Librarian

Description

The Georgia Historical Society (GHS) has an exciting opportunity for an individual with library experience and the management of staff to serve as a fulltime Librarian for our Savannah office, located in the heart of the historic downtown area.

GHS is the premier independent statewide institution responsible for collecting, examining, and teaching Georgia history. GHS houses the oldest and most distinguished collection of materials related exclusively to Georgia history in the nation, with over five million unique archival treasures.

The Librarian is responsible for coordinating reference staffing, scheduling the day-to-day operations of reference services, providing in person and remote reference services, and performing copy cataloging and original cataloging of library and archival materials according to accepted national standards. This position works under the direction of the Manager of Archival and Reference Team.
As a team member at Georgia Historical Society, you will enjoy top notch benefits including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, and an excellent retirement plan. You will have the opportunity to work with others who are passionate about GHS’ research and education mission.

The successful candidate will have a master’s degree in library and information science with coursework in cataloging and five years of progressively responsible related experience including at least three years in a supervisory capacity, supervising the work of professional library personnel. Experience should be in a special collections, academic collections, corporate, or law library.

To Apply:
Send cover letter, resume, and confidential salary requirements to:
Georgia Historical Society
LIBRARIAN
104 West Gaston Street
Savannah, GA 31401
Fax: 912.651.2831
Email: jobs@georgiahistory.com