Welcome page Returning Candidate? Log back in! Library Assistant II Job Family Library Type LT Full-Time Position Status Getty Center Workplace Type Onsite Salaried/Hourly Hourly Hiring Pay Scale $20.54 - $25.68 Hourly Salary Commensurate with experience and internal equity Program/Department Research Institute - 0420-Special Collections Management Requisition Number 2024-4388 ERRP Eligible No Diversity, Equity, Accessibility, and Inclusion at Getty Getty believes diversity, equity, accessibility and inclusion are essential to our excellence and to the execution of our mission. The Getty community values differences in the pursuit of inquiry and knowledge, mutual understanding, respect, trust, transparency, and cooperation. We are committed to creating a diverse and welcoming workplace that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve and includes individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences. Individuals of color, women, LGBTQIA+, veterans and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Job Summary

The Getty Research Institute (GRI) is seeking a limited-term Library Assistant II to facilitate description and access to the GRI’s unique materials. The focus of this position will be to enhance description of the Photo Archive, a collection of over 2 million documentary photographs of western art from antiquity through the early twentieth century, organized by chronology, medium and culture. This is a one-year limited-term position.

 

Reporting to the Special Collections Archivist III who will oversee the project, the Library Assistant II will concentrate on increasing discovery of material by adding folder-level description to existing box-level finding aids for the various sections of the Photo Archive. They will also work on basic maintenance tasks, such as replacing loose box labels, placing fragile or damaged photographs in Mylar sleeves and creating circulation records.

Major Job Responsibilities Physically processes and organizes collections according to established procedures to ensure proper handling, care, storage, preservation and trackingAssists in creating, editing and enhancing metadataContributes to the development of a DACS-compliant finding aid and bibliographic record for collections based on current standards, best practices, research and evaluationLearns and uses various library software applications to execute routine transactions, such as track materials, inventory, and manage library collections and activitiesMay prepare, organize, and/or sort materials and/or data for others to work withMay track locations and circulation status in library systems, create and update item records, holdings records, and unique identifiersMay perform routine collection maintenance and rehousingParticipates in additional projects as assigned Qualifications Undergraduate coursework in art history or related discipline preferredMinimum 2 years related experience Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Strong communication skillsStrong organizational skills and attention to detailAbility to learn library-specific software applicationsAbility to lift boxes up to 40 pounds and push book trucksExperience with industry-standard software suites as appropriate to assigned dutiesAbility to handle rare and unique materials with careIntroductory knowledge of bibliographic metadata structure and guidelinesAbility to work in partnership with othersAbility to climb ladders Benefits and Perks

Here are just some examples that Getty offers/provides for full-time employees:

 

Medical, Dental and Vision insurance coverage, starting on date of hire. Getty pays 75%-95% of the premium, depending on the plan selected.403(b) Employee Investment retirement plan – with up to 5% Getty MatchGetty contribution of 6%, on behalf of employee, to 401(a) retirement accountEducational Assistance and professional developmentPaid Vacation, Sick and Personal Days12 Paid HolidaysMany positions have bi-weekly Off-FridaysOn-Site Fitness Center at Getty CenterCommunity service opportunities

 

To learn more about our comprehensive benefits and long list of perks, go to Getty HR.  

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