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The ideal candidate will be currently enrolled in an MLIS program with a concentration in technical services, or an advanced undergraduate (rising senior) preparing to enroll in an MLIS program, in good academic standing. Proper handling and care of rare materials including books with old and brittle paper, pamphlets, ephemera, artist books, and oversized materials.

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The Ingalls Library is seeking a detail-oriented candidate to assist with physical processing and preservation of books in collaboration with Preservation staff. Under the guidance of seasoned professionals, the Fellow will gain experience in standards and best practices of proper handling, cleaning, and mending of library materials including rare and special collections in a variety of physical formats. The fellowship offers essential tools and insights for any person whose career plans include preservation, technical services librarianship, and art librarianship.This is a part-time fellowship working 20 hours per week for 9-12 months. Requirements <ul><li>The ideal candidate will be currently enrolled in an MLIS program with a concentration in technical services, or an advanced undergraduate (rising senior) preparing to enroll in an MLIS program, in good academic standing. </li><li>Experience with measuring, precision work, and other hand skills. Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills, craftsmanship, and the ability to meet deadlines and quotas. Ability to work independently and sustain attention to detail over a long period of time and interpret complex instructions. </li><li>Preferred: Bachelor's degree (B. A.) with emphasis in art history or related field </li><li>Familiarity with integrated library systems and OCLC  </li><li>Experience working with delicate materials, precision work </li><li>Experience with hand tools and other equipment </li></ul>Responsibilities <ul><li>Preserving items including the construction of enclosures, pockets, book jackets, resewing, and proper handling of delicate or fragile materials</li><li>Proper handling and care of rare materials including books with old and brittle paper, pamphlets, ephemera, artist books, and oversized materials</li><li>Process library materials. Includes book plating, spine labeling, counting and checking status and call number in integrated library system. </li><li>Maintain proficiency in all essential functions of integrated library system and OCLC</li><li>Provide cross training backup.</li><li>Provide support for Collection Development and Management Services Assistant as needed.</li><li>Perform copy cataloging of books and non-book materials in English and all other European languages for the library utilizing national cataloging standards, including MARC, AARC2/RDA, LCSH, and LCCN</li><li>Provide support for Serials and Electronic Resources Assistant as needed.</li><li>Provide on-call support for circulation as needed. </li></ul> Application Materials: Please submit a cover letter, resume, academic references, and one paragraph describing your interest in the opportunity and what you hope to gain from this fellowship. Application Deadline:  The anticipated start date is May 25th, 2026 or ASAP Rate of Pay: $18 per hour

Cleveland Museum of Art

Library Preservation and Technical Services Fellow

Art History

Best Practices

Cataloguing

Construction

Cross-Training

Detail Oriented

English Language

Fellowship

Hand Tools

Integrated Library System

Interpersonal Skills

Library of Congress Subject Headings (LCSH)

Materials Tracking

Meet Sales Quota

OCLC (Online Computer Library Center)

On Call

Organizational Skills

Pamphlets

Plating Processes

Special Collections

Time Management

FULL_TIME

Cleveland Public Library strives to be the driving force behind a powerful culture of learning that will inspire Clevelanders from all walks of life to continually learn, share, and seek out new knowledge. The successful applicant will be a self-directed professional with a strong work ethic, a collaborative work style, and the skill set to thrive in a welcoming service environment for patrons and staff.

