Special Collections and Archives Librarian, Part-Time

Special Collections and Archives Librarian, Part-Time (Non-Exempt)
Why Join Us?

Consider joining our creative and dynamic team! As the Special Collections and Archives Librarian, you will oversee day-to-day operations while managing targeted library projects for the Denver Art Museum’s Frederick R. Mayer Library. The library’s holdings are comprised of the museum’s main campus library, the rare & fragile book collection, the Kirkland library, and various archival materials. You will also assist the volunteer staff aide overseeing the volunteer library.

The Librarian works closely with the provenance research department, while serving as the point of contact for library and archive assistance for museum staff, volunteers, and outside researchers.

Work Schedule:

This position is not eligible for remote work. Flexible schedule, 28 hrs/week, M-F, between 9a-5p.This position reports to the Provenance Researcher in the Curatorial department.

Position type:
This position will be covered by a Collective Bargaining Agreement with AFSCME-CWU.Pay Range: $25.50 – $31.90 per hour, based on experience.

Perks & Benefits:
Free DAM Family Membership; 4 hours of personal time plus Colorado paid sick leave;
Employee Assistance Program; subscription to Headspace; 403(b) Retirement Plan with immediate eligibility to contribute; those who meet the requirements after one year and 1,000 hours qualify for the 3% non-elective contribution and 2% match program; and more. This position is based at the Denver Art Museum, which only has a pay-to-park option. Discounted parking is available. Free RTD Eco Pass.

What You’ll Do Responsible for all day-to-day library access, activities and functions

Refine and implement library policies and procedures to ensure safety and preservation of the collection

Organize and maintain the museum’s library collections of books, periodicals, selected archives, and other reference materials

Perform original and complex cataloging for both print and non-print formats in accordance with national standards, such as Resource Description and Access (RDA), Library of Congress Classification, and Library of Congress Subject Headings Conduct authority work and create locally controlled vocabularies to support the collections

Serve as the vendor liaison, administrator, and point of contact for the Integrated Library System (ILS), managing all applicable modules, including the Online Public Access Catalog (OPAC), Online Computer Library Center (OCLC), or any other associated products and metadata services

Responsible for acquisitions, cataloging, circulation, and data reporting

Assess, make recommendations, implement and oversee projects that address the museum’s library collection and archive materials

Work independently and in collaboration with the museum’s volunteer manager to select, oversee, and train volunteers for various short- and long-term projects

Work closely with existing volunteer library staff aides on current, on-going projects

Other Duties:

Manage, research, and respond to library department emails and queries

Collaborate with affiliated community academic programs to facilitate museum staff access to Special Community Member (SCM) accounts

Select, supervise, train, and schedule interns

Manage content and updates for the library department webpage

Manage expenses within the library’s annual budget to include acquisitions, subscriptions, supplies, and other related needs

Stay updated on industry trends and best practices in museum librarianship

Attend monthly all-staff meetings

Conduct department administrative tasks

Perform additional duties as needed to support departmental and organizational goals

Consistent usage of the Racial Equity Lens in day-to-day operations

What We’re Looking for Master of Library Science degree (MLS or MLIS) from an American Library Association accredited program3+ years of experience, or a combination of experience and education, in libraries, special collections, and archives to include working with records, processes, maintenance, and preservation of materials

Strong project management skills and experience in managing multiple projects at once

Experience with OCLC and the…