• Job Description

  Req#: JR00082052

  University Overview

  The University of Pennsylvania, the largest private employer in Philadelphia, is a world-renowned leader in education, research, and innovation. This historic, Ivy League school consistently ranks among the top 10 universities in the annual U.S. News & World Report survey. Penn has 12 highly-regarded schools that provide opportunities for undergraduate, graduate and continuing education, all influenced by Penn’s distinctive interdisciplinary approach to scholarship and learning. As an employer Penn has been ranked nationally on many occasions with the most recent award from Forbes who named Penn one of America’s Best Large Employers in 2023.

  Penn offers a unique working environment within the city of Philadelphia. The University is situated on a beautiful urban campus, with easy access to a range of educational, cultural, and recreational activities. With its historical significance and landmarks, lively cultural offerings, and wide variety of atmospheres, Philadelphia is the perfect place to call home for work and play.

  The University offers a competitive benefits package that includes excellent healthcare and tuition benefits for employees and their families, generous retirement benefits, a wide variety of professional development opportunities, supportive work and family benefits, a wealth of health and wellness programs and resources, and much more.

  Posted Job Title

  Fine Arts Librarian

  Job Profile Title

  Librarian B

  Job Description Summary

  About the Penn Libraries
  
  The Penn Libraries provides a network of information resources and knowledge services that are vital to teaching, research, and learning at the University of Pennsylvania. This network includes 19 physical libraries, recognized for their collections, and a digital library known for innovation and richness of content. Through dynamic programming and exhibitions, and through the acquisition and preservation of literary and artistic artifacts, the Penn Libraries documents a wealth of social and historical periods, bringing scholarship to life at the University and in the various communities it serves.
  
  Job Description Summary
  
  Reporting to the Director, the Fine Arts Librarian is a subject specialist and first point of contact for reference questions, workshops, instruction, and consultations on the contemporary and historical aspects of art, architecture, city and regional planning, historic preservation, landscape architecture, studio art, and urban spatial analytics at the University of Pennsylvania. The Librarian facilitates 3D scanning at Fisher Fine Arts Library, supervises student workers who support 3D scanning requests, and works collaboratively with colleagues across the whole of the Penn Libraries. Active in outreach, the Fine Arts Librarian develops and implements specialized workshops on topics such as citation management, plagiarism, and research skills in service to the Stuart Weitzman School of Design, the Department of the History of Art, and, more broadly, the School of Arts and Sciences. The Librarian, in collaboration with Assistant Director and Director, participates in building Fisher collections and exhibitions planning. The Librarian works collaboratively with colleagues at the Museum and Music Library and takes part in Academic Engagement initiatives including support for scholarly publishing. This position participates in assessment related to ongoing evaluation and improvement of existing access and research services in Fisher and participates in Libraries-wide task forces and committees as well as appropriate professional associations.

  Job Description

  Job Responsibilities

  • Oversees and assesses research, instruction, and outreach programs for the Fisher Fine Arts Library.
  • Participates in Libraries-wide initiatives including online chat and ticket response and participating in the Critical Writing Program.
  • Manages specific library funds for the development of the print and electronic collections.
  • Participates in Fisher exhibition programming.
  • Participates in long-range planning for the Fisher Fine Arts Library.
  • Participates in the general maintenance of the Fisher & Material Libraries’ websites including social media.
  • Coordinates 3D scanning services, including appointments, outreach, and engagement.
  • Supervises 2 student workers.

  Qualifications
  
  Required

  • ALA-accredited master's degree in library science and 2-3 years of reference and instruction experience, or equivalent combination of education and professional experience.
  • Strong analytical and critical thinking and written and oral communications.
  • Strong service orientation and experience with public service, reference service, customer service, or other similar work.
  • Experience working with art and architecture collections, students, and faculty.
  • Excellent interpersonal and oral and written communication skills.
  • Possess a willingness and ability to support and promote a diverse and inclusive campus community.
  • Comfort with learning and working with scanning technology and digital projects.
    

