Art Librarian – Purchase College Library
Posted: March 29, 2008 Filed under: Opportunities: Job Postings Comments OffJob Description
The library is looking for an energetic and creative person, who can provide excellent customer service, is eager to try new things, and who will be flexible in a changing environment. The successful candidate will plan and deliver innovative reference and instruction services and develop and manage print and electronic collections in Art History, Art & Design, and New Media. The candidate will collaborate closely with the Visual Resources Associate in developing and promoting use of the visual resources collection, and digitizing the slide collection.
Required Experience
ALA-accredited MLS; excellent customer service skills; strong academic background in art; knowledge of digital image management systems, such as Embark and ArtStor; ability to teach effectively in the classroom and one-on-one; evidence of understanding key issues and trends in public services; commitment to learn and use emerging technologies and to provide responsive and innovative services; flexibility in adapting to change
MLS Requirement
ALA-accredited MLS
Education Requirements
Experience developing a visual resources collection; experience working in reference or instruction in an academic library; second master’s degree in art-related field; supervisory experience.
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