Assistant Librarian

The American Numismatic Society (ANS) is inviting qualified individuals to apply for the full-time position of assistant librarian. The assistant librarian will help the head librarian carry out all functions of the ANS Library and Archives. The primary focus will be on original and copy cataloging of monographs, auction catalogs, journal articles, and other items, many of which are in a variety of languages other than English; therefore, an ability to comprehend and work with numerous foreign languages and scripts is essential. Knowledge of world and American history, particularly in the area of numismatics, are particularly desired. Familiarity with the processing of archival collections would be highly valued. Experience with TEI XML and linked open data will be helpful.

The assistant librarian will interact with the public—assisting researchers, helping students in the Society’s annual Eric P. Newman Summer Seminar in Numismatics, and overseeing the Library when the head librarian is absent. The successful candidate must have strong interpersonal skills. The ANS is committed to producing scholarly works and programs that make use of its collections, including those of the Library and Archives, through various publications, presentations, and online content, so demonstrated oral, written, and digital proficiency are desirable.
 

Qualifications

An ALS-accredited MLIS/MLS degree is required. Preference will be given to candidates with: professional experience as a library cataloger, including AACR2, RDA, MARC 21, LCSH, AAT, etc., particularly involving a Koha ILS; a second advanced degree, or strong scholarly background in world history, languages, or numismatics; experience working with and cataloging rare books; knowledge of archival principles and descriptive conventions such as DACS, EAD, and EAC-CPF; and experience with digitization projects and the digital humanities. Attention to detail and organization, an ability to work collegially, and a commitment to providing customized service to the library's users are all essential qualities.
 

Location

New York City, New York.

Compensation

This is a full-time exempt position. The ANS offers generous healthcare, vacation, retirement, and fringe benefits. Salary is commensurate with similar positions of the Society. 

To Apply

Please send your CV with a letter describing your interest and qualifications for this position, as well as the names and contact information for three references. 

Send applications to Library@numismatics.org

Application Deadline: April 15, 2022.

The ANS is not able to sponsor visas for this position.

About the ANS

The American Numismatic Society is dedicated to the study and public appreciation of coins, currencies, medals, and other related objects. Since its founding in 1858, the ANS has assembled a permanent collection with over 800,000 objects dating from the second millennium BCE to the present and a numismatic library, which houses approximately 100,000 books, documents, and artifacts. These resources are used to support publications of books and periodicals, lectures, academic seminars, and exhibitions.

The American Numismatic Society is an equal-opportunity employer. The ANS provides equal opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment regardless of race, color, gender/sex, sexual orientation, age, religion, national origin, disability, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition, marital status, or any other legally protected category.

The American Numismatic Society, organized in 1858 and incorporated in 1865 in New York State, operates as a research museum under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code and is recognized as a publicly supported organization under section 170(b)(1)(A)(vi) as confirmed on November 1, 1970.

Submit specified application materials to library@numismatics.org.