Librarian Assistant jobs in Butte, MT

Librarian Assistant supports library circulation and processing operations and assists library users in locating materials and using library systems and tools. Reshelves returned books and materials and updates the library information system. Being a Librarian Assistant maintains user account and access data and processes special requests for materials. Performs routine cataloging processes. Additionally, Librarian Assistant assists with maintenance and update processes for library databases, software, and systems. May perform clerical tasks related to book purchasing and payments. Requires a high school diploma. Typically reports to a supervisor. The Librarian Assistant works independently within established procedures associated with the specific job function. Has gained proficiency in multiple competencies relevant to the job. To be a Librarian Assistant typically requires 3-5 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Librarian and Archivist
  • Montana State University
  • Bozeman, MT FULL_TIME
  • Montana State University values diverse perspectives and is committed to continually supporting, promoting and building an inclusive and culturally diverse campus environment. MSU recognizes the importance of work-life integration and strives to be responsive to the needs of dual career couples.

    Duties and Responsibilities
    • Conduct tailored, course-integrated library instruction for MSU classes to support transformative learning experiences supported by archives and special collections.
    • Teach workshops that are accessible to the citizens of Montana and beyond.
    • Create guides, conduct research consultations, and provide prompt accurate assistance in response to requests.
    • Promote use of and engagement with the collections by MSU students and faculty and by citizens of Montana through programming and outreach.
    • Describe archival and digital collections using national and international standards.
    • Coordinate with other library departments to prepare books and archival collections for use and identify and address preservation needs.
    • Use both traditional and innovative means to develop the collections according to the collection development policy, ethical standards, and capacity for responsible stewardship.
    • Write grant and other proposals as appropriate, develop and sustain relationships with current and potential donors.

    Required Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills
    • Master’s degree from an American Library Association-accredited graduate program or a terminal degree in a field appropriate to the position that includes specialized training in archival theory and practice.
    • Demonstrated awareness of the history of the Rocky Mountain region including familiarity with popular creative works, journalistic endeavors, and scholarly products.

    Preferred Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills
    • Demonstrated instruction and teaching experience applying active learning pedagogy.
    • Demonstrated experience that reflects commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion.
    • Demonstrated commitment to collaborative approaches within a department, organization, or beyond.
    • At least two years of experience working in a library, archive, or other cultural heritage organization.

    The Successful Candidate Will
    • Be an effective communicator and contribute positively to the academic success of Montana State University students.
    • Be a curious individual who seeks out and applies new skills and knowledge.
    • Work well in a team-oriented context where we develop and follow consistent approaches to our shared work.
    • Have an interest in both traditional and forward-thinking approaches to the department’s shared work.
    • Have a strong interest in supporting the land grant mission of MSU and outreach to academic units and citizens of Montana.
    • Foster an environment that is committed to helping students, faculty, and staff from diverse backgrounds succeed.
    • Collaborate with other departments on campus and with other entities in the community, state, region, and nation to advance the library’s mission.
    • Work as part of department team and contribute consistently and positively to the shared priorities of the department.

    Position Special Requirements/Additional Information
    This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements, but a general description of the job. Nothing contained herein restricts Montana State University’s rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

    Physical Demands
    To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

    The Program

    The Department
    Archives and Special Collections (ASC) stewards the unique collections of MSU Library that represent the cultural and scientific heritage of Montana and the Rocky Mountain Region. We collaborate with all library departments and entities across campus to develop and expose our collections, create transformative learning experiences, and promote inquiry into the past, present, and future. We facilitate empathy, cultural connection, and respectful understanding of diverse experiences.

    The College
    The MSU Library is a dynamic, adaptive, and responsive research library. We aspire to build innovative digital and physical spaces where our diverse communities can access and apply information to grow intellectually, build meaningful collaborations, communicate ideas, and envision a better future for Montana and beyond. We are proud to serve the university and the people of Montana, and we strive to do so while embodying the core values of the profession of librarianship and MSU. Our values reflect how we carry forward our strategic and operational decisions: we aim to build a more informed, thoughtful, and just world while striving to cultivate an environment that supports the potential for finding joy and meaning in our work. The library has a full range of resources and services for students and faculty, including books and electronic resources, special collections, public computer workstations, printers, scanners, technology-rich group study rooms, quiet study areas, information instruction, data and publication services, and technology and research consultations.

    The MSU Library is committed to providing access to information resources and supporting student and faculty success through instructional services and research assistance. Our library faculty are campus leaders and active within state, regional, and national library communities.

    The MSU Library has around 50 faculty and staff employees, including 14 tenure-track faculty, 33 staff members, and 25-30 student employees.

    Posting Detail Information

    Number of Vacancies
    1

    Desired Start Date
    July 1, 2024

    Position End Date (if temporary)

    Open Date

    Close Date

    Applications will be:
    Screening of applications will begin on April 3, 2024; however, applications will continue to be accepted until an adequate applicant pool has been established.


    Special Instructions
    To apply, please upload:
    • A cover letter highlighting elements of your experiences that specifically addresses the required and preferred qualifications for this position.
    • A current curriculum vitae.
    • A statement on your teaching philosophy (max 500 words).
    • Montana State University values diverse perspectives and is committed to continually supporting, promoting, and building an inclusive and culturally diverse campus environment. Please provide a statement (max 250 words) that describes your commitment to these values.

