POSITION DESCRIPTION 2015
Librarian/Archivist, Windsor Historical Society
DUTIES: Administer an 8,000 volume library with an additional 1800 linear feet of archival
materials. Strengths include published genealogies of Windsor families; local and regional
histories; cemetery records and vital records; town reports; local newspapers and yearbooks;
account books; family papers; maps; and extensive photographic collections. The Society
actively collects; the Librarian/Archivist solicits library materials and handles acquisition,
arrangement and description, preservation, digitization, and reference services for these items.
Researchers include genealogists, teachers and students, in-house staff, and community
members. The Librarian/Archivist strives to make the library’s resources more accessible and
better utilized. Duties will include, but not be limited to the following:
I. Collections Management
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Adhere to the precepts of the Collection Management Policy and serve on the
Collections Committee
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Maintain collections database, object and donor files, and library catalog
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Create cataloging records, finding aids, and collection guides
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Identify, prioritize, and implement preservation and digitization projects guided by
current trends and technologies
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Convert existing finding aids to EAD for inclusion in online portals
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Participate in upcoming Agency Automation Project which may involve transitioning
from PastPerfect database to new database
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Serve as project liaison to the CLHO Connecticut Collections Database and Access
portal if funded by IMLS
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Produce preservation-related grant proposals in consultation with Director
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Work with colleagues to update disaster preparedness and response plans
II. Visitor Services/Interpretation/Programming
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Direct day-to-day operation of the Society’s library
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Respond to on-site and email reference requests including many from genealogists
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Train and supervise interns and volunteers to do collection processing, research, and
reference
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Inspire public awareness and appreciation for library resources. Work collaboratively
with colleagues to provide content for and incorporate archival materials into
publications, newsletter, exhibits, educational programs, social media, and the website
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Advocate for, develop, and implement library and genealogy-related public
programming. Serve as a member of staff program planning team
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Work one Saturday per month; be able to give basic tour of historic houses
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Keep abreast of present and future community needs and develop library collections
and services to fit evolving audiences
QUALIFICATIONS: MLS from ALA accredited library school and minimum of two years
increasingly responsible experience in an archives or library. The ideal candidate has
knowledge of current archival management best practices, an ease with related technologies,
and will bring a passion for connecting the Society’s library resources with broad and
increasing audiences. Excellent organizational, communication, technical, and research skills
required, and the ability to work effectively with library users of all ages. Must work
independently and collaboratively, lift cartons weighing up to 40 lbs. Knowledge of PastPerfect
software helpful. 28 hours per week, salary range $18-$21/hour; some schedule flexibility,
vacation benefits. Resume, cover letter, references, and writing sample to Christine Ermenc
POSITION DESCRIPTION 2015
Librarian/Archivist, Windsor Historical Society
cermenc@windsorhistoricalsociety.org by June 19.