Dec 19, 2025
Peabody Essex Museum
The Peabody Essex Museum's Phillips Library seeks a part-time Reference Assistant to aid the functions of the reference department. The library is an active place, and the incumbent will interact with in-person visitors, distant patrons, and internal museum staff. Duties will include monitoring the reading room (assist patron orientation and research, communicate and enforce library policies, etc.), answer reference questions, retrieve and re-shelve materials, digitize materials for patrons, create metadata, and assist with social media campaigns. The Reference Assistant is expected to participate collaboratively in library-wide and museum-wide projects and initiatives. Some library experience is highly desired. Special collections/rare books experience is a plus. Ability to work closely and collaboratively with diverse colleagues and patrons, as well as to work independently. Attention to detail, organizational skills, ability to multitask and balance...
Professional Diversity Network
Rowley, MA, USA
Full-Time
