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Special Collections Librarian
- Library Systems & Services (Beltsville, MD)
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LAC Federal is seeking an experienced Special Collections Librarian to support a project with a prestigious federal library in Beltsville, Maryland. The Special Collections Librarian will be responsible for the management, preservation, and promotion of the library's special collections. This is a long-term, full-time, on-site (40 hours a week; Monday to Friday) benefited contract opportunity.
Responsibilities:
+ Assess condition of materials and initiate repairs and/or digitization where needed
+ Assess potential donations to collection and recommend whether to accept
+ Prepare documents needed to transfer or add collection materials and update collection administrative files to reflect changes/additions
+ Accession new materials into the collection and update finding aids to reflect additions
+ Monitor and report on collection usage through anecdotes and measures
+ Prepare for and participate in tours and outreach; create displays of representative items from the collection and associated talking points
+ Prepare physical materials for digitization; coordinate production of in-house and external digitization; and collaborate with digital archivists to preserve and present the digitized content
+ Ability to lift and move books and manuscript boxes, to climb ladders to retrieve materials, and push book trucks.
Requirements
+ MLS from an ALA-accredited institution with a focus on archives, special collections, or a related field
+ At least two years of experience working with special collections materials in a library, archives, or museum setting
+ Knowledge of archival principles, standards, and best practices for processing, description, and preservation of special collections materials
+ Familiarity with metadata standards and tools, such as EAD and MARC
+ Experience with digitization and digital preservation of special collections materials
+ Strong research and reference skills
+ Excellent written and verbal communication skills
+ Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment
+ Attention to detail and strong organizational skills
+ Familiarity with library management systems and digital asset management systems
+ Ability to pass a background check
Benefits
+ Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
+ Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
+ Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
+ Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
+ Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
+ Short Term & Long Term Disability
+ Training & Development
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