Two Job Postings: National Museum of Women in the Arts


Director of the Library and Research Center

Major Responsibilities:
* Oversees all LRC services including: reference and research functions; collection development and
management; and technical services, including cataloging, acquisitions, and integrated library system
* Acts as project director for Clara: Database of Women Artists, with general oversight of the project
* Develops and implements the LRC’s long-range plans and prepares and administers the LRC’s budget
* Provides reference and research service to museum staff and outside researchers
* Selects and acquires materials for library collections by purchase and donation
* Manages the LRC’s integrated library system (Voyager)
* Prepares proposals for federal, foundation, and corporate funding for LRC programs
* Administers Library Advisory Board and Library Fellows
* Supervises three full-time staff members (Archivist, Library Assistant, and Project Manager for Database of Women Artists), as well as volunteers and interns

Minimum Professional Qualifications:
* ALA-accredited Master’s degree in library science or equivalent
* Educational background in art history, fine arts, or a related field
* Five years of relevant professional experience, including managerial and supervisory experience
* Demonstrated knowledge of principles, standards, and practices of art reference, collection
development, acquisitions, cataloging/metadata, and management of integrated library systems
* Demonstrated knowledge of current and emerging technologies in libraries, including digitization and Web-based services
* Advanced experience with standard computer office applications such as Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
* Reading knowledge of at least one foreign language is a plus

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Library and Research Center Assistant

Position Summary:
The Library Assistant provides administrative support to the director and staff of the Library and Research Center.

Principal Responsibilities:
· Staff library reference desk on rotating basis; assist museum staff and library users with library resources
· Answer main library phone, receive and respond to information requests and forward requests to appropriate library staff
· Assist library director with acquisition of library materials, resolve problems with orders, and
receive books in integrated library system (Voyager)
· Manage periodical subscriptions
· Process, shelve, and circulate library materials
· Assist with ClaraTM: Database of Women Artists project, including processing of new submissions and data management
· Perform other duties and assist with special projects as needed

Position Qualifications:
· Bachelor’s degree
· General knowledge of art history. Degree or significant coursework in art history preferred
· At least one year related work experience in a library
· Strong computer skills and experience with integrated library systems (preferably Voyager)
and standard computer office applications such as Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
· Excellent oral and written communication skills, organizational skills, service orientation, and attention to detail
· Reading knowledge of at least one foreign language is a plus

Please email cover letter, résumé, and salary requirements to HR@nmwa.org. The National Museum ofWomen in the Arts is an equal opportunity employer.