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Position Available
Reference Librarian-American Antiquarian Society

Founded in 1812, the American Antiquarian Society is a learned society
that supports a preeminent national research library specializing in
American history, life, and culture from settlement through the year
1876.  The library serves a world-wide community of scholars.
Outstanding reference service to readers and other library constituents
has been a hallmark of the Society for decades.
Responsibilities:  Provide reference assistance to readers; conduct
reference interviews and orientations of new readers; assist with the
reading room operations of a rare book research library; approve
requests for photocopying of materials, consulting with curators as
needed; monitor the reference desk and the distribution and return of
printed, manuscript and graphic items; monitor condition of materials
paged for readers; consult with curators and conservation staff as
needed; oversee patron use of collection materials and ensure all
library security rules are enforced; acquaint and assist readers with
library holdings and policies of collection use; assist readers with the
use of online catalog and other finding aids; page collection materials
(including graphic and manuscript items) as needed; respond to reference
queries via e-mail, telephone, and letter; undertake special projects as
assigned by the head librarian.
Qualifications:  An advanced degree in a field of study relevant to the
Society's collections (e.g. librarianship, history, literature) is
required.  Successful candidates will have excellent interpersonal,
organizational, and communication skills, aptitude for collaborative
decision making in a collegial environment, effective computer skills,
and a strong commitment to enhancing the reputation of the Society for
outstanding reference service to its readers.
Compensation:  This is a full time position, available on or about
September 1, 2006.  Salary will be $30-35,000 commensurate with
experience.  Benefits include health and life insurance; retirement plan
options; paid holidays, vacation, personal and sick leave; travel and
other professional development opportunities. A 35 hour work week within
the library's normal hours (M, T, Th, F 9-5; W 9-8) must be negotiated.
To apply:  Submit a letter of application and a resume electronically to
eharris@mwa.org with the subject line "Search Committee, Reference
Librarian." Please include contact information for three references. The
American Antiquarian Society is an equal opportunity employer in
accordance with applicable federal and state laws; minority candidates
are encouraged to apply.

S.J. Wolfe
Senior Cataloguer and Serials Specialist
American Antiquarian Society
mailto:swolfe@mwa.org
http://home.earthlink.net/~perseshen