Hebraica Library Specialist

Posted Job Title

Hebraica Library Specialist
Job Profile Title

Library Specialist
Job Description Summary

Reporting to the Head of Global Studies Technical Services, the Hebraica Library Specialist, working at an advanced level and independently, will acquire and describe Hebrew language and related materials for the Penn Libraries in accordance with established standards and institutional policy. In both acquisitions and cataloging, the incumbent will perform complex problem-solving using advanced analytical skills. The incumbent will collaborate closely with the Hebraica Cataloging Librarian and the Curator of Judaica Collections.
Job Description

Responsibilities

In accordance with cataloging standards/rules and local practice, perform routine and complex copy cataloging of Hebrew language and related materials.

In accordance with University and Penn Libraries policies and practice, perform routine and complicated ordering, receipt, and invoicing of Hebrew language and related materials, including frequent direct communication with vendors.

Perform routine and advanced searches of Penn Libraries catalogs (Franklin & Alma), external bibliographic utilities (e.g. OCLC Connexion), and online marketplaces (e.g. vendor websites, Amazon) for bibliographic and acquisitions information.

Process physical inventory, including unboxing materials (with occasional lifting of boxes), barcoding of library items, and transporting book trucks through Penn Libraries spaces.

Solve routine and complex bibliographic and acquisitions problems involving Hebrew language and related materials, including providing language expertise to other Penn Libraries staff as needed.

Train and supervise student assistants, and review their work as assigned.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree and 0-1 year of experience required or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Strong knowledge, written and spoken, of modern Hebrew language required.

Excellent problem-solving skills, including ability to pay attention to detail.

Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, including the ability to interact with Hebrew-language vendors.

Experience with library work, preferably in cataloging or acquisitions preferred.

Strong computer skills in a Windows computing environment preferred.

Targeted Pay Range

$ $36.44 hourly, per collective bargaining agreement. Commensurate with education and experience.

Job Location - City, State

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Department / School

University Library
Pay Range

$ $33.31 Hourly Rate
Salary offers are made based on the candidate's qualifications, experience, skills, and education as they directly relate to the requirements of the position, as well as internal and market factors and grade profile.