Polish Research Consultant, FamilySearch, full-time, on site in Salt Lake City.

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints • Salt Lake, UT

11d • Onsite

About The Position

The mission of this position is to help Church members fulfill their divinely appointed responsibility to discover their families through family history methods, submit their names to the temple for saving ordinances, and to help bring souls unto CHRIST. FamilySearch is seeking candidates to assist patrons in the FamilySearch Library. We are seeking candidates to fill a full-time position with a focus on family history records, resources, and strategies for the countries of Poland and former Russian Empire areas (especially Ukraine, Lithuania, and Belarus). We need self-driven, creative thinkers who can: Offer friendly, timely, and accurate service to the public. Provide quality research advice for the countries which are covered by the International Reference Area at the FamilySearch Library. Responsibilities FamilySearch is seeking candidates to assist patrons in the FamilySearch Library. We are seeking candidates to fill a full-time position with a focus on family history records, resources, and strategies for the countries of Poland and former Russian Empire areas (especially Ukraine, Lithuania, and Belarus). We need self-driven, creative thinkers who can: Offer friendly, timely, and accurate service to the public. Provide quality research advice for the countries which are covered by the International Reference Area at the FamilySearch Library.Ability to decipher and translate handwritten genealogical records in Polish, Russian, and Latin. Familiar with Jewish research methodologies for Eastern Europe.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Family History (or related field) or equivalent work experience with specialization in Poland and former Russian Empire areas.
• High computer skills, especially with internet searching.
• Competence with Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).
• Working knowledge of FamilySearch products (FamilySearch.org; Wiki; Family Tree, Catalog, etc.)
• Advanced genealogical research skills.
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written).
• Excellent presentation and teaching skills.

Nice To Haves

• A CG or AG credential in Poland or other East European countries or equivalent experience in genealogy, history, or a related field.
• Those candidates without a credential, if hired, must be willing to obtain one.
• Ability to decipher and translate handwritten genealogical records in German, Hebrew, or other Slavic languages.
• organizations worldwide such as national/international genealogical societies, archives, and federations.

Responsibilities

• Assist patrons in the FamilySearch Library.
• Offer friendly, timely, and accurate service to the public.
• Provide quality research advice for the countries which are covered by the International Reference Area at the FamilySearch Library.
• Ability to decipher and translate handwritten genealogical records in Polish, Russian, and Latin.
• Familiar with Jewish research methodologies for Eastern Europe.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees