The New York Historical is hiring: Reference Librarian in New York
The New York Historical, New York, NY, United States
JOB TITLE: Reference Librarian
DEPARTMENT: Library
REPORTS TO: Director of Library Curatorial Affairs & Research
About The New York Historical
New York’s first museum, The New York Historical is a leading cultural institution documenting over 400 years of American history through a peerless collection of art, documents, and artifacts. Our offerings span groundbreaking exhibitions; acclaimed educational programs for teachers and students nationwide; and thought-provoking conversations among leading scholars, journalists, and thinkers about the past, present, and future of the American experiment. The New York Historical is a museum of museums and a collection of collections. We are home to the Patricia D. Klingenstein Library, the Center for Women’s History, the Reiss Family Graduate Institute for Constitutional History, the Dorothy Tapper Goldman Center for Teaching Democracy, the DiMenna Children’s History Museum, and the future American LGBTQ+ Museum. We elevate the perspectives and scholarship that define the United States’ democratic heritage and challenge us all to shape our ongoing history for the better.
Job Summary
Working in a collaborative, team environment, the Reference Librarian provides in-depth assistance onsite and remotely to The New York Historical staff, research fellows, and external researchers: conducts virtual reference interviews and sets up research appointments; retrieves, tracks, and reshelves collections. The Reference Librarian also introduces groups to the library’s collections and services through presentations and classes; describes and promotes collections through blog posts, social media, and small displays in the reading room; works closely with colleagues in the education, communications, and curatorial departments; contributes to library and institutional initiatives and projects; and will engage in other duties as assigned. This is a full‑time position under the collective bargaining agreement with UAW, Local 2110 union position; candidates must belong to union or be willing to join.
Essential Job Duties
Provides in-depth research assistance on‑site and remotely to New York Historical staff, research fellows, external researchers, and visiting groups;
Conducts reference interviews and sets up research appointments;
Retrieves, tracks, and reshelves collections;
Introduces groups to the library’s collections and services through presentations and classes;
Describes and promotes collections through blog posts, social media, and small displays in the reading room;
Works closely with colleagues in the education, communications, and curatorial departments;
Contributes to library and institutional initiatives and projects;
Other duties as assigned.
Requirements
M.L.S. from an A.L.A.-accredited program required; B.A. in the humanities preferred;
At least two years working in a busy reference setting with multiple responsibilities;
Ability to gracefully adapt and be flexible in a rapidly changing, service‑oriented environment;
Commitment to library public service, including a keen interest in promoting the use and appreciation of special collections to the widest possible audience;
Enthusiastic embrace of presenting to groups;
Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively on projects and initiatives;
Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills;
Knowledge of emerging technologies and other trends in the field;
Experience working with Atlas System’s Aeon or similar collections tracking software preferred;
Basic knowledge of New York and American history preferred;
Previous work in a special collections library preferred.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee with or without accommodation, to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The employee will retrieve, transport, and re‑shelve library collections of varying size and weight, alone and in conjunction with co‑workers. Library carts and special carriers are used to transport all collections except for small and lightweight items which are carried by hand. The employee will walk and climb steps throughout the day.
Compensation & Benefits
The expected salary for this position is $70,063.47 per year. Pay and benefits for this position are governed by the collective bargaining agreement between The New York Historical and UAW, Local 2110.
The New York Historical provides a generous benefits package for eligible employees to support their health and well‑being, which includes:
Paid time off, including vacation, sick and personal days, and holidays observed by the Museum;
Medical, dental, vision and life insurance;
Short and long‑term disability coverage options;
403(b) retirement plan with eligibility for employer contributions following one year of full‑time service;
Flexible spending accounts for health‑related expenses, dependent care, and parking and transit expenses;
Employee Assistance Program for all employees and their families;
20% discount at the NYHistory Store, Café Clara and Clara restaurant, located within the Museum;
Free admission to various museums and cultural institutions across the city.
The New York Historical is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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In Summary: The New York Historical is a leading cultural institution documenting over 400 years of American history . The expected salary for this position is $70,063.47 per year . The Reference Librarian provides in-depth assistance on site and remotely to staff, research fellows, and external researchers .
