Special Collections Librarian

Candidates must apply through our website at: https://www.metrolibrary.org/about-us/jobs

Summary: Performs a variety of professional librarian duties within the context of local history and archives, including providing information and assistance to guests of all ages; planning, scheduling, and presenting programs and/or services; performing reference; building relationships with community organizations; and engaging in civic participation.

The hiring salary for this position is $51,521.60 annually. This is a full-time position working 40 hours per week. This position is exempt from the federal Fair Labor Standards Act. The candidate should be available to work all hours the library is open, including some weekends and evenings.*

*Hours are subject to change based on the needs of the department.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Provides excellent service, including answering questions and helping guests locate materials and services of
  interest.
• Uses effective techniques, good judgment and established organizational values, and policies and procedures to
  resolve difficult situations with guests.
• Executes short and long-term objectives within the context of the library's strategic and tactical plans.
  Champions the library's strategic priorities with the system's vision and values in mind.
• Uses broad and comprehensive knowledge of current library and archival methodologies to locate materials for guests,
  obtain information and make effective use of library resources and services.
• Participates in the overall planning, implementation, delivery and evaluation of local programs and services;
  contributes to the planning and distribution of promotional materials for related programs.
• Accessions, arranges, describes, and otherwise makes special collections available and accessible to guests
  through various media (including electronic records) in accordance with accepted standards and practices.
• Creates finding aids, inventories, web content, and other access points for special collections.
• Creates digital surrogates and records for original materials.
• Engages with the community through the development and implementation of programs in the context of local
  history, culture, and special collections; evaluates outreach opportunities and makes changes, as necessary.
• 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.
  Participates in the collection of oral histories and community archiving as appropriate.
• Creates and maintains accessible, retrievable digital records and databases, incorporating current advances in
  electronic information storage technology, content management systems, and accessibility best practices.
• Preserve records, documents, and objects, converting records to the most appropriate durable format.
• Makes use of bibliographies, indexes, databases, digital resources, and other reference tools to answer questions and
  to perform bibliographic searches.
• Provides reference services to the public regarding Special Collections through the library's public hours of operation
  and appointment requests, both in person and virtually.
• Works with volunteers; may serve as the department's volunteer coordinator. Provides information about library
  programs, services, materials, and collections, other departments, and policies and procedures.
• Develops library displays and merchandises materials to showcase Special Collections programs and special events.
• Coordinates with staff to measure the engagement impact of collection displays, signage, and relocations.
• Completes all required and assigned training on time.
• Participates in special projects, as assigned, such as surveys, public relations opportunities with the community, grant
  proposal preparation, problem-solving processes, and the annual program budget process
• Maintains professional awareness of current events, related developments and trends through reading professional
  literature and other news media.
• Assists in creating/editing/curating content for the web, including blog posts, bibliographies, social media posts, and
  the like, as required.
• Participates in staff meetings, engages in committee/teamwork, and completes training as necessary/required.
• Works in a manner safe to the individual and other people; follows safety rules and safe working practices; uses
  safety equipment as required.
• Defends the principles of the Citizen's Bill of Library Rights, the Freedom to Read Statement, the privacy of library
  guest records and the code of professional ethics.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
Education and Experience:

• Master's degree from an ALA-accredited college or university in Library and Information Science, or a Master of Arts in Museum Studies or History

HIGHLY PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS AND COMPETENCIES:

• Two (2) years of professional experience in special collections, archives, or a library setting.
• Enthusiasm for public service and the ability to work well with a diverse audience.
• Knowledge of best practices for archival arrangement, processing, preservation, and accessibility.
• Familiarity with research techniques for local, cultural, or public history.
• Understanding of Oklahoma culture and history.
• Awareness of current trends in library, archival, and/or special collections services.
• Initiative to independently develop ideas for content, programming, and library services.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues and community partners on ongoing projects.
• Experience building and sustaining community partnerships.
• Experience working with makerspace technologies.

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