Job Brief
As a Music Librarian, you will play a pivotal role in administering and maintaining music collections, ensuring public and private access to a wide array of informational materials including scores, recordings, and multimedia resources. You will work in diverse environments such as educational institutions, museums, and corporate settings. This position requires proficiency in cataloging, acquiring, and circulating library materials, along with providing exceptional user services to assist patrons in locating and organizing information. The ideal candidate will possess strong organizational skills, a passion for music, and the ability to operate various media equipment.
Responsibilities
- Administer and maintain music collections, including books, periodicals, recordings, and multimedia resources.
- Acquire, catalog, and circulate library materials in accordance with established standards.
- Provide user services, assisting patrons with locating, organizing, and accessing information.
- Instruct users on how to effectively use library resources and media equipment.
- Develop and implement programs and events to promote music literacy and engagement.
- Ensure the preservation and proper storage of music materials to maintain their condition.
- Collaborate with educators and other staff to support curriculum needs and research initiatives.
- Perform regular assessments of library collections to identify gaps and recommend improvements.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Music, Library Science, Information Science, or a related field.
- Experience in library management, preferably in a music library or similar environment.
- Strong knowledge of music literature and terminology, as well as music cataloging standards.
- Proficiency in library management software and digital information systems.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for effective patron interaction.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
- Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and accuracy.
- Familiarity with media equipment operation and library technologies.
Similar Job Titles
- Music Collection Manager
- Music Archivist
- Music Information Specialist
- Audio-Visual Librarian
- Library Assistant – Music
- Cataloging Librarian – Music
- Music Research Librarian
- Library Media Specialist