Description<div><div><div>SHELF DEPARTMENT ASSISTANT MANAGER</div>HOURS: Minimum of 37.5 hours per week. May be required to work flexible hours, including evenings and/or weekends, to meet operational needs.PAY GRADE: 4($49,650.00)LOCATION: Louis Stokes Wing (Shelf Department)EXTERNAL POSTING OPEN UNTIL FILLED Cleveland Public Library strives to be the driving force behind a powerful culture of learning that will inspire Clevelanders from all walks of life to continually learn, share, and seek out new knowledge. The successful applicant will be a self-directed professional with a strong work ethic, a collaborative work style, and the skill set to thrive in a welcoming service environment for patrons and staff. JOB SUMMARY: This position manages the Gift Deposit Collection and maintains agency’s statistical data, policies, and procedures. Employee assists with the management of retrieving and shelving library materials to and from other agencies and oversees agency Pages. JOB REQUIREMENTS:Education: High School Diploma or its equivalent is required. Associate’s Degree or the equivalent of two years coursework from an accredited college or university is preferred. EXPERIENCE:<ul style="margin:0pt;padding-left:0pt"><li style="background-color:rgb( 255 , 255 , 255 );color:rgb( 51 , 51 , 51 );font-family:serif;font-size:11pt;line-height:150%;margin:0pt 0pt 0pt 26.85pt;padding-left:9.15pt;text-indent:0pt">Two years library or equivalent experience.</li><li style="background-color:rgb( 255 , 255 , 255 );color:rgb( 51 , 51 , 51 );font-family:serif;font-size:11pt;line-height:150%;margin:0pt 0pt 0pt 26.85pt;padding-left:9.15pt;text-indent:0pt">One year supervisory or lead worker experience in a union environment.</li></ul> ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Evaluation of this position is based primarily on performance of the following essential functions, which include, but are not limited to:<ul style="margin:0pt;padding-left:0pt"><li style="background-color:rgb( 255 , 255 , 255 );color:rgb( 51 , 51 , 51 );font-family:serif;font-size:11pt;line-height:150%;margin:0pt 0pt 0pt 26.85pt;padding-left:9.15pt;text-indent:0pt">Serve as the Lead Worker in the absence of the Shelf Department Manager.</li><li style="background-color:rgb( 255 , 255 , 255 );color:rgb( 51 , 51 , 51 );font-family:serif;font-size:11pt;line-height:150%;margin:0pt 0pt 0pt 26.85pt;padding-left:9.15pt;text-indent:0pt">Train clerical and Page staff; Direct and review the work of clerical and Page staff.</li><li style="background-color:rgb( 255 , 255 , 255 );color:rgb( 51 , 51 , 51 );font-family:serif;font-size:11pt;line-height:150%;margin:0pt 0pt 0pt 26.85pt;padding-left:9.15pt;text-indent:0pt">Create and maintain daily and weekly Shelf Department work schedules.</li><li style="background-color:rgb( 255 , 255 , 255 );color:rgb( 51 , 51 , 51 );font-family:serif;font-size:11pt;line-height:150%;margin:0pt 0pt 0pt 26.85pt;padding-left:9.15pt;text-indent:0pt">Coordinates CPL's books by mail (Words on Wheels) program.</li><li style="background-color:rgb( 255 , 255 , 255 );color:rgb( 51 , 51 , 51 );font-family:serif;font-size:11pt;line-height:150%;margin:0pt 0pt 0pt 26.85pt;padding-left:9.15pt;text-indent:0pt">Prep staff time cards for input into Tyler Munis.</li><li style="background-color:rgb( 255 , 255 , 255 );color:rgb( 51 , 51 , 51 );font-family:serif;font-size:11pt;line-height:150%;margin:0pt 0pt 0pt 26.85pt;padding-left:9.15pt;text-indent:0pt">Review and approve staff time cards for adherence to work schedules in the absence of the Manager.