About

• How would you like to use family history to foster a sense of heritage, one library customer at a time? The St. Louis Public Library’s Genealogy Room is seeking an experienced Librarian who is creative, patient, and committed to providing excellent research assistance to family history researchers. This person must be passionate about developing human connections, providing technology-related assistance, and navigating the research process. This position is responsible for executing innovative and equitable programs and services to foster a strong and diverse community. The Genealogy Librarian is someone who is organized, detail-oriented, and skilled in teaching others the process of family history research. The role requires someone who can appropriately prioritize numerous projects at once and act as an ambassador for the Library during programs and outreach activities throughout the metropolitan region.

In this role, you will

• * Provide genealogical research reference assistance in person, on the phone, and 

• via e-mail while prioritizing excellent customer service

• * Instruct a diverse customer base of researchers in the detailed use of subject-specific reference sources, including online sources, books, and microprint materials, using knowledge of specific resources and tools used in family history research

• * Develop and maintain collections, including weeding and evaluating

• * Create and present Library programs related to the developed collections, as well as conduct outreach in the community

• * Assist in staffing other locations or departments as needed, and ensure customers are following library policies, helping contribute to a safe environment

You will need to be

• * Passionate about both genealogy and the mission of public libraries

• * Able to build relationships with community partners

• * Able to see the big picture and promote consistency and excellence of service

• * Capable of effectively communicating information and responding to questions from customers and staff

• * Flexible, positive, and willing to work with staff and colleagues to successfully overcome challenges, while being willing to take on responsibilities and challenges

You will need to have

• * Master of Library Science; or four or more years of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience

• * Customer service experience, which includes program presentation

• * Thorough knowledge of and demonstrated experience in genealogical research methodology

• * Strong communication, writing, and speaking skills

• * Strong organizational and time management skills

You will earn

• * Competitive salary range starting at $50,803 - $55,803 per year 

• * Medical, dental, and life insurance

• * Paid vacation, holidays, and sick days

• * Pension plan through the Employees Retirement System of the City of St. Louis

• * Professional development

• Schedule

• Tuesday 11 am - 8 pm, Wednesday & Thursday  9 am - 6 pm, Friday 8:30 am - 5 pm, alternating Saturday 8:30 am - 5 pm and Monday 9 am - 6 pm. Some Sundays 1 pm - 5 pm.  Hours subject to change. 

• About SLPL: 

• St. Louis Public Library is a true urban library, representing the historic center of the St. Louis region: the City of St. Louis. With its roots in the mid-1800s, St. Louis Public Library has a long history of innovation and service, a large and historic collection including rare books and extensive special collections, and a diverse and dedicated staff. Our technology is a major resource throughout the City and beyond, and the Library makes an enormous investment in technology annually to keep them state of the art. We operate 15 locations in a relatively small city of 61 square miles. These range from the magnificent Central Library – one of the world’s great public libraries – to regional and neighborhood libraries that vary in size and design but are centerpieces in their communities. St. Louis was an early, passionate supporter of library services to children, and that remains a core value and mission. Outreach into our varied communities, marketing the Library’s remarkable strengths, and working with civic and cultural partners to benefit St. Louisans are all closely held values and goals at the Library. 

About Central Library and the Genealogy Room

• * Originally built in 1912. Central Library is one of the original St. Louis Carnegie Libraries.

• * The third floor of Central Library has been dedicated to our Special Collections since 2012.

• * The Special Collections Floor consists of the Genealogy Department, St. Louis Room (local history), and Rare Books and Manuscripts.

• * Our Genealogy Room has 8 research computers, over 10,000 genealogical titles, the local newspaper microfilm collection, and 4 microfilm readers.

About the neighborhood

• Downtown St. Louis is a vibrant, diverse and welcoming neighborhood filled with amenities that make it a regional destination for locals and travelers alike. 

To apply

• If you are interested in this opportunity, please visit slpl.org [https://slpl.org/] and click on the Careers link, and submit both your cover letter and your resume with your application. Thank you!