    Diversity Statement

    Montana State University values diverse perspectives and is committed to continually supporting, promoting and building an inclusive and culturally diverse campus environment. MSU recognizes the importance of work-life integration and strives to be responsive to the needs of dual career couples.




    Montana State University is committed to providing a working and learning environment free from discrimination. As such, the University does not discriminate in the admission, access to or conduct of its educational programs and activities nor in its employment policies and practices on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ethnicity, creed, service in the uniformed services (as defined in state and federal law), veteran status, gender, age, political beliefs, marital or family status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, or sexual orientation or preference. In support of the University’s mission to be inclusive and diverse, applications from qualified minorities, women, veterans and persons with disabilities are highly encouraged.




    Montana State University makes accommodation for any known disability that may interfere with an applicant’s ability to compete in the hiring process or an employee’s ability to perform the duties of the job. To request an accommodation, contact the Human Resources Office, PO Box 172520, Montana State University, Bozeman MT 59717-2520; 406-994-3651; recruitment@montana.edu .



    In compliance with the Montana Veteran’s Employment Preference Act, MSU provides preference in employment to veterans, disabled veterans, and certain eligible relatives of veterans. To claim veteran’s preference please complete the veteran’s preference information located in the Demographics section of your profile.




    MSU’s Non-Discrimination Policy and Discrimination Grievance Procedures can be located on the MSU Website: https://www.montana.edu/hr/recruitment-guidelines/affirmative_action_plan.html .

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    Exempt

  • 26 Days Ago

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Instruction Librarian
  • Montana State University
  • Bozeman, MT FULL_TIME
  • Montana State University values diverse perspectives and is committed to continually supporting, promoting and building an inclusive and culturally diverse campus environment. MSU recognizes the impor...
  • 26 Days Ago

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IT Specialist (Customer Support)
  • US Deputy Assistant Secretary for Information and...
  • Fort Harrison, MT FULL_TIME
  • Duties This is a bargaining unit position. The initial application review cut-off for this job announcement is 50 applications. The first 50 applications received will be considered first. Application...
  • 1 Month Ago

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Teen Services Librarian
  • Lewis and Clark Library
  • Helena, MT FULL_TIME
  • The Lewis & Clark Library in Helena, MT seeks a full-time Teen Services Librarian. The Library is a hub of cultural, recreational and educational activity in Helena, the capital city of Montana. The f...
  • 16 Days Ago

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Instruction and Outreach Librarian
  • Montana Tech
  • Butte, MT FULL_TIME
  • Instruction and Outreach Librarian Montana Technological University provides a comprehensive benefits package for all eligible positions that includes health, dental and vision insurance, mandatory re...
  • 1 Month Ago

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Assistant assistant
  • EmpRes Healthcare
  • Missoula, MT FULL_TIME
  • Activities Assistant Turn your job into a career with EmpRes! Job Summary : Missoula Health and Rehab is looking for someone who has a kind approach with the elderly, is a good listener, can build rap...
  • 24 Days Ago

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Assistant Professor-Electrical Engineering
  • Montana Tech
  • Butte, MT
  • Assistant Professor Montana Technological University provides a comprehensive benefits package for all eligible position...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Instructor I or II
  • Montana Tech
  • Butte, MT
  • Instructor Montana Technological University provides a comprehensive benefits package for all eligible positions that in...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Assistant Professor-Business
  • Montana Tech
  • Butte, MT
  • Assistant Professor-Business Montana Technological University invites applications for a full time, tenure-track Assista...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Assistant Professor
  • Montana Tech
  • Butte, MT
  • **REVISED POSTING** Assistant Professor Academic Year Department: Geological Engineering Employment Detail: Permanent, F...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Union Engineer
  • CBRE
  • Butte, MT
  • Union Engineer Job ID 157086 Posted 29-Feb-2024 Service line GWS Segment Role type Full-time Areas of Interest Engineeri...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Human Resources Manager
  • GE
  • Butte, MT
  • At GE Aerospace, we believe the world works better when it flies. As a world-leading provider of jet engines, components...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Assistant Professor of Practice- Electrical Engineering
  • Montana Tech
  • Butte, MT
  • Assistant Professor of Practice Full-Time Montana Technological University provides a comprehensive benefits package for...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Assistant Professor-Environmental Engineering
  • Montana Tech
  • Butte, MT
  • Assistant Professor Montana Technological University provides a comprehensive benefits package for all eligible position...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

Butte is the county seat of Silver Bow County, Montana, United States. In 1977, the city and county governments consolidated to form the sole entity of Butte-Silver Bow. The city covers 718 square miles (1,860 km2), and, according to the 2010 census, has a population of approximately 36,400, making it Montana's fifth largest city. It is served by Bert Mooney Airport with airport code BTM. Established in 1864 as a mining camp in the northern Rocky Mountains on the Continental Divide, Butte experienced rapid development in the late-nineteenth century, and was Montana's first major industrial cit...
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Income Estimation for Librarian Assistant jobs
$42,255 to $55,842
Butte, Montana area prices
were up 3.1% from a year ago

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