</li><li style="background-color:rgb( 255 , 255 , 255 );color:rgb( 51 , 51 , 51 );font-family:serif;font-size:11pt;line-height:150%;margin:0pt 0pt 0pt 26.85pt;padding-left:9.15pt;text-indent:0pt">Assist with Page recruitment process and assessments. </li><li style="background-color:rgb( 255 , 255 , 255 );color:rgb( 51 , 51 , 51 );font-family:serif;font-size:11pt;line-height:150%;margin:0pt 0pt 0pt 26.85pt;padding-left:9.15pt;text-indent:0pt">May maintain Page onboarding process. </li><li style="background-color:rgb( 255 , 255 , 255 );color:rgb( 51 , 51 , 51 );font-family:serif;font-size:11pt;line-height:150%;margin:0pt 0pt 0pt 26.85pt;padding-left:9.15pt;text-indent:0pt">Carry out shift projects to reorganize library materials, including participating in the planning of the work.</li><li style="background-color:rgb( 255 , 255 , 255 );color:rgb( 51 , 51 , 51 );font-family:serif;font-size:11pt;line-height:150%;margin:0pt 0pt 0pt 26.85pt;padding-left:9.15pt;text-indent:0pt">Process monthly book donations.</li><li style="background-color:rgb( 255 , 255 , 255 );color:rgb( 51 , 51 , 51 );font-family:serif;font-size:11pt;line-height:150%;margin:0pt 0pt 0pt 26.85pt;padding-left:9.15pt;text-indent:0pt">Document standard operating procedures. </li><li style="background-color:rgb( 255 , 255 , 255 );color:rgb( 51 , 51 , 51 );font-family:serif;font-size:11pt;line-height:150%;margin:0pt 0pt 0pt 26.85pt;padding-left:9.15pt;text-indent:0pt">May assist clerical staff in transmitting library service materials. </li><li style="background-color:rgb( 255 , 255 , 255 );color:rgb( 51 , 51 , 51 );font-family:serif;font-size:11pt;line-height:150%;margin:0pt 0pt 0pt 26.85pt;padding-left:9.15pt;text-indent:0pt">Perform searches for items sought and not found through routine retrieval procedures.</li><li style="background-color:rgb( 255 , 255 , 255 );color:rgb( 51 , 51 , 51 );font-family:serif;font-size:11pt;line-height:150%;margin:0pt 0pt 0pt 26.85pt;padding-left:9.15pt;text-indent:0pt">Oversee the preparation of materials being transported to other agencies. </li><li style="background-color:rgb( 255 , 255 , 255 );color:rgb( 51 , 51 , 51 );font-family:serif;font-size:11pt;line-height:150%;margin:0pt 0pt 0pt 26.85pt;padding-left:9.15pt;text-indent:0pt">Maintain the order and retrievability of collections in remote storage.</li><li style="background-color:rgb( 255 , 255 , 255 );color:rgb( 51 , 51 , 51 );font-family:serif;font-size:11pt;line-height:150%;margin:0pt 0pt 0pt 26.85pt;padding-left:9.15pt;text-indent:0pt">Maintain statistical data and metrics; Generate reports.</li><li style="background-color:rgb( 255 , 255 , 255 );color:rgb( 51 , 51 , 51 );font-family:serif;font-size:11pt;line-height:150%;margin:0pt 0pt 0pt 26.85pt;padding-left:9.15pt;text-indent:0pt">May create narrative reports.</li><li style="background-color:rgb( 255 , 255 , 255 );color:rgb( 51 , 51 , 51 );font-family:serif;font-size:11pt;line-height:150%;margin:0pt 0pt 0pt 26.85pt;padding-left:9.15pt;text-indent:0pt">May maintain and order routine supplies. </li><li style="background-color:rgb( 255 , 255 , 255 );color:rgb( 51 , 51 , 51 );font-family:serif;font-size:11pt;line-height:150%;margin:0pt 0pt 0pt 26.85pt;padding-left:9.15pt;text-indent:0pt">Participate and manage Pages in recovery actions for collection-threatening emergencies.