Job Opening Title:
Research Services and Access Coordinator
Name of Employer:
Colby College Special Collections & Archives
Job Site Location (City, State) :
Waterville, ME
Application Deadline:
Minimum Degree Requirement:
Bachelors
Years of experience required:
Salary Range:
Job Opening URL:
https://colby.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/ColbyCareers/job/Research-Services-and-Access-Coordinator_R0004248-4
Job Description (if URL to posting not available). Include instructions for how to apply.:
Department: College Archives – Staff
Special Collections & Archives is Colby College’s repository for rare books, literary materials, and institutional records. SC&A seeks a Research Services and Access Coordinator. This position has primary responsibility for facilitating access and use of records and resources through the delivery of a broad range of reference and access services. The Coordinator serves as the primary point person for on- and off-site researcher requests, including managing all incoming reference inquiries and providing support in scheduling and coordinating researcher appointments.
The Research Services and Access Coordinator’s duties are based in SC&A, located in Miller Library. Colby College is committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment where every member of the community feels a sense of respect and belonging. We encourage inquiries from candidates who will contribute to the diversity of our College, including its
cultural and ethnic diversity.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Manages the department’s research spaces, including the lobby, Robinson, Healy, and Wormser rooms, including staffing the lobby desk during open hours.
Researching and responding to reference questions, and referring questions to subject experts within and outside the department.
Manages appointments and some reference scanning requests in coordination with the Curator of Digital Discovery and Engagement and the library’s Digital Preservation Center.
Assists with stacks management duties, especially pulling and refiling materials.
Assists with the planning and staffing of department group visits and events.
Helps to create/collect departmental statistics for administrative reports.
Maintains documentation and communication of procedures to ensure work consistency and quality.
Participates on library committees and/or working groups and completes other assignments as needed.
Perform additional duties as assigned; duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice
QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor’s degree or the equivalent in education and experience (Required)
Minimum of two years of experience in a library, archives, museum, or relevant higher education environment, including course practicums and other pre-graduate experiences (Required)
Must be customer-service oriented with excellent interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills (Required)
Strong written and verbal communication skills in professional settings (Required)
Demonstrates a commitment to valuing diversity and contributes to providing an inclusive working environment (Required)
Experience with detail-oriented tasks with attention to detail, accuracy, and best practices concerning confidentiality (Highly preferred)
Direct experience performing library and/or archival research (Preferred)
Familiarity with fundamental principles of research (Preferred)
Knowledge of or experience with library systems, particularly integrated library systems catalogs, and archival collections management software (Preferred)
Ability to establish priorities when working both independently and as a member of a collaborative team (Preferred)
Demonstrated ability to complete detailed work with minimal supervision and a high degree of accuracy (Preferred)
Must be flexible, curious and committed to ongoing professional development (Preferred)
KEY RELATIONSHIPS:
Reports to the Assistant Director for Special Collections & Archives; collaborates with all members of the SC&A department. Includes interactions with Colby College Libraries colleagues, as well as the Colby community.
WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
General open office and campus environment. Position involves sitting, although frequent movement is necessary. Computer usage involving repetitive hand/wrist motion is also necessary. Ability to move around campus is necessary. Occasional lifting up to 30-50 pounds may be required. Retrieval of materials using step stools or ladders may be required.
TO APPLY:
Interested candidates should apply electronically by clicking the “Apply” button on the Colby Careers website. Please submit a letter of interest including salary requirements, resume, and the contact information of three professional references. Materials should be addressed to:
Research Services and Access Coordinator – Search Committee Office of Human Resources
Colby College 5500 Mayflower Hill
Waterville, ME 04901-8855
A review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.
Colby is a private, coeducational liberal arts college that admits students and makes employment decisions on the basis of the individual’s qualifications to contribute to Colby’s educational objectives and institutional needs. Colby College does not discriminate in its educational programs or employment on the basis of race, color, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, religion, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, or military or veteran’s status. Colby is an equal opportunity employer and operates in accordance with federal and state laws regarding non-discrimination. Colby complies with Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex in an institution’s education programs and
activities. Questions regarding Title IX may be referred to Colby’s Title IX coordinator or to the federal Office of Civil Rights. We encourage inquiries from candidates who will contribute to the diversity of our College, including its cultural and ethnic diversity.
For more information about the College, please visit our website: www.colby.edu.
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