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Subject: Georgia Historical Society, Savannah, GA
Date: Thu, 1 Feb 2007 15:46:30 -0600
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Position Announcement - Please Post or Circulate
*Project Cataloguer*
Announced January 30, 2007
*The Organization*
Chartered by the Georgia General Assembly in 1839, the Georgia
Historical Society is a private, non-profit organization that serves as
the historical society for the state of Georgia. GHS is the oldest
cultural institution in Georgia and one of the oldest state historical
societies in the nation. For over 167 years, GHS has fulfilled its
mission to collect, preserve, and share Georgia's history by presenting
a variety of exciting educational programs, authoring publications on
Georgia and southern history, and by operating a library and archives at
its statewide headquarters in Savannah.
The foundation of the Georgia Historical Society is our library and
archives, which hold an unparalleled collection of material related to
Georgia history. Within the library and archives is preserved the oldest
collection of materials related to Georgia history anywhere in the
country, including over 4 million manuscripts, 90,000 photographs,
24,000 architectural drawings, 15,000 rare books, and thousands of maps,
portraits, and artifacts. Each year, these materials draw thousands from
around the world to Hodgson Hall, built in 1875 and designed by American
Institute of Architects founder Detlief Lienau. GHS’s vast collection
includes such treasures as an original draft of the U.S. Constitution,
one of only seven in existence; a compass and snuff box belonging to
Georgia founder James Oglethorpe; records related to the Cherokee
Removal of 1836; personal possessions of Confederate Generals Lafayette
McLaws, James Longstreet, and John B. Gordon; and the papers of Girl
Scout founder Juliette Gordon Low.
*Position Summary*
Working independently and on a self-initiated basis, the Project
Cataloger is responsible for updating legacy finding aids; cataloging
manuscript collections within the collection of the Georgia Historical
Society; and copy-cataloging monographs and serials on an as needed
basis. The Project Cataloger is a full-time, two-year position. The
Project Cataloger is a Monday-Friday employee.
*Specific Responsibilities (incumbent may perform other duties as assigned)*
Responsible for updating legacy finding aids within the collection of
the Georgia Historical Society. This includes converting
legacy finding aids to an electronic format; using a DACS compliant
finding aid template; and creating subject headings using
Library of Congress subject headings.
Catalog backlog of processed manuscript collections using MARC 21, DACS,
and Library of Congress subject headings.
Copy-catalog secondary sources including monographs and serials
according to current professional standards. Assist with cataloging
backlog projects and OPAC bibliographic record quality control as assigned.
Work with the Special Collections Librarian, the Senior Archivist, and
Library Assistant and under the supervision of the Director of Library
and Archives in integrating the cataloging and acquisitions module of an
ILS into the functions of the Library and Archives Division.
As part of the library team, work scheduled reference hours, perform
bibliographic instruction and library orientations for new patrons, and
answer written and oral reference requests. Participate in planning and
work with the entire Georgia Historical Society staff to ensure
integration of library/archives component into the mission and goals of
the Society.
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*Supervisory responsibilities*
None.
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*Experience/Skills Required*
/Knowledge, skills and abilities: /Demonstrated ability to work
independently and as a part of a team, to organize and prioritize work
and act with initiative and good judgment. Must be a self-starter with
flexibility and a willingness to get the job done. Excellent writing,
editing, and proofing skills, along with excellent problem solving,
interpersonal, and communication skills. Must be able to work well under
pressure and with attention to detail. Must represent the Society in a
professional manner and be able to work well with diverse groups of
people including patrons, board members, donors, volunteers, and staff.
/Education: /ALA-accredited Masters of Library Science, masters in
history, or public history preferred. Or a bachelors degree in a related
field and 2 years of cataloging or relevant archival experience in a
public, academic, or special library or archival repository.
/Required Experience: /Minimum of one to two years professional
experience in library/archival repository; demonstrated knowledge of
cataloging standards including MARC 21, DACS, AACR2r, and Library of
Congress; demonstrated use of creating/updating records in OCLC;
familiarity with integrated library systems.
/Preferred Experience: /Familiarity with primary source material
cataloging; archival processing and finding aids; knowledge of original
cataloging a plus.
*Salary and Benefits*
Competitive annual full-time salary. The Society offers a comprehensive
benefits package that includes health, dental, and disability insurance;
paid holidays, and vacation.
*To Apply*
Send cover letter, resume, and confidential salary history to:
Project Cataloguer Search
Georgia Historical Society
501 Whitaker Street
Savannah, GA 31401
Fax: (912) 651-2831
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