tate Historical Society Librarian 
Job ID 58476
Starting Salary    $46,723-$47,673

Basic Functions and Responsibilities
Assist patrons by providing reference services and actively participate in the collection and preservation of the reference, newspaper, and other research collections.

Key Responsibilities
•    Assist patrons by providing reference services to the collection.
•    Develop and maintain relationships with newspaper publishers, libraries and historical societies to collect current and historic Missouri newspapers for inclusion in SHSMO collections.
•    Inventory and prepare newspapers for conservation and microfilming including conducting quality control and enhancing digital images.
•    Prepare microfilm shipments for vendors and customers and process incoming shipments. 
•    Maintain and operate equipment to scan and microfilm collections.
•    Catalog newspapers and related collections according to current standards.  
•    Promote collections using social media platforms and SHSMO publications.
•    Continue education through attending conferences, seminars, and professional meetings.
•    Conduct tours and presentations to promote the use of the research center. 
•    Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications
•    Bachelor’s degree in History or related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and abilities can be acquired. 
•    Experience with Microsoft Office and Adobe products.
•    Excellent visual, communication, and public speaking skills.
•    Ability to lift and carry 35 to 40-pound boxes is mandatory.

Preferred Qualifications
•    Master’s degree in Library Science or History or an equivalent combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and abilities can be acquired. 
•    Experience working with digital materials.
•    Preference will be given to candidates with knowledge of the history of Missouri and the Midwest.