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NYPL Job Opening
Position Open: Librarian II (or Librarian I on a training basis)
The New York Public Library for the Performing Arts/
Rogers and Hammerstein Archives of Recorded Sound
Hours: Monday - Friday
9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. or 10:00 a.m. ? 6:00 p.m.
Evenings and Saturdays as required.
Schedule subject to change.
Salary: $34,055
General Description: Under the direction of the Chief Cataloger, catalogs
and processes archival collections of non-commercial sound recordings.
Catalogs collections and/or individual items into the RLIN REC or AMC files
and enters bibliographic and preservation information into a local database
using Advanced Revelation database management software. Encodes
collections in EAD so that digital finding aids can be produced on the
library's homepage. Supervises one data entry/processing assistant.
Advises sound preservation staff on bibliographic documentation
requirements. Works with Research Libraries Information Systems Analyst to
maintain and further develop database. Represents division on NYPL
committees dealing with archival processing. Assumes reference duties at
the public reference desk, by telephone, E-Mail, regular mail and fax.
Performs related duties as required.
Eligibility Requirements: ALA accredited MLS degree. Undergraduate or
graduate degree in music or substantial relevant experience in music or the
performing arts. Two years of professional experience required to be
considered at the Librarian II level. Ability to read bibliographic
citations in at least two foreign languages, preferably a romance language
and German. Professional experience cataloging sound recordings or music
materials into a bibliographic utility using the MARC format. Demonstrated
ability to deal tactfully and effectively with staff and the public.
Experience with archival processing and the RLIN database (Manuscripts -
AMC file) preferred. Working knowledge of SGML and EAD preferred. Public
service and supervisory experience preferred. Knowledge of sound recording
history and technology preferred.
The New York Public Library
Human Resources Department NB-RHA
188 Madison Avenue, 5th Floor
New York, New York 10016-4314
or email hrd@nypl.org
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Only candidates selected for further consideration will be contacted
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