Associate Librarian
The library at Christie's Rockefeller Plaza
The library at Christie's Rockefeller Plaza location has an opening for an
Associate Librarian. Christie's is the world's oldest fine arts
auctioneer, selling paintings, furnishings and decorative arts since James
Christie, our founder, held his first sale in 1766. The library serves
Christie's staff throughout North America and plays an integral part in the
day-to-day business activities of the company. Responsibilities include:
managing and developing electronic research resources, providing training
in the use of these resources, and maintaining relationships with the
electronic resource vendors; cataloguing books in an ongoing retrospective
conversion project; and providing reference and research services.
Additional projects include auction catalogue and price list management and
binding preparation.
Qualifications: Bachelor's degree, preferably in art history; MLS degree
preferred but not required; at least 1-3 years previous related work
experience; excellent PC system technical skills and knowledge of
electronic resources, including proficiency with art database programs and
the Internet. Knowledge of DB/TextWorks and Nexis a plus; excellent
organizational and communication skills; knowledge of at least one European
language preferred.
Christie's offers competitive compensation and a generous benefits package
including medical, dental, vision and 401(k) plans. For consideration,
please forward resume (with salary requirement) to:
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fax: (212) 636-4945
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