The Historical Society of Washington, D.C., is a community-supported educational and research organization that collects, interprets, and shares the history of our nation’s capital. Founded in 1894, it serves a diverse audience through its collections, public programs, exhibitions, and publications. Washington is known throughout the world as a monumental federal city. Less well-known are the stories of Washington’s many diverse and vibrant communities. The Society helps make this local history easily accessible to the public to promote a sense of identity, place, and pride in Washington and to preserve this heritage for future generations. The Kiplinger Research Library at the Historical Society of Washington, D.C. has an immediate opening for a full-time Research Services Librarian. The Historical Society is a small, dynamic team of staff and volunteers, and the Research Services Librarian is an integral part of this collegial network. The Research Services Librarian serves the public by providing access to the collections of the Kiplinger Library, by staffing library orientations and research programs, and by responding to in-person, phone, email and letter queries. The Research Services Librarian will report to the Library & Collections Director but will work directly with all Historical Society staff, reference volunteers, and members of the Collections Committee. Please submit a cover letter, resume, and list of three references to Anne McDonough, Library & Collections Director at [email protected] by Friday, June 19th for consideration. No phone calls please. The anticipated start date for the position is July 1, 2015. For more information on the Historical Society of Washington, D.C., please visit www.DCHistory.org. The Historical Society’s blog can be accessed at www.DCHistory.org/blog. QUALIFICATIONS  ALA accredited master’s degree in library or information science with a concentration in archives.  Knowledge of current principles and methods of providing access to Special Collections.  Demonstrated reference experience, including both in-person and remote reference. Volunteer and internship position experience welcome!  Demonstrated ability to work well with a team of diverse professionals and volunteers to produce a high quality outcome on time.  Demonstrated ability to work efficiently and meticulously.  Demonstrated problem solving skills.  Knowledge of current trends, tools, and protocols in special collections.  Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively.  Competency in computer applications, including Microsoft Word and Excel; digital imaging applications, including Adobe Photoshop; and social media platforms such as FaceBook and Twitter. The ideal candidate will possess the above qualifications, and must be able to multitask and interact well with different constituents as the Historical Society’s researchers run the gamut from elementary school students to professors, from hobbyists to professional researchers. The candidate must be able to thrive in an exceedingly fast-paced environment. While performing the duties of this job, the Research Services Librarian is regularly required to lift and/or move up to 40 pounds unassisted, carry large/awkward map and print folders, and climb and reach on step stools. DUTIES  The Research Services Librarian welcomes, registers, and assists library patrons according to outlined procedures.  Answers researcher queries and reference questions in person, and via phone, email, and mail, using professional techniques for analyzing questions and searching resources within the library, including all Special Collections formats and electronic resources.  Monitors the behavior and conduct of library patrons and ensures that library procedures are followed, especially in regards to the security and preservation of library and archival materials.  Instructs patrons in the use of all manner of library resources.  Pulls and re-shelves requested photographs, books, manuscripts, maps, vertical files and other collections materials; fulfills copy orders.  Manages orders for image reproduction; conducts permissions research for publication requests; and manages paperwork and data entry for library services transactions.  Manages paperwork and data entry for library services transactions.  Collects user information and statistics, and identifies ways to improve the research experience for library patrons.  Works with staff and interns to advance the Society’s social media presence according to established guidelines to regularly promote the library and collections.  Helps preserve collections by handling materials according to preservation guidelines.  Opens and closes the Kiplinger Research Library on researcher days.  Carries out other tasks as assigned to contribute to the success of the Historical Society. Additional duties may include coordinating projects as needed, serving as the staff liaison to Washington History, the Society’s bi-yearly journal; providing administrative support such as monitoring the exhibit space, addressing way-finding, etc. HOURS & AVAILABILITY As currently scheduled, the Research Services Librarian works a Monday-Friday shift, generally 8:30-4:30, with occasional Saturday and evening hours. On weeks when a Saturday shift is scheduled, the Research Services Librarian will take a flex day the following Monday. Staff is expected to attend most Historical Society public programs and events for donor cultivation and stewardship purposes. SALARY & BENEFITS This position is exempt; the salary range is $37,500-$40,000. Vacation and sick time shall be allocated to this position and accrual starts following an initial ninety (90) days of full time employment. Group insurance benefits are available for this position. There is a voluntary 403(b) Savings and Investment Plan.