Local history volunteer positions, Newburgh Free Public Library, Newburgh, NY
Posted February 1, 2022
Description:
Description: Beginning next month, we will be building a brand new and expanded Local History Resource Center at the Newburgh Free Library. There will be numerous opportunities for a Library Science student to gain hands-on experience and leave their mark by:
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Conducting a thorough evaluation and assessment of our local history collections – our strengths and weaknesses, our opportunities for expansion and display of critical collections of interest – like urban renewal and ancestry – and to recommend and develop methods for enabling these collections a broader audience through our website, local history listservs, and other innovative means.
- Expedite the digitization of the majority of our LH collection and work on the Urban Archive collaboration.
- Develop two key “wall mounted” digital and print LH displays for the wall beside the new LHRC (Local History Resource Center) location and another site in the library to establish a vibrant LH presence and an inviting way to draw people into our new LHRC.
Qualifications:
- Current or recent enrollment in Master’s degree in library and/or information science program
- Interest in local history, digitization, and outreach
How to apply:
How to apply: Please send your resume and statement of interest to Theresa Zacek (she/her), Assistant Director, [email protected].
Apply by: Available until filled