</li><li style="background-color:rgb( 255 , 255 , 255 );color:rgb( 51 , 51 , 51 );font-family:serif;font-size:11pt;line-height:150%;margin:0pt 0pt 0pt 26.85pt;padding-left:9.15pt;text-indent:0pt">Participate in meetings, committees, and Board meetings as needed. </li><li style="background-color:rgb( 255 , 255 , 255 );color:rgb( 51 , 51 , 51 );font-family:serif;font-size:11pt;line-height:150%;margin:0pt 0pt 0pt 26.85pt;padding-left:9.15pt;text-indent:0pt">Perform other duties as assigned.</li></ul> TECHNICAL EXPERTISE:<ul style="margin:0pt;padding-left:0pt"><li style="background-color:rgb( 255 , 255 , 255 );color:rgb( 51 , 51 , 51 );font-family:serif;font-size:11pt;line-height:150%;margin:0pt 0pt 0pt 26.85pt;padding-left:9.15pt;text-indent:0pt">Leading a mid-sized organization or business unit is required.</li><li style="background-color:rgb( 255 , 255 , 255 );color:rgb( 51 , 51 , 51 );font-family:serif;font-size:11pt;line-height:150%;margin:0pt 0pt 0pt 26.85pt;padding-left:9.15pt;text-indent:0pt">Experience working with all levels within an organization is required.</li><li style="background-color:rgb( 255 , 255 , 255 );color:rgb( 51 , 51 , 51 );font-family:serif;font-size:11pt;line-height:150%;margin:0pt 0pt 0pt 26.85pt;padding-left:9.15pt;text-indent:0pt">Experience modifying and adapting existing programs, services, policies and processes to meet </li><li style="background-color:rgb( 255 , 255 , 255 );color:rgb( 51 , 51 , 51 );font-family:serif;font-size:11pt;line-height:150%;margin:0pt 0pt 0pt 26.85pt;padding-left:9.15pt;text-indent:0pt">changing needs and expectations is required. </li><li style="background-color:rgb( 255 , 255 , 255 );color:rgb( 51 , 51 , 51 );font-family:serif;font-size:11pt;line-height:150%;margin:0pt 0pt 0pt 26.85pt;padding-left:9.15pt;text-indent:0pt">Working with community leaders, public officials, donors, and other community stakeholders is required.</li><li style="background-color:rgb( 255 , 255 , 255 );color:rgb( 51 , 51 , 51 );font-family:serif;font-size:11pt;line-height:150%;margin:0pt 0pt 0pt 26.85pt;padding-left:9.15pt;text-indent:0pt">Experience managing budgets, resources and people is required. Governmental budgetary principles, practiceand procedures preferred. </li><li style="background-color:rgb( 255 , 255 , 255 );color:rgb( 51 , 51 , 51 );font-family:serif;font-size:11pt;line-height:150%;margin:0pt 0pt 0pt 26.85pt;padding-left:9.15pt;text-indent:0pt">Experience working with boards of directors/trustees is preferred.</li><li style="background-color:rgb( 255 , 255 , 255 );color:rgb( 51 , 51 , 51 );font-family:serif;font-size:11pt;line-height:150%;margin:0pt 0pt 0pt 26.85pt;padding-left:9.15pt;text-indent:0pt">Experience in public library, public-sector, and a union environment is preferred.</li><li style="background-color:rgb( 255 , 255 , 255 );color:rgb( 51 , 51 , 51 );font-family:serif;font-size:11pt;line-height:150%;margin:0pt 0pt 0pt 26.85pt;padding-left:9.15pt;text-indent:0pt">Proficiency in MS Office or similar software is required. Relevant business management systems such as general ledger, HRIS, CRM, etc., is preferred. </li><li style="background-color:rgb( 255 , 255 , 255 );color:rgb( 51 , 51 , 51 );font-family:serif;font-size:11pt;line-height:150%;margin:0pt 0pt 0pt 26.85pt;padding-left:9.15pt;text-indent:0pt">Proficiency in SirsiDynex, bibliographic software is preferred.</li></ul> Certifications: N/ADriver License: Valid Driver LicenseOther License: N/A To Apply; please attach a current/updated resume and CV EXTERNAL POSTING OPEN UNTIL FILLED</div></div>

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