Special Collections Associate

The Franklin Inst•Philadelphia, PA

13h•$30

About The Position

The Special Collections Associate supports the work of the Museum’s Collections Department by providing access to the cultural resources and publications of TFI. Reporting to the Director of Collections, this part-time role manages TFI’s Library and Archives and provides support for The Journal of The Franklin Institute and Franklin Open. This position plays an essential role in preserving, organizing, and increasing access to TFI’s collections and scholarly publications.

Requirements

Degree program in Library and Information Science or related field
At least three years of experience in a library, archive, or museum
Professional understanding of current library cataloging and digitization standards
Ability to work independently with self-initiative
Ability to be focused, detail-oriented, and forward-thinking
Above-average research and writing skills
Proficiency with the Microsoft suite and a Library software (Koha preferred)
Ability to lift and move boxes up to 40 lbs. as needed.
Ability to work in environments that may be dusty, temperature-variable (warm or cold), and include limited access areas such as small elevators or stairways.

Nice To Haves

Demonstrated experience with record migrations and copyright language a plus

Responsibilities

Process publications through the cataloging system in accordance with professional standards
Fulfill library access needs, including providing digital access to publications and collections
Survey, organize, rehouse, digitize, describe, and catalog 2D and 3D artifacts (e.g., documents, correspondence, prints, ephemera, photographs, film, objects, etc.)
Produce updated content for core documents and departmental procedures
Respond to author, reviewer, and editor inquiries
Assign manuscripts
Run reports