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Position Announcement - Columbus, OH



Position Announcement
Reference Librarian/Archivist I

Ohio Historical Society
Archives/Library
Columbus, Ohio
www.ohiohistory.org

Nature of Work in this Class
Provides efficient and friendly reference services to researchers who visit
the reading rooms of the Ohio Historical Society. Answers both telephone and
written reference requests using established procedures.

Illustrative Examples of Work
Provides the full range of reference services to researchers using the
Reading Rooms and provides telephone reference service within established
procedures. Answers written reference correspondence within established
procedures. Participates in professional development. Works cooperatively as
part of a team with reference staff, volunteers and other Ohio Historical
Society staff. Helps to provide access to our collections to over 45,000
researchers a year.  Complies with directions within reasonable time frames,
assumes responsibility and authority when necessary, displays initiative and
flexibility. Other duties as required.

Essential Knowledge, Abilities and Skills
Knowledge of Ohio and American history; ability to communicate effectively
orally and in writing with patrons, staff and donors; ability to work
independently; knowledge of library and/or archival practices and
procedures; and basic knowledge of computer programs to include Microsoft
Office and on-line database search programs.

Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in American history, or related discipline, one or more
semesters towards a Masters preferred.  One to three years direct work
experience in a library or archives.

Salary
Commensurate with qualifications and experience.

To Apply
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.  Those received
before January 15, 2001 will receive priority consideration.  Send resume
and brief cover letter to:

                Personnel Office
                Ohio Historical Society
                1982 Velma Avenue
                Columbus, OH 43211
                Fax: (614) 297-2293

The Ohio Historical Society is committed by the spirit of fairness to
promote actively and provide equal employment opportunity.

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