Rare Collections Library Assistant 2

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania • Dauphin County, PA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Rare Collections Library Assistant 2 works with the Bureau of State Library to help preserve, organize, and provide access to rare collections and newspapers. The position supports daily library operations through collection care, reference services, and public outreach. Duties include maintaining collection records and shelving, managing newspaper materials, identifying preservation needs, helping monitor environmental conditions, responding to patron requests, and supporting exhibits, tours, and presentations. The position is full-time and onsite, with work hours of 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday, and a 60-minute lunch.

Requirements

• Two years of library-clerical experience, or one year as a Library Assistant 1 (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration).
• An associate degree or equivalent training with major course work in library science may substitute for the required experience.
• Meet the Pennsylvania residency requirement.
• Be able to perform the essential job functions.

Responsibilities

• Support inventories, update catalog information, and help maintain rare and newspaper collections.
• Receive newspaper materials, update holdings, sort and store titles, and manage lifecycle tasks for print and microfilm items.
• Arrange and maintain shelving areas, shift materials, and ensure items are stored for easy retrieval.
• Identify items needing care, create protective housing, and assist with climate, lighting, and pest monitoring.
• Evaluate patron requests, retrieve materials, and guide users in the proper handling of collection items.
• Assist with exhibits, tours, presentations, and general public service activities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree