Contributes to collections services, leading stacks and collection maintenance projects. Supervises public services in the late afternoon and early evening, responding to patron questions and troubleshooting issues. Organizes and processes faculty course reserve requests, facilitating world class research. Assists in managing the public services student staff. Serves as outreach and exhibits coordinator, highlighting to our community the Music Library's services, resources, special events, and e... more details
Library Collections Spec VI
Requisition #2024-19409
Date Posted17 hours ago(7/1/2024 3:52 PM)
Department
Lib-Collections & Access Svcs
Category
Library
Job Type
Full-Time
Overview
Princeton University Library is seeking a Library Collections Specialist VI at the Mendel Music Library. Reporting to the Library Operations Supervisor, this library assistant position supports collections services, public services, course reserves, and outreach in the Music Library. Mendel Music Library serves Princeton’s vibrant music and performing arts community, which includes the Department of Music and the programs in dance, music theater, and theater at the Lewis Center for the Arts.
We invite qualified candidates to consider becoming a fully engaged member of the Princeton University Library team, which advances world-class research, provides dynamic services and access to diverse resources, and is actively committed to building a culture that welcomes all.
Responsibilities
Responsibilities
Contributes to collections services, leading stacks and collection maintenance projects
Supervises public services in the late afternoon and early evening, responding to patron questions and troubleshooting issues
Organizes and processes faculty course reserve requests, facilitating world class research
Assists in managing the public services student staff
Serves as outreach and exhibits coordinator, highlighting to our community the Music Library's services, resources, special events, and exhibits
Scans print materials for reserves and document delivery services
The Library Collections Specialist will work 10am-6pm, Monday through Friday, in the Woolworth Center for Music.
Qualifications
ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS:
Minimum of three years of library experience or equivalent, with demonstrated ability to manage collections and circulation
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Ability to manage time and projects effectively
Supervisory experience
Ability to read music and recognize different types of notation, familiarity with music history and theory, and knowledge of forms, genres, and instruments corresponding to specific time periods and/or locations
Familiarity with Alma or other ILS systems, OCLC, and other major bibliographic databases
Facility with email, Google Workspace, and Microsoft Office applications, along with a willingness to learn new technology
Ability to work well in a team-based environment
Physical requirements include bending and stretching, lifting books, and moving large book trucks
High School diploma or GED
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor's degree. BA or BM, with concentration in music or performing arts
Bibliographic competency of Western European languages
Familiarity with cataloging and metadata record structures (including the MARC21 metadata schema) and content standards (including RDA and authority structure and standards)
Princeton University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. KNOW YOUR RIGHTS
Standard Weekly Hours
36.25
Eligible for Overtime
Yes
Benefits Eligible
Yes
Probationary Period
Per union contract
Essential Services Personnel (see policy for detail)
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