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Project Map Cataloger
Project Archivist
Project Assistant: Crossing Borders, Bridging Generations
Position: Project Map Cataloger
The Brooklyn Historical Society Othmer Library in Brooklyn, NY is seeking an energetic, team-oriented candidate for a full-time, 12 month appointment, grant-funded Project Map Cataloger position. The successful candidate will report to the Director of Library and Archives.
The Organization:
BHS' Othmer Library houses the most comprehensive collection of Brooklyn-related materials in the world. In 1993, the U.S. Department of Education designated the Othmer Library as a “major research library”
under Title II-C of the Higher Education Act. Today the collection includes more than 100,000 books and pamphlets, 60,000 photographs and prints, 2,000 feet of archival collections, and more than 2,000 maps and atlases. These materials include family histories, rare books, periodicals, serials, journals, personal papers, institutional records, and oral histories that document Brooklyn's many different ethnic groups and neighborhoods.
We draw from these holdings to create interpretive exhibitions that prompt students, scholars and members of the general public to reconsider the fundamental facts of history in light of primary source documents and artifacts. BHS serves more than 45,000 people annually by providing opportunities for civic dialogue and community engagement for children and adults through exhibit tours, public programming, research opportunities, educational programs for New York City students, and professional development workshops and written curricula for teachers.
Job Responsibilities:
The successful candidate will be responsible for creating original and enhanced item-level MARC catalog records for our collection of maps in the integrated library system Aleph, an Ex-Libris product. The map cataloger will be responsible for maintaining the highest possible level of quality in rare materials cataloging practice consistent with BHS's and NYU's cataloging standards and the standards and policies of the Library of Congress and the OCLC bibliographic utility.
The Project Map Cataloger will work directly with and under the supervision of the Special Collections Librarian, to determine project workflows and priorities; and aid in the updating of BHS’ map cataloging manual that serves as both a training and reference tool. In addition to cataloging responsibilities, the map cataloger will be expected to cover the reference desk during the library's open hours 2-4 times a month, as needed. This position is funded for one (1) year with a possibility of an extension.
Qualifications:
Required: Successful candidate will have an ALA-accredited MLS; 1 - 2 years professional cataloging experience; demonstrated experience with AACR2, MARC21, LCSH, LCRIs; cataloging components of OCLC, and local integrated online library systems; authority control; ability to work independently; and strong oral and written communication skills; Ability to lift, bend, and reach boxes or volumes weighing up to 40 lbs repeatedly, including handling these materials while standing on rolling ladders and stepstools; Ability to work in library stacks in cold temperatures (60-65 degrees Fahrenheit for up to an eight-hour workday, five days a week for 18 months; and Demonstrated reliable attendance to ensure successful and timely project completion.
Preferred: 3-4 years post-MLS cataloging experience; experience cataloging cartographic materials; experience handling and cataloging historic material; knowledge of DCRM(B); and experience using Ex Libris’ integrated library system, Aleph.
Compensation:
Salary starts at $40,000 a year, dependent on experience and qualifications. Benefits include full medical and dental benefits; sick and vacation days; and optional pre-tax public transportation payroll deduction. This is a temporary position, funded for twelve (12) months, with the possibility of an extension.
How To Apply:
Applicants should apply with a cover letter that includes a complete statement of qualifications; a full resume of their education and relevant experience; and the names, addresses, and phone numbers of three references who are knowledgeable about their qualifications for this position. EMAIL applications to: 
Please include in the subject line of your email: Map Cataloger Application [your last name]
No phone calls, please.
Review of applications will begin on April 1, 2013.
Position: Project Archivist
The Brooklyn Historical Society Othmer Library in Brooklyn, NY is seeking an energetic, team-oriented candidate for a full-time, 18 month appointment, grant-funded Project Archivist position. The successful candidate will report to the Director of Library and Archives.
The Organization:
BHS' Othmer Library houses the most comprehensive collection of Brooklyn-related materials in the world. In 1993, the U.S. Department of Education designated the Othmer Library as a “major research library”
under Title II-C of the Higher Education Act. Today the collection includes more than 100,000 books and pamphlets, 60,000 photographs and prints, 2,000 feet of archival collections, and more than 2,000 maps and atlases. These materials include family histories, rare books, periodicals, serials, journals, personal papers, institutional records, and oral histories that document Brooklyn's many different ethnic groups and neighborhoods.
We draw from these holdings to create interpretive exhibitions that prompt students, scholars and members of the general public to reconsider the fundamental facts of history in light of primary source documents and artifacts. BHS serves more than 45,000 people annually by providing opportunities for civic dialogue and community engagement for children and adults through exhibit tours, public programming, research opportunities, educational programs for New York City students, and professional development workshops and written curricula for teachers.
Job Responsibilities:
The successful candidate will be responsible for processing, arranging, and describing the Brooklyn Corporate Counsel records, a collection of unprocessed legal documents that encompass the period from ca. 1820 to ca. 1920, when Brooklyn formed as in independent city and then consolidated with the other boroughs to form New York City.
Using Archivist's Toolkit to create an EAD finding aid according the standards set forth in BHS's archival processing manual and Describing
Archives: a Content Standard (DACS), the Project Archivist will also be responsible for exporting that descriptive record from the Toolkit and importing in to a variety of other systems for public access; updating and maintaining procedures and policies; and providing information for reports to the granting agency. In addition to survey project responsibilities, the Project Archivist may cover the reference desk during the library's open hours up to 2 times per month, and other responsibilities as assigned.