En Español: El New York Historical es una institución cultural líder que documenta más de 400 años de historia estadounidense a través de una colección incomparable de arte, documentos y artefactos. Nuestras ofertas abarcan exposiciones innovadoras; programas educativos aclamados para maestros y estudiantes en todo el país; y conversaciones motivadoras entre destacados académicos, periodistas y pensadores sobre el pasado, presente y futuro del experimento americano. La Biblioteca Histórica de Nueva York es un museo de museos y una colección de colecciones. Estamos alojados por la biblioteca Patricia D. Klingenstein, el Centro de Historia Histórica de las Mujeres, el Instituto de Estudios Superiores de la Familia Repertorio para la Historia Constitucional, el centro de referencia Dorothy Diess para la Democracia, el Museo de Trabajo e Infantil de Estados Unidos. El bibliotecario de referencia también introduce a los grupos en las colecciones y servicios de la biblioteca mediante presentaciones y clases; describe y promueve las colegiones a través de publicaciones del blog, redes sociales y pequeñas exhibiciones en el salón de lectura; trabaja estrechamente con colegas en los departamentos de educación, comunicaciones y comisariado; contribuye a iniciativas e proyectos bibliotecarios e institucionales; y se involucrará en otras tareas según sea asignada. Este es un puesto de tiempo completo bajo el acuerdo colectivo de negociación con UAW, posición sindical Local 2110; los candidatos deben pertenecer al sindicato o estar dispuestos a unirse. En las ciencias humanas se prefieren al menos dos años trabajando en un entorno de referencia ocupado con múltiples responsabilidades; Capacidad para adaptarse y ser flexibles graciosamente en un ambiente que cambia rápidamente, orientado a los servicios; Compromiso con el servicio público de la biblioteca, incluido un gran interés por promover el uso y aprecio de colecciones especiales ante una audiencia tan amplia como sea posible. El New York Historical ofrece un generoso paquete de beneficios a los empleados elegibles para apoyar su salud y bienestar, que incluye: tiempo libre remunerado, incluyendo vacaciones, días de enfermedad y personales, y días festivos observados por el Museo; seguro médico, dental, de visión y vida; opciones de cobertura de discapacidad a corto y largo plazo; 403(b) plan de jubilación con elegibilidad para las contribuciones del empleador después de un año de servicio a tiempo completo; Cuentas flexibles de gastos relacionados con la salud, cuidado dependiente, aparcamiento y gastos de tránsito; Programa de Asistencia al Empleado para todos los trabajadores y sus familias; 20% de descuento en la tienda NYHistory Café, Clara y Clara, ubicada dentro del museo; Entrada gratuita a varios museos empresariales y culturales.
DEPARTMENT: Library
REPORTS TO: Director of Library Curatorial Affairs & Research
About The New York Historical
New York’s first museum, The New York Historical is a leading cultural institution documenting over 400 years of American history through a peerless collection of art, documents, and artifacts. Our offerings span groundbreaking exhibitions; acclaimed educational programs for teachers and students nationwide; and thought-provoking conversations among leading scholars, journalists, and thinkers about the past, present, and future of the American experiment. The New York Historical is a museum of museums and a collection of collections. We are home to the Patricia D. Klingenstein Library, the Center for Women’s History, the Reiss Family Graduate Institute for Constitutional History, the Dorothy Tapper Goldman Center for Teaching Democracy, the DiMenna Children’s History Museum, and the future American LGBTQ+ Museum. We elevate the perspectives and scholarship that define the United States’ democratic heritage and challenge us all to shape our ongoing history for the better.
Job Summary
Working in a collaborative, team environment, the Reference Librarian provides in-depth assistance onsite and remotely to The New York Historical staff, research fellows, and external researchers: conducts virtual reference interviews and sets up research appointments; retrieves, tracks, and reshelves collections. The Reference Librarian also introduces groups to the library’s collections and services through presentations and classes; describes and promotes collections through blog posts, social media, and small displays in the reading room; works closely with colleagues in the education, communications, and curatorial departments; contributes to library and institutional initiatives and projects; and will engage in other duties as assigned. This is a full‑time position under the collective bargaining agreement with UAW, Local 2110 union position; candidates must belong to union or be willing to join.
Essential Job Duties
Provides in-depth research assistance on‑site and remotely to New York Historical staff, research fellows, external researchers, and visiting groups;
Conducts reference interviews and sets up research appointments;
Retrieves, tracks, and reshelves collections;
Introduces groups to the library’s collections and services through presentations and classes;
Describes and promotes collections through blog posts, social media, and small displays in the reading room;
Works closely with colleagues in the education, communications, and curatorial departments;
Contributes to library and institutional initiatives and projects;
Other duties as assigned.
