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Music Library Coordinator, American University, Washington, DC

Position Number: 11052

Department: University Library

Salary Range: $22.00 – $24.17/hour

Work Hours per Week: 35

Band: Coordinator/Analyst B

Position Type: Full-time Staff

Description:

The Music Library Coordinator manages the day-to-day operations of the Music Library and the collections.This position oversees the technological aspects of the Music Library, including digitization of library collections/materials, streaming audio reserves, and its web and social media presence. Additionally, this position trains, supervises, and schedules the part-time employees; provides reference assistance to patrons; manages course reserves, and maintains the collections, including copy cataloging.

Educational Requirements: A Bachelor’s degree with a focus in music is strongly preferred. 

Minimum Requirements:

  • Extensive knowledge of music history and literature
  • 3 years of customer service experience, intermediate music research skills, and experience in using MS Office applications
  • Previous library related experience
  • 2 years supervisory experience
  • Project management experience
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential, as well as attention to detail
  • Good work ethic and customer service skills
  • Ability to communicate effectively, and work independently with minimal supervision
  • Provide leadership in management of part-time students
  • Capable of handling multiple tasks and priorities
  • Accuracy, attention to detail and good organizational skills
  • Show flexibility and willingness to learn new skills and systems

Preferred Requirements:

  • Experience with copy-cataloging and specialized software, such as such as Finale notation software, audio recording applications or digital collection management system

Additional Information:

American University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution that operates in compliance with applicable laws and regulations. The university does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation, disability, marital status, personal appearance, gender identity and expression, family responsibilities, political affiliation, source of income, veteran status, an individual’s genetic information or any other bases under federal or local laws (collectively “Protected Bases”) in its programs and activities.

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