail-oriented with strong  analytical skills. Previous experience in cataloging or related work preferred.

Salary

$13.13/hour

If interested, please email your cover letter and resume to Aaron Weinberger at  aweinber@fas.harvard.edu.

Organization: Fashion Institute of Design and Merchandising
Location: Los Angeles, California
Description: Job Title: Library Specialist – Reference / Circulation

Department: Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising Library

Supervisor: Library Public Services Manager

Summary: This position is responsible for providing reference and circulation services, bibliographic instruction, and internet researching to all Library patrons in support of the FIDM and Library Mission Statements.

Responsibilities:
• Provide reference services, bibliographic instruction, internet researching and instruction to all Library patrons.
• Conduct internet, online services, and other instructional searches as required.
• Provide circulation services to all Library patrons.
• Participate in events in support of FIDM, FIDM Education Department Curriculum, or the Library, including; but not limited to: tours, lectures, reference support, teams, and newsletters, etc.
• Answer questions in the Library, either in person, by telephone or email.
• Assist in preparation and update of handouts.
• Assist in annual inventory.
• Submit reports as requested.
• Maintain and update Policies and Procedures Manual for this position.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:
• Associate degree preferred.
• One year experience in FIDM related discipline.
• Ability to abstract written materials.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Computer literate at the Intermediate Skill Level with competency in those tasks determined necessary for the position.

Application Information:Email your resume to rgarcia@fidm.com; include salary requirements. The schedule for this part-time position is Monday 1:00 – 10:00pm, Saturday 9:00am – 6:00pm, and four hours TBD.

Organization: MU Libraries – University of Missouri-Columbia
Location: Columbia, Missouri
Description: The University of Missouri-Columbia Libraries is seeking qualified applicants for an entry level position of Archivist I or Librarian I in the Special Collections, Archives, and Rare Books Division (SCARaB). Responsibilities include management and development of the Division’s electronic finding aids and website, research for and preparation of exhibits, participates in digital library collection development, contribution to special research and writing projects, and providing reference services to users of the collections. This position reports to the Head of SCARaB.

Additional information, including information on qualifications and how to apply, can be found at http://mulibraries.missouri.edu/staff/admin/jobopps.htm. Moving expenses covered up to 10% of negotiated salary.

The University of Missouri-Columbia is committed to cultural diversity and it is expected that successful candidate(s) will share in this commitment. MU is an equal opportunity/ADA institution and encourages applications from women and minority candidates. For ADA accommodations during the application process, please call 573-882-4701. Relay Missouri users call through 1-800-735-2966.
Application Information:Submit cover letter, resume and names of three references to: Leo Agnew, Personnel Coordinator 104 Ellis Library University of Missouri Columbia, MO 65201 You may send your application by e-mail to: agnewl@missouri.edu