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Archives and Special Collections Assistant (Library Assistant II)
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Archives and Special Collections Assistant (Library Assistant II) - Framingham State University
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- $1,872.37 a week
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University Archivist - West Virginia & Regional History Center, WVU Libraries
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- From $61,000 a year
- Evenings as needed
- Hybrid work
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- Master's degree
- Paid holidays
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Archivist and Circulation Assistant Librarian

The Brearley School -
New York, NY

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Job Details

Full-time
$60,000 - $70,000 a year

Benefits

Commuter assistance
Health savings account
Disability insurance
Health insurance
Retirement plan

Qualifications

Library management software
Mid-level
Databases
Cultural competency
Master's degree in library science
Library Science
Archival Collection Management
Preservation of archival materials
Computer skills
Master of Library & Information Science
Processing materials (library and archives technical processing)
Communication skills

Full Job Description

The Brearley School, an independent girls’ school serving over 786 students K-12, welcomes candidates for an Archivist and Circulation Assistant Librarian beginning in August, 2026.

We invite interested candidates to apply for this position by completing an application and uploading a cover letter and resume athttps://www.brearley.org/careers-at-brearley/.

Responsibilities include:

Assessing, preserving, and maintaining the school’s historical documents, objects, and oral histories
Creating and maintaining collection guides, computer archives, and databases
Organizing and classifying archival records for ease of use
Collaborating with the school community to acquire new materials
Curating archival materials for themed displays throughout the school buildings, including those in preparation for the school’s upcoming 150th anniversary
Assisting at the library desks with circulation needs
Processing and preparing new books for circulation
Maintaining the library space
Participate in library events

The ideal candidate will:

Hold a MLS or have the equivalent experience; archives certificate preferred
Have experience in managing an archive and working with digital materials
Keep up to date on archival standards and best practices
Be proficient with Follett Library Circulation software and archive-specific applications such as ArchivesSpace
Have a commitment to the education of girls
Understand the needs of students at various stages of intellectual and personal development
Demonstrate curiosity, creativity and collaboration
Possess excellent oral and written communication skills
Be collegial and enjoy working collaboratively
Demonstrate cultural competency and a deep investment in inclusive practices

About the School
Founded in 1884, Brearley's mission has long combined outstanding academics with an insistence on a larger purpose: A passionate exchange of ideas within the School's walls that prepares girls of adventurous intellect and diverse backgrounds to put their knowledge and habits of mind to meaningful use in the wider world.

A center of intellectual exuberance, the School offers an extraordinary program to girls from across and beyond New York City, attracting and developing a dynamic and committed faculty, who, along with a talented staff, instill in Brearley students a love of learning, an ability to think critically and creatively, a deep curiosity about the world and a pioneering spirit. We believe that a Brearley education is not for oneself alone. Every member of our community plays a vital role in shaping the School today and for the future, cultivating the joy of lifelong learning and lasting friendships, the confidence to pursue one’s ambitions and a commitment to the greater good. In pursuit of this goal, we actively strive to build, nurture and sustain a diverse faculty and student body. We are committed to creating an inclusive, equitable and antiracist/antibias school community, and we expect faculty, staff, students, parents and trustees to pursue meaningful change through deliberate and measurable actions.

Brearley recently announced a “Free Tuition” program for families with incomes of $100,000 or less and without significant assets. Learn more by visiting our website.

About the Library at Brearley
The Library Department is a small, close-knit, intellectually curious, and spirited team of educators who work collaboratively across all three divisions of the school. We are based in two library spaces: one dedicated to our youngest students, where we cultivate an early appreciation for reading and exploration, and the other serving our Middle and Upper School students as a vibrant hub for study, reflection, inquiry, reading, and collaboration. We take deep pride in offering a welcoming, engaged, and inclusive environment that serves as a trusted and inspiring resource for the entire Brearley community.

Salary
In 2026–2027, the total salary for this position ranges from $60,000 to $70,000 depending on experience.

Benefits
Benefits offered to eligible employees include a range of options for health insurance coverage with generous employer contributions across the plans; an HSA plan; pre-tax transit benefits; long-term disability insurance; a retirement plan that includes a school contribution starting at 10% of salary with no mandatory employee contribution; breakfast and lunch without charge; support for professional growth and development; and the opportunity to participate in a community based on collaboration, mutual care, and a commitment to the greater good.

The Brearley School is an equal employment opportunity employer committed to hiring exceptional, dedicated teachers of diverse backgrounds. We consider qualified individuals for employment with the School regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability or any other state or federally-protected classification.

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