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KHS Librarian I -Kentucky Historical Society (Non-Merit)
Salary
$33,662.88 Annually
Employment Type
EXECUTIVE BRANCH | FULL TIME | ELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME PAY | NON-CHAPTER | 37.5 HR/WK
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Tourism, Arts, & Heritage Cabinet | Kentucky Historical Society
Location
100 W Broadway TDCCKH-History Center
Frankfort, KY 40601 USA
Description
The Kentucky Historical Society (KHS) is seeking a dynamic and service-oriented colleague to work in one of Kentucky's premier research libraries.
KHS's Martin F. Schmidt Research library consists of more than 35,000 books and thousands of other serial, rare imprint, manuscript, graphic, and audiovisual materials. The KHS Reference Services Librarian offers advice and expertise to assist patrons with their research needs.
This position also provides critical support for the operations of the library, including shelf preparation, shelving, book binding, cataloging, and special projects to promote the library and its resources. In doing so, the Reference Services Librarian ensures the stewardship of one of the top Kentucky history and genealogy collections in the nation.
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Key Responsibilities: Staffing the KHS library reference desk to assist patrons with research and to create a supportive environment for their visit Implementing operational and stewardship support for the KHS library collection Completing historical and genealogical research service requests from offsite patrons For a complete position description, please visit
Minimum Requirements
EDUCATION: A Bachelor's degree in a related field is required. A Master's degree in Library and Information Science or equivalent is preferred.
EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS: At least one (1) year experience working with reference services in a public setting is preferred.
Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE: NONE
Substitute EXPERIENCE for EDUCATION: NONE
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.): Must demonstrate excellent people and presentation skills and be able to speak professionally with diverse groups of people in both formal and informal settings. Must be proficient in Microsoft Office's suite of standard applications and online research databases as well as familiar with library cataloging software.
Working Conditions
Must be able to sit or stand for long periods. This is a full-time position of 37.5 hours per week, Tuesday through Saturday schedule, during regular KHS operational hours but must be able to work the occasional evening or holiday hours to provide for the needs of KHS in its programming and services for its museum and event guests. The primary office for this position is located in the Thomas Clark Kentucky History Center in downtown Frankfort, Kentucky. Must be willing to occasionally travel.
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An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D
