*PART-TIME EXHIBITIONS & COMMUNICATIONS ASSISTANT*

*THE GROLIER CLUB*



The Grolier Club of New York, America’s oldest and largest society for
bibliophiles and enthusiasts in the graphic arts, is seeking a part-time
employee to provide general assistance in the planning, organization, and
implementation of exhibitions, related publications, and programs.



Responsibilities include:

   - Providing logistical support in the preparation of checklists, loan
   requests, and other exhibition-related materials.
   - Assisting with physical installation and dismantling of exhibitions.
   - Performing checks of environmental monitoring equipment and generating
   reports.
   - Contributing to the development of and assisting with the production
   of online content related to assigned exhibitions and publications.
   - Organizing loan and supply storage areas.
   - Maintaining and updating contact lists for exhibition visitors.
   - Assisting with departmental filing, finance administration, archiving,
   and record keeping.
   - Supervising work of volunteers when required.
   - Other duties as assigned.



Requirements:

   - The ideal candidate has completed at least two semesters of coursework
   toward an MLS from an ALA-accredited library school, an MA in Museum
   Studies, or the equivalent.
   - The successful candidate will possess a high level of demonstrable
   hand skills, as well as experience working with rare and valuable materials
   in a museum or library setting.
   - Familiarity with basic preservation and conservation standards for
   library and museum collections is required.
   - Facility with a variety of online exhibition and social media
   platforms.
   - Proficiency in basic Microsoft Office applications.
   - Attention to detail and excellent organizational and communication
   skills are also a must.



Tentative start date: September 17, 2018



Compensation: $25/hour



PLEASE NOTE: Schedule is approximately 20 hours/week, between 9:00 a.m. and
5:00 p.m., but the weekly hours available for this position are variable
and will be determined by the evolving needs of the Club in conjunction
with the employee’s schedule. More hours may be required during periods of
exhibition installation. Candidates willing to work within these parameters
are encouraged to email a cover letter, resume and two references to the
attention of Jennifer K. Sheehan, Exhibitions & Communications Manager, at
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Jennifer K. Sheehan, Ph.D.

Exhibitions & Communications Manager

The Grolier Club

47 East 60th Street

New York, NY  10022

phone: 212/838-6690 ext. 2

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