Required Qualifications:
Masters in Library and Information Science or History, or equivalent degree, with a specialization in archival studies and completion of a library cataloging course; Demonstrated understanding of archival collections and principles of arrangement and description through a completed finding aid or other description tool; Effective oral and written communication skills; Ability to work as both independently and as part of a team; Strong organization and time-management skills; attention to accuracy and detail is essential; Familiarity with MARC and EAD; AACR2 and DACS; and with the use and application of standardized vocabularies; Supervisory experience, either within an archive or another work setting; Ability to lift, bend, and reach boxes or volumes weighing up to 40 lbs repeatedly, including handling these materials while standing on rolling ladders and stepstools; Ability to work in library stacks in cold temperatures (60-65 degrees Fahrenheit for up to an eight-hour workday, five days a week for 18 months; and Demonstrated reliable attendance to ensure successful and timely project completion.
Preferred: 2-3 years post-MLS processing experience; Previous experience working with CMS and ILS systems; familiarity with Wordpress content management systems; experience specifically with Archivists'Toolkit and/or Ex Libris Primo and Aleph is highly desirable; Previous archival processing and description experience, including an understanding of pragmatic and efficient processing procedures; Undergraduate degree in history. A working knowledge of U. S. history is needed, to determine how collections fit into state and national issues for purposes of cataloging; knowledge of legal processes and terminology; and knowledge of Brooklyn or New York history is preferred; Experience handling and providing basic preservation treatments for historic materials.
Compensation:
Salary starts at $40,000 a year, dependent on experience and qualifications.
Benefits include full medical and dental benefits; sick and vacation days; and optional pre-tax public transportation payroll deduction. This is a temporary, grant-funded position which will not extend past the grant period, ending December 31, 2014.
How To Apply:
Applicants should apply with a cover letter that includes a complete statement of qualifications; a full resume of their education and relevant experience; and the names, addresses, and phone numbers of three references who are knowledgeable about their qualifications for this position. EMAIL applications to:
Please include in the subject line of your email: Project Archivist Application [your last name]
No phone calls, please.
Review of applications will begin on April 1, 2013.
Project Assistant: Crossing Borders, Bridging Generations (Grant Funded)
Brooklyn Historical Society – Brooklyn, NY
DEPARTMENT
Oral History / Public Programming / Public History
POSITION TYPE
Full Time, Grant-funded position (ends September 30, 2014)
Start Date: Immediately
End Date: September 30, 2014
RESPONSIBILITIES
Works closely with the Director of Oral History to assist and support the implementation of a dynamic public history & digital humanities project on mixed-heritage families and cultural hybridity.
Responsible for a wide range of tasks including administrative duties associated with scheduling and coordinating meetings and planning events, attending events to ensure things run smoothly, arranging travel for advising scholars and event speakers, arranging with vendors for services, tracking invoices and purchase orders, maintaining email/mailing lists, providing communications support and program information to internal and external audiences, assisting maintenance of project-related web-based platforms, and representing the project both internally and externally.
As a member of this highly collaborative team, you will participate in decision-making at all points in the project and will contribute to shaping content and goals of public programming, multimedia web publishing (including curricula), and oral history collecting.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- BA in History, Sociology, Anthropology, Psychology, Race & Ethnic Studies, Gender Studies, or a related field
- At least 2 years experience (work-study counts) working in a nonprofit or university setting, preferably in a project assistant capacity
- Extremely organized, detail-oriented, ability to stay on-task in a complex environment
- Ability to work independently on administrative projects and ensure that they are accomplished in a timely and accurate manner
- Comfort on both Mac and PC and web-based platforms such as Wordpress, Drupal, Vimeo, SoundCloud, Twitter, Facebook, etc.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience with racial justice dialogue
- Knowledge of Brooklyn
- Experience working with and/or editing multimedia files (audio and video)
- Interest and Experience writing online content for a broad audience
POSTING DATE
March 6, 2013
APPLICATION DEADLINE
April 3, 2013
About the Project:
Crossing Borders, Bridging Generations, an oral history project and public programming series, examines the history and experiences of mixed-heritage people and families, cultural hybridity, race, ethnicity, and identity in the historically diverse borough of Brooklyn.
Crossing Borders, Bridging Generations is a project of the Brooklyn Historical Society which builds upon BHS's oral history collections. Begun in 1973, the oral history collections contain interviews with more than 800 narrators and are available for listening in the Othmer Library.
Through sharing stories, we open up intergenerational conversations about preserving cultural heritage in a multicultural democracy.
http://cbbg.brooklynhistory.org/
About Brooklyn Historical Society:
Brooklyn Historical Society connects the past to the present and makes the vibrant history of Brooklyn tangible, relevant, and meaningful for today's diverse communities, and for generations to come.
Founded in 1863, Brooklyn Historical Society is a nationally recognized urban history center dedicated to preserving and encouraging the study of Brooklyn's extraordinary 400-year history. Located in Brooklyn Heights and housed in a magnificent landmark building designed by George Post and opened in 1881, today's BHS is a cultural hub for civic dialogue, thoughtful engagement and community outreach.
http://www.brooklynhistory.org/
Compensation:
Salary: $36,000 (Grant Funded)
Position includes full health benefits and paid vacation.
How to Apply:
Please send cover letter, resume/CV, and references to:
oralhistory@brooklynhistory.org
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