THE HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF PENNSYLVANIA
THIRTEEN HUNDRED LOCUST STREET
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19107-5699
(215) 732-6200 FAX: (215) 732-2680

POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT       18
June 2000

Graphics Assistant

Job Summary:
The Historical Society of Pennsylvania seeks a Graphics Assistant to work
in the graphics department and be a part of its library team.  This
position works closely with the public.  This is a new position so the
Graphics Assistant will have the opportunity, working with the Graphics
Archivist, to review policies and procedures.  While initially focused on
Rights and Reproductions, the Graphics Assistant will also provide
reference service, serve on staff committees and process collections.

Reports directly to the Graphics Archivist.

Specific Responsibilities:
· Primary duties include researching and processing requests and
          orders for photographic Rights and Reproductions (including
          database maintenance),
· Organizing and maintaining negatives, transparencies, and slides,
· Scheduling photography, and retrieving collection items.

Job Requirements:
The Graphics Assistant should have a B.A. in history, art history, or
related discipline.  The ideal candidate should have related experience in
museum, library, or publishing work.  The candidate should have excellent
oral and written communication skills, as well as the ability to execute
projects, meet deadlines, and work in a team environment.  She or he should
also have computer applications experience.  An interest or expertise in
American and Pennsylvania history is a plus.  The candidate must be able to
lift 40 pounds.

This is a full-time (40 hours per week, Monday-Friday or Tuesday-Saturday)
permanent position.  The salary is a minimum of $25,000 with competitive
benefits (including 11 paid holidays, 12 vacation days, 6 personal days, a
cafeteria-style medical and dental plan, and TIAA-CREF retirement plan).
The position will begin on or after July 24, 2000, and remain open until
filled.  Send a letter of application, resume, and names, phone numbers and
addresses of three references to: Bruce Scherer, The Historical Society of
Pennsylvania, 1300 Locust St., Philadelphia, PA 19107-5699.  HSP is an
Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.

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