  Preferred

  • Background in an arts, architecture, or design discipline.
  • Ability to create online research guides for subjects and classes using Springshare or similar software.
  • Familiarity with integrated library systems.
  • Possess a willingness and ability to work independently with new technologies such as 3D scanning.
  • Demonstrated interest or proficiency with new technology.
  • Experience in event programming and/or project management.
  • Proficiency in one or more non-English languages.
    

  Application Requirement

  • A Cover Letter and Resume/CV are required to be considered for this position. Please upload your Cover Letter where it asks you to upload your Resume/CV; multiple documents are allowed.

  Job Location - City, State

  Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

  Department / School

  University Library

  Pay Range

  $43,919.00 - $68,250.00 Annual 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.

  Affirmative Action Statement
  Penn adheres to a policy that prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected class.

  Special Requirements
  Background check required after a conditional job offer is made. Consideration of the background check will be tailored to the requirements of the job.

  University Benefits

  • Health, Life, and Flexible Spending Accounts : Penn offers comprehensive medical, prescription, behavioral health, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits to protect you and your family’s health and welfare. You can also use flexible spending accounts to pay for eligible health care and dependent care expenses with pre-tax dollars.

  • Tuition : Take advantage of Penn's exceptional tuition benefits. You, your spouse, and your dependent children can get tuition assistance here at Penn. Your dependent children are also eligible for tuition assistance at other institutions.

  • Retirement: Penn offers generous retirement plans to help you save for your future. Penn’s Basic, Matching, and Supplemental retirement plans allow you to save for retirement on a pre-tax or Roth basis. Choose from a wide variety of investment options through TIAA and Vanguard.

  • Time Away from Work: Penn provides you with a substantial amount of time away from work during the course of the year. This allows you to relax, take vacations, attend to personal affairs, recover from illness or injury, spend time with family—whatever your personal needs may be.

  • Long-Term Care Insurance: In partnership with Genworth Financial, Penn offers faculty and staff (and your eligible family members) long-term care insurance to help you cover some of the costs of long-term care services received at home, in the community or in a nursing facility. If you apply when you’re newly hired, you won’t have to provide proof of good health or be subject to underwriting requirements. Eligible family members must always provide proof of good health and are subject to underwriting.

  • Wellness and Work-life Resources : Penn is committed to supporting our faculty and staff as they balance the competing demands of work and personal life. That’s why we offer a wide variety of programs and resources to help you care for your health, your family, and your work-life balance.

  • Professional and Personal Development: Penn provides an array of resources to help you advance yourself personally and professionally.

  • University Resources: As a member of the Penn community, you have access to a wide range of University resources as well as cultural and recreational activities. Take advantage of the University’s libraries and athletic facilities, or visit our arboretum and art galleries. There’s always something going on at Penn, whether it’s a new exhibit at the Penn Museum, the latest music or theater presentation at the Annenberg Center, or the Penn Relays at Franklin Field to name just a few examples. As a member of the Penn community, you’re right in the middle of the excitement—and you and your family can enjoy many of these activities for free.

  • Discounts and Special Services : From arts and entertainment to transportation and mortgages, you'll find great deals for University faculty and staff. Not only do Penn arts and cultural centers and museums offer free and discounted admission and memberships to faculty and staff. You can also enjoy substantial savings on other goods and services such as new cars from Ford and General Motors, cellular phone service plans, movie tickets, and admission to theme parks.

  • Flexible Work Hours: Flexible work options offer creative approaches for completing work while promoting balance between work and personal commitments. These approaches involve use of non-traditional work hours, locations, and/or job structures.

  • Penn Home Ownership Services: Penn offers a forgivable loan for eligible employees interested in buying a home or currently residing in West Philadelphia, which can be used for closing costs or home improvements.

  • Adoption Assistance: Penn will reimburse eligible employees on qualified expenses in connection with the legal adoption of an eligible child, such as travel or court fees, for up to two adoptions in your household.

  To learn more, please visit: https://www.hr.upenn.edu/PennHR/benefits-pay

• About the company

  The University of Pennsylvania is a private Ivy League research university in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

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