ORGANIZATION SUMMARY:

The Frank Lloyd Wright Preservation Trust, based in Oak Park, IL, operates two internationally known house museums and is recognized as a leader in the restoration and preservation of historic sites, education, research and museum retailing.

 

WORK OBJECTIVES: The Collections Librarian/Archivist oversees the preservation and security of and access to all artifacts and materials in the Preservation Trust’s research and special collections.  All responsibilities will be administered within the parameters of the policies and procedures established by the American Association of Museums (AAM), the Society of American Archivists (SAA) and the complimentary policies and procedures established by the Preservation Trust.

 

QUALIFICATIONS:

 

Master of Library Science degree ,2+ years experience cataloging and processing variety of media.  Some subject knowledge of late 19th and early 20th century architecture required. Command of SAA policies and procedures. Understanding of digital preservation standards.  Experience and proficiency using collections management databases, basic office/word processing software.  Excellent written and verbal communication skills, ability to work collaboratively with professional and paraprofessional staff and volunteers. 

 

For more information about the organization, go to www.GoWright.org

 

TO APPLY

Email resume and cover letter to [log in to unmask]

Reference "Librarian/Archivist" in subject line

 

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