Weston Library, Broad Street, Oxford OX1 3BG Are you interested in working in the cultural sector and participating in the world of exhibitions, libraries and archives? We have an exciting opportunity for you to join the Bodleian Libraries Exhibitions team, part of Public Engagement, working with diverse communities and audiences. This post will give you an opportunity to help stage exhibitions and displays by ordering and tracking library materials and working with colleagues from many parts of the Library. About the role After training, you will use Library systems to order, return and track the movement of Library materials, communicating with the reading room, imaging services, conservation and other departments. You will use spreadsheets and the Bodleian Libraries’ collection management systems to find and track material and keep accurate records. You will become competent in using the online and manual Library systems for ordering materials and liaise with colleagues to arrange access to material when needed. You will also collate Public Engagement data for evaluation and assessment and assist with creating exhibition reports. The Library holds a wonderful array of material, from medieval manuscripts to the archives of famous poets and politicians and you will be handling this material with appropriate care. This is a permanent part-time post, working 21.9 hours per week, either three days a week or distributed over several days. The physical and collection focus of the role means you would be based in the Weston Library. This role involves lifting collection items up to 5kg, and loading and pushing a book trolley. About You An eye for detail: You must have a high level of accuracy in reading and transcribing numbers and figures and an excellent eye for detail. Keeping records: You should have previous and demonstrable experience of record-keeping. Communication: Excellent oral and written communication skills and a good proficiency with the Microsoft Office package are essential. What We Offer As an employer, we genuinely care about our employees’ wellbeing and this is reflected in the range of benefits that we offer including:
1. An excellent contributory pension scheme
2. 38 days of annual leave
3. A comprehensive range of childcare services
4. Family leave schemes
5. Cycle loan scheme
6. Discounted bus travel and Season Ticket travel loans
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