What are the responsibilities and job description for the FamilySearch Library Collections Assistant position at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints?
Job Description
Department purpose
Help individuals and families fulfill their divinely appointed responsibility to search out their families and perform for them the sacred ordinances of the temple.
Patron Services mission in that purpose
Provide experiences which engage, retain, and empower patrons and helpers to find, take, and teach.
Job objectives within that mission
Ensure thatthe FamilySearch Library’s catalogs are accurate and accessible in such a manner that will engage, retain, and empower patrons and helpers to find, take, and teach.
Responsibilities
Church employees find joy and satisfaction in using their unique talents and abilities to further the Lord’s work. From the IT professional who develops an app that sends the gospel message worldwide, to the facilities manager who maintains our buildings— giving Church members places to worship, teach, learn, and receive sacred ordinances—our employees seek innovative ways to share the gospel of Jesus Christ with the world. They are literally working in His kingdom.
Only members of the Church who are worthy of a temple recommend qualify for employment. Apart from this, the Church is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in its employment decisions on any basis that would violate U.S. or local law.
Qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, national origin, color, gender, pregnancy, marital status, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or other legally protected categories that apply to the Church. The Church will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities.
Department purpose
Help individuals and families fulfill their divinely appointed responsibility to search out their families and perform for them the sacred ordinances of the temple.
Patron Services mission in that purpose
Provide experiences which engage, retain, and empower patrons and helpers to find, take, and teach.
Job objectives within that mission
Ensure thatthe FamilySearch Library’s catalogs are accurate and accessible in such a manner that will engage, retain, and empower patrons and helpers to find, take, and teach.
Responsibilities
- Process all incoming periodicals (mail and digital)
- Inventory periodicals from current collection on a regular basis
- Prepare periodicals for binding and scanning
- Assist in processing incoming donations
- Assist in projects for scanning and other Library projects, as needed
- Work closely with members of the team to collaborate on a variety of assignments
- Create and communicate clear metric and reporting measures
- Additional responsibilities might include: correct cataloging errors, removal and shifting of collection, create training materials, and other assignments as needed
- A bachelor’s degree or the equivalent of education and professional work experience with 3-5 years of related experience.
- Excellent analytical skills and ability to complete detailed work with accuracy.
- Advanced personal computer skills and demonstrated advanced proficiency with word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both oral and written.
- Be self-directed on assignments and responsible for the accuracy and completeness of the work.
- Experience with Library ILS and OPAC systems, MARC and other metadata standards preferred.
- Ability to set priorities.
- Ability to lift up to 50lbs, push/pull heavy Library carts, bend/squat
Church employees find joy and satisfaction in using their unique talents and abilities to further the Lord’s work. From the IT professional who develops an app that sends the gospel message worldwide, to the facilities manager who maintains our buildings— giving Church members places to worship, teach, learn, and receive sacred ordinances—our employees seek innovative ways to share the gospel of Jesus Christ with the world. They are literally working in His kingdom.
Only members of the Church who are worthy of a temple recommend qualify for employment. Apart from this, the Church is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in its employment decisions on any basis that would violate U.S. or local law.
Qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, national origin, color, gender, pregnancy, marital status, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or other legally protected categories that apply to the Church. The Church will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities.