Dear CoHsl-list,
I would like to request to have the below position posted to the Modern Greek Associates
site. Please let me know if additional information is needed.
Sincerely,
Tracie
Princeton University Library, Princeton, NJ
Special Collections Assistant V
Requisition No: 2023-16240
Position Title: Special Collections Assistant
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Responsibilities
This position is a member of the team which supports all Collection Development Department
activities including collection development, collection management and the provision of
specialized assistance for those using Princeton's collections. The scope of work
includes: searching, identification and management of bibliographic acquisitions and
catalog records and other library and vendor records; participation in gifts processing
and pre-order processing workflows; gathering and organizing data, generating lists, and
making decisions to support ReCAP transfer; deduping and collection assessment projects
and replacement decision-making for brittle, damaged and missing books; maintenance of
specific graduate study rooms; and general operational support for subject selectors and
curators. Creates brief bibliographic cataloging records. Works closely with and is
supervised by the Assistant to the Assistant University Librarian for Collection
Development and also may be assigned work by professional staff in the Department as
needed. Occasionally provides general collection development support for professional
staff in the Reference Services Department, and provides specialized assistance as needed
to other library departments requiring Hellenic Studies subject knowledge and language
skills.
Works closely with and provides specialized support for the Librarian for Classics,
Hellenic Studies, and Linguistics. Ordering and copy cataloging for Modern Greek and
Esperanto retrospective acquisitions and gifts including assistance with acquisitions
management; maintenance and enhancement of digital resources related to Hellenic and
Byzantine studies. Collection maintenance for the Classics, Hellenic Studies, and
Linguistics periodicals collection and the Classics, Hellenic Studies, and Linguistics
Graduate Study Room, and specialized assistance for users of those collections; and
processing and cataloging ephemeral material (pamphlets, fliers, bulletins, posters, and
other non-traditional formats). Processing may involve physical handling and/or creating
or editing metadata for individual digitized items and collections. Responsible for
hiring, training and supervising student assistants to support these activities as needed.
The incumbent addresses and independently resolves complex problems and assists the
Librarian for Classics, Hellenic Studies, and Linguistics in establishing goals, policies
and procedures.
Qualifications
Required qualifications:
* Fluent reading knowledge and comprehension of Modern Greek and willing to learn
Esperanto.
* Minimum two years academic library working experience as outlined in position
description.
* Ability to provide specialized assistance for faculty and students.
* Experience working with ephemeral material, digital and IT projects and workflows.
* Ability to communicate effectively in English with a variety of library staff in
written and oral form, to be organized and detail-oriented, to work effectively in a
team-based mode, anticipate workflow changes and adjust priorities accordingly.
* Proficiency with searching OCLC (WorldCat, First Search) and other major
bibliographic databases. Familiarity with ILS functions (Acquisitions and Cataloging
modules), integrated discovery systems, and authority file functions.
* Proficiency in use and analysis of data from spreadsheet software such as MS Excel
and word-processing software such as MSWord. Ability to create Excel files as required.
Ability to use standard email applications.
* Facility with Internet searching.
* Ability to move boxes of books (up to 30 pounds) from book trucks to shelves (and
the reverse). This position requires frequent bending and reaching.
* Basic HTML coding and editing skills and familiarity with LibGuides
Preferred Qualifications:
* Bachelor's Degree with a major in a related field (e.g. Modern Greek; Greek
Studies)
* Familiarity with XML technology as is used in the creation of library resources.
Princeton University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action
Employer<https://rrr.princeton.edu/eop> 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.
Tracie Emanuel
Assistant to Associate University Librarian
Scholarly Collections & Research Services
Princeton University Library
Contact: 609.258.6668