DESCRIPTION
Reporting to the Managing Librarian, Reference, the Librarian, Research and Special Projects provides a range of reference services for Academy staff members in addition to working on a wide variety of specialized tasks and projects as assigned.
Responsibilities:
- Conduct research for various Academy staff members and/or departments required for a wide variety of Academy projects and programs throughout the year.
- Deliver library assets and coordinate Academy project orders to completion.
- Manage exhibition loan contracts and deliver digital files to borrowing institutions around the world; participate in the library’s Loans Committee.
- Assist with virtual reference services, including NFIS orders for remote access to materials.
- Staff the Library Reference Desk and assist patrons in accessing library materials; resolve patron issues/problems.
- Assist with the library implementation of LibGuides.
- Participate in the clipping and indexing of current publications for inclusion in Core Collections clipping files.
- Contribute to the planning and execution of library-wide exhibitions.
- Assist with library tours and events.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
POSITION REQUIREMENTS
- Master’s degree in Library Science (MLIS) from a program accredited by the American Library Association.
- 3+ years library reference work experience.
- Knowledge of film history and familiarity with print and online film research resources.
- Proficiency in MS Office and library software and databases.
- Excellent oral, written and interpersonal communication skills.
- Strong service orientation and professional demeanor with the ability to work effectively with colleagues, administrators, and patrons.
- Ability to balance multiple projects while maintaining meticulous attention to detail and remaining organized.
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in an at times stressful environment.
- Must be flexible in regard to work assignments as priorities and projects can change suddenly.
- Ability to kneel, bend, and stooping to access books and filed materials, lift boxes up to 30 lbs., and ascend and descend stairways.
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