Requirements
M.L.S. from an A.L.A.-accredited program required; B.A. in the humanities preferred;
At least two years working in a busy reference setting with multiple responsibilities;
Ability to gracefully adapt and be flexible in a rapidly changing, service‑oriented environment;
Commitment to library public service, including a keen interest in promoting the use and appreciation of special collections to the widest possible audience;
Enthusiastic embrace of presenting to groups;
Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively on projects and initiatives;
Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills;
Knowledge of emerging technologies and other trends in the field;
Experience working with Atlas System’s Aeon or similar collections tracking software preferred;
Basic knowledge of New York and American history preferred;
Previous work in a special collections library preferred.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee with or without accommodation, to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The employee will retrieve, transport, and re‑shelve library collections of varying size and weight, alone and in conjunction with co‑workers. Library carts and special carriers are used to transport all collections except for small and lightweight items which are carried by hand. The employee will walk and climb steps throughout the day.
Compensation & Benefits
The expected salary for this position is $70,063.47 per year. Pay and benefits for this position are governed by the collective bargaining agreement between The New York Historical and UAW, Local 2110.
The New York Historical provides a generous benefits package for eligible employees to support their health and well‑being, which includes:
Paid time off, including vacation, sick and personal days, and holidays observed by the Museum;
Medical, dental, vision and life insurance;
Short and long‑term disability coverage options;
403(b) retirement plan with eligibility for employer contributions following one year of full‑time service;
Flexible spending accounts for health‑related expenses, dependent care, and parking and transit expenses;
Employee Assistance Program for all employees and their families;
20% discount at the NYHistory Store, Café Clara and Clara restaurant, located within the Museum;
Free admission to various museums and cultural institutions across the city.
The New York Historical is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
#J-18808-Ljbffr
In Summary: The New York Historical is a leading cultural institution documenting over 400 years of American history . The expected salary for this position is $70,063.47 per year . The Reference Librarian provides in-depth assistance on site and remotely to staff, research fellows, and external researchers .
En Español: El New York Historical es una institución cultural líder que documenta más de 400 años de historia estadounidense a través de una colección incomparable de arte, documentos y artefactos. Nuestras ofertas abarcan exposiciones innovadoras; programas educativos aclamados para maestros y estudiantes en todo el país; y conversaciones motivadoras entre destacados académicos, periodistas y pensadores sobre el pasado, presente y futuro del experimento americano. La Biblioteca Histórica de Nueva York es un museo de museos y una colección de colecciones. Estamos alojados por la biblioteca Patricia D. Klingenstein, el Centro de Historia Histórica de las Mujeres, el Instituto de Estudios Superiores de la Familia Repertorio para la Historia Constitucional, el centro de referencia Dorothy Diess para la Democracia, el Museo de Trabajo e Infantil de Estados Unidos. El bibliotecario de referencia también introduce a los grupos en las colecciones y servicios de la biblioteca mediante presentaciones y clases; describe y promueve las colegiones a través de publicaciones del blog, redes sociales y pequeñas exhibiciones en el salón de lectura; trabaja estrechamente con colegas en los departamentos de educación, comunicaciones y comisariado; contribuye a iniciativas e proyectos bibliotecarios e institucionales; y se involucrará en otras tareas según sea asignada. Este es un puesto de tiempo completo bajo el acuerdo colectivo de negociación con UAW, posición sindical Local 2110; los candidatos deben pertenecer al sindicato o estar dispuestos a unirse. En las ciencias humanas se prefieren al menos dos años trabajando en un entorno de referencia ocupado con múltiples responsabilidades; Capacidad para adaptarse y ser flexibles graciosamente en un ambiente que cambia rápidamente, orientado a los servicios; Compromiso con el servicio público de la biblioteca, incluido un gran interés por promover el uso y aprecio de colecciones especiales ante una audiencia tan amplia como sea posible. El New York Historical ofrece un generoso paquete de beneficios a los empleados elegibles para apoyar su salud y bienestar, que incluye: tiempo libre remunerado, incluyendo vacaciones, días de enfermedad y personales, y días festivos observados por el Museo; seguro médico, dental, de visión y vida; opciones de cobertura de discapacidad a corto y largo plazo; 403(b) plan de jubilación con elegibilidad para las contribuciones del empleador después de un año de servicio a tiempo completo; Cuentas flexibles de gastos relacionados con la salud, cuidado dependiente, aparcamiento y gastos de tránsito; Programa de Asistencia al Empleado para todos los trabajadores y sus familias; 20% de descuento en la tienda NYHistory Café, Clara y Clara, ubicada dentro del museo; Entrada gratuita a varios museos empresariales y culturales.