THE HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF PENNSYLVANIA


THIRTEEN HUNDRED LOCUST STREET
PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA  19107-5699
(215) 732-6200     FAX:  (215) 732-2680

POSITIONS AVAILABLE     14 June 2000

Collections Surveyor / Library Assistant - FOUR POSITIONS AVAILABLE
The responsibilities of this position are twofold.  Primary role is in the
administrative and hands-on elements of a collections survey project.  In
addition, a small percentage of time may be allocated to other library
functions as designated by an Assistant Project Director.

Participates in hands-on elements of a collections preservation and backlog
processing planning project.  Over a 14-month period, a project staff of
nine will survey the Society’s manuscript, graphics, and art and artifact
collections.  Reports to an Assistant Project Director.  Works with a team
leader during the survey process.  40 hours per week.

Job Background:
BA in History, or related field required, and experience working with
archival/graphic collections preferred. Strong organizational and computer
skills necessary.  Must be able to lift and carry loads of up to 40
pounds.  Ability to work in a team setting, maintain momentum and sense of
humor essential.

The project is scheduled from August 1, 2000 - September, 30 2001.  Salary
from $26,000 depending on experience, plus benefits.

The Historical Society of Pennsylvania is an equal opportunity employer.
Please send or fax cover letter, resume, and at least three job-related
references to Project Director, Collections Preservation and Backlog
Processing Project, Historical Society of Pennsylvania, 1300 Locust Street,
Philadelphia, PA  19107, Fax: 215-732-2680.  Applications accepted until
positions are filled.



Collections Surveyor / Processor - TWO POSITIONS AVAILABLE
The responsibilities of this position are twofold.  Primary role is in the
administrative and hands-on elements of a collections survey project.  In
addition, a percentage of time will be allocated to the processing of
specific manuscript collections and/or other library functions as
designated by an Assistant Project Director.

Over a 14-month period, a project staff of nine will survey the Society’s
manuscript, graphics, and art and artifact collections using qualitative
and quantitative measures to rank each collection’s research value as well
as the state of the collection’s intellectual access, physical access, and
physical condition. The data collected will in turn help determine
priorities for cataloging and preservation to be outlined in a Preservation
and Backlog Processing Plan.

Reports to an Assistant Project Director and serves as a team leader during
the survey process.  Takes full responsibility for the management of the
project during the absence of the Project Director and Assistant Project
Director.  40 hours per week.

Job Background:
Graduate degree in Library Science, Archival Management, History, or
related field and 1-2 years experience working with archival/graphic
collections required.  Participation in survey projects preferred.  Strong
organizational, supervisory, and computer skills necessary.  Must be both
conceptually and task oriented with a demonstrated ability to manage and
complete long-term projects.  Must be able to lift and carry loads of up to
40 pounds.  Ability to maintain momentum and sense of humor essential.

The project is scheduled from August 1, 2000 – September 30, 2001.  Salary
from $30,000 depending on experience, plus benefits.

The Historical Society of Pennsylvania is an equal opportunity employer.
Please send or fax cover letter, resume, and at least three job-related
references to Project Director, Collections Preservation and Backlog
Processing Project, Historical Society of Pennsylvania, 1300 Locust Street,
Philadelphia, PA  19107, Fax: 215-732-2680.  Applications accepted until
positions are filled.

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