Access Services Specialist, Harvard Divinity School Library, Cambridge, MA

Posted February 16, 2024

Access Services actively supports the teaching and research mission of the Harvard Library by delivering a high standard of service; cultivating a welcoming environment that is supportive to academic research and inquiry; stewarding the university collection; and connecting the academic community to the vast array of library resources. We support the teaching and scholarly mission of the University through collaborative partnerships with the community of students, scholars, and professionals at Harvard and beyond.  

This full-time position is based in the Harvard Divinity School Library (HDSL) and reports to the Access Services Librarian in HDSL. Under general guidance, and in support of the mission of the Harvard Divinity School Library, this position performs duties of an advanced nature within Access Services to facilitate access to the Harvard Library collections while maintaining an earnest commitment to excellent service. Work is performed with a high degree of judgment and latitude, and requires substantial knowledge of library organization, systems, and procedures. Assigned hours are Monday – Friday 8:45am-4:45pm.

Library hours may vary from the formal University calendar. The regular schedule for this position may include work on holidays, inclement weather and official University closings. Assigned hours may change throughout the year based on the Academic Calendar or departmental needs at the beginning of the semester. Approval for requests for time off during these periods is at the discretion of the supervisor based on business need.

How to Apply

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