Reference Librarian & Archivist, Limra, Windsor, CT
Posted July 26, 2016
Limra/LOMA/LL Global Inc. is looking for a Reference Librarian and Archivist to be located in our Windsor, CT office.
Minimum Qualifications:
The Reference Librarian and Archivist should have a Master’s Degree in Library and Information Science from an ALA-accredited library school and a minimum of two years of professional experience working in archives and libraries. Demonstrated knowledge of library and archival theory, practices and standards, as well as excellent oral, written and interpersonal communication skills and time management skills are essential. The ability to be flexible and accommodate member and staff needs, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment on self-directed projects either independently or as part of a team is also necessary for this position.
Preferred Qualifications:
- The ideal candidate will have experience in providing reference service by email and phone, and working with various types of people to assist their reference needs within a fixed time frame.
- Experience in accessioning and processing archival collections, creating collection descriptions and doing preservation work.
- Experience working in or establishing a collection management or DAM system.
- Knowledge of or familiarity with current records management practices, and the ability to lift boxes of up to 40 pounds.
- Certified Archivist or ARMA designation or willingness to obtain one.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide reference service by phone, email and in person for staff and employees of LIMRA member companies worldwide, including historical reference using the archives.
- Participate in various library duties as needed; including staff assistance, facility tours, website assistance, filing, article cataloging, and representing the library and archives in various organizational committees.
- Project planning and management for digitization projects and web-archiving.Maintain and develop the corporate archival program for a 100-year old membership organization.
- Appraise, accession, catalogue, preserve, repair, maintain and provide access to paper and digital collections of research data, original publications, journals and newsletters, correspondence, marketing materials, photographs, video, film, and memorabilia.
- Create changing physical displays in the home office building to increase awareness of the archives among internal staff and visiting member company staff.
- Maintain intranet sites for the corporate archives and any relevant sections on the member website.
- Create and update records schedules and work with staff and retirees to preserve their records and transfer relevant materials to the archives.
- Supervise and train interns and library staff in the completion of various projects including preservation and digitization work as needed.
- Stay current with professional practices by reading relevant journals and listservs, and attending conferences and webinars.
Please see this link for more details and to apply http://llglobal.