The Stonington Historical Society is seeking a part-time Library Director to oversee the functions and operations of the R.W.Woolworth Library and Research Center. The Woolworth is the Society’s main archival repository, that also houses textiles, artifacts, outreach and educational materials, books, and an inventory of past publications. The Library Director will be the main representative for public inquiry regarding collections, research, and relevant sources. This position provides recommendations for policy and procedures, collections acquisition, de-accessions, and archival management and care. This position oversees the cataloguing of archival materials and artifacts and maintaining and facilitating access to those collections through digital records, Past Perfect software, and through online and social media outlets. Desired qualifications for this position include a graduate degree in Library Science plus five years of archival related work or relevant museum experience. Knowledge of current best practices in conservation, computer literacy, and familiarity with Past Perfect is a plus. The ideal candidate will have experience managing staff and volunteers, research and writing for exhibits and publication Please apply by email to director@stoningtonhistory.org and include a resume of related experiences and a minimum of two professional references. This position is expected to start January of 2017.

EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Part time