Library Associate for Access Book Depository Services

About the role

The Library Associate for Access Book Depository Services supports the museum's and archives' missions by providing assistance and resources to patrons and managing the circulation and off-site storage of library and archival materials.

Responsibilities

• Circulation services: Register patrons, maintain files, log feedback, check-in/check-out, page materials, set up course reserves, monitor public service areas, and report environmental issues.
• Collection management: Oversee safety of materials, conduct inventory, track lost/damaged items, participate in space planning, and recommend collection management policies.
• Depository management: Transfer materials to off-site storage, manage depository collections, retrieve items for patrons, scan pages for patron use, and report maintenance/security issues.
• Secondary tasks: Process in-house files, create new records, file materials, retrieve mail, assist on teams, attend continuing education, and maintain cleanliness.

Requirements and Key Competencies

• Bachelor’s degree in liberal arts with an emphasis in art history or related field.
• Minimum of two years’ experience in a research or academic library; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Team player with effective communication, prioritization, and independent work skills.
• Proficiency in ILS and OCLC, working knowledge of foreign languages, excellent organizational, problem-solving, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Familiarity with database programs and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Skill in reading, analyzing, interpreting complex documents, writing reports, and presenting information.
• Close attention to detail, ability to solve problems, and close attention to detail over extended periods.
• Valid driver's license.

Qualifications

• Ability to lift and move up to 40 pounds.
• Exposure to dust, dirt, and allergens.

Skills

• Integrated library system (ILS) proficiency.
• Foreign language proficiency and dictionary use.
• Organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Communication and interpersonal skills.
• Reading, analyzing, and interpreting complex documents.
• Writing and presenting information.
• Database and Microsoft Office Suite proficiency.
• Solving problems and dealing with variables.
• Maintaining close attention to detail.
• Interpreting complex instructions.
• Enforcing library and archives policies and procedures.
• Managing collection safety and security.
• Processing materials for in-house files and creating new records.
• Performing basic book repairs and preservation activities.
• File and shift new library materials into the cataloging backlog.
• Retrieving mail and delivering to library staff.
• Participating on library and museum-wide teams.
• Attending continuing education opportunities.
• Assisting with special library and archives projects.
• Maintaining cleanliness of library areas and staff room.

Pay

$19 per hour

Benefits

• Partner level membership to CMA Free, unlimited admission to select Cleveland Museum of Art ticketed exhibitions (two adult member tickets per visit, subject to availability)
• 50% off admission to select ticketed exhibitions for members' guests
• Free admission to select ticketed exhibitions for unlimited children, 17 and younger, when accompanied by a member
• Priority registration and discounts for museum art classes for adults and children
• 20% discount in the museum store
• 25% discount in the museum restaurant and café
• Annual subscription to Cleveland Art members magazine
• Free Garage Parking
• Your employment relationship with the museum qualifies you for free or discounted admissions to other cultural institutions such as the Natural History Museum, Botanical Gardens, The Cleveland Zoo, etc.
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
• Voluntary Life, Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, HSA, FSA, 401(k) with company match
• Accident Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance, ID Theft Legal Services, Pet Insurance, Employee Assistance Program, Paid Time Off