The Boston Athenaeum seeksaRare Visual Materials Catalog Librarian to catalog posters from its Richard Cheek World War II Graphic Arts Collection. The poster collection addresses a wide range of issues related to all facets of the conflict both American and European. The Rare Visual Materials Catalog Librarian reports to the Chief Technical Services and will join a collegial Technical Services team.

This position is a temporary two-year contract position with benefits.

RESPONSIBILITIES -------
- Creates full descriptive MARC 21 original and complex copy cataloging of bibliographic records in OCLC Connexion following DCRM(G) standards and local practice for a variety of graphic materials related to World War II.
- Assigns appropriate access points from theName Authority File, Library of Congress Subject Headings, and form/genre terms for rare materials according to national standards and local practice.
- Advises Digital Programs with metadata for digital surrogates, when necessary.
- Meets and maintains established goals as to quantity and quality of work production.
- Performs other related and comparable duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS -----
- Submit to and pass a background check, including criminal history, personal references, employment verifications and Registry of Motor Vehicles (if applicable).
- Master's degree in Library Science from an ALA-accredited library school required.
- A least three years recent experience performing original, complex cataloging required.
- Working knowledge of MARC21 coding, LC-PCC PS, OCLC Connexion and bibliographic standards, and Catalogers Desktop required.
- Ability to meet deadlines while maintaining a high quality of work required.
- Proficiency in establishing or editing LC/NACO authority file records according to NACO/RDA standards required.
- Formal training in rare visual materials strongly preferred.
- Experience using ExLibris Voyager integrated library system strongly preferred.
- Experience handling rare materials strongly preferred.
- Formal training in rare book cataloging preferred.
- Reading knowledge of a European language preferred.
- Knowledge of mid-twentieth century history desirable.
- Ability to lift 40 pounds required.
- The successful candidate will have the ability to carry out detailed procedures with accuracy under minimal supervision and to work collegially with other staff members.

HOW TO APPLY
Please send a cover letter and resume, including current availability, to hrtechnicalservices@bostonathenaeum.org.

*The Boston Athenæum is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage individuals of diverse backgrounds to apply and are committed to hiring individuals who value a diverse and inclusive work environment. Retirees encouraged to apply.