This Photo Research and Permissions Librarian exists to provide access to the History Colorado collection with a special focus on photographic formats and to manage the Rights and Reproductions, Permissions, and Collections Use program. This responsibility includes ensuring institutional compliance with applicable copyright law and documenting commercial and nonprofit use of History Colorado (HC) images. The position will provide reference and research services both onsite and virtually, work on special projects such as exhibits and processing, and develop and present occasional classes and workshops for the public. In order to provide the best possible service to researchers, the general public, and staff, the position will be familiar with HC resources including documentary and artifact collections, educational programs, and exhibits. 
 
The History Colorado collection currently comprises approximately 200,000 artifacts, 1,000,000+ photographs, and 8,000+ linear feet of textual and archival materials.  History Colorado collects in three main areas: archives, artifacts, and photography.  Please visit historycolorado.org for more information about the collection.

Photo Research and Duplication:  

• Independently researches the collection in fulfillment of requests from both internal and external patrons.
• Oversee photo order services, including processing orders, negotiating contracts, and delivery.
• Coordinates with and provides backup for Photo Studio, including printing and scanning services.
• Recommends, drafts, and implements revisions to policies and procedures.

• Manages Rights and Reproductions permissions regarding use of photographs of History Colorado collections.
• Advise internal patrons on their use of collection-derived images in exhibits, programming, and educational activities to insure that HC is in compliance with applicable copyright law and any relevant donor agreements.
• Develop and maintain systems and workflow to document and track use of HC images and compliance with copyright and library Use Agreement by all users of HC images.
• Recommend and draft revisions to Library policies and procedures to insure they reflect current standards, best practices in the field, and changes in copyright law.

• Research collections in fulfillment of patron research requests including in person, by phone, by mail, online, and fee-based research.
• Provide courteous customer service including extensive reference desk service, registering, and orienting reading room visitors; advising on historical research and collection contents; identifying and pulling collection materials; and instructing patrons in the use of reference indexes, finding aids, and library access machines.
• Monitor patron use of collections to ensure security of collection materials.
• Collect use statistics for library services, resources and outreach programs.
• Assist with opening and closing the reading room and providing backup support for all forms of patron services.
• Develop and teach workshops on research methods, visual literacy, and library services.
• Assist with HC newsletters, blogs, Colorado Heritage, and social media vehicles; write content, help locate images, and advise on image use permissions.
• Collaborate with other organizations.
• May also participate in collections access maintenance projects such as indexing and cataloging as well as digital photo projects.
• May supervise volunteers and interns.

Master's Degree in Library Science, Archives, History or Museum Studies plus minimum of 2 years practical experience in a library, museum, special collections, digital image repository, or archives with strong emphasis on customer service is required. Experience with U.S. copyright law as applicable to library and/or museum collections, fair use, and intellectual property issues is required, as is knowledge of library, archive, and digitization standards and best practices. Experience with online library catalogs and library and museum collection databases such as Argus is highly desirable. Experience with or demonstrated knowledge of historic photographic formats and processes, and museum standards and collections handling practices is highly desirable. Knowledge of visual literacy theory and digital rights management desired.

Must be able to work a Tuesday through Saturday schedule.  This position requires the ability to lift boxes up to 40 lbs from 14' shelves using a ladder and must be able to climb ladders.  Requires the ability to spend long periods of time standing and long periods of time sitting.
 
The Exceptional Applicant will be a professional with proven knowledge, ability and accomplishment in the following: 

• Knowledge of Colorado History and history of the American West.
• Technologies that streamline operational efficiencies, including POS system, experience with PhotoShop, large format printer, and scanning equipment.
• Project management, meeting deadlines, above average attention to detail and multitasking skills.
• Ability to adapt to frequent change and prioritize requests.  
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and public speaking skills.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Ability to solve problems and work as a team member.
• Excellent collaboration and consensus building skills.