Technical Services Librarian

George Washington’s Mount Vernon Estate & Gardens seeks applicants for 
the full-time position of Technical Services Librarian. The Technical 
Services Librarian has responsibility for cataloging in all formats, 
including special collections; managing serials; and overseeing 
technical services operations, including the preservation and 
conservation of library collections. H/she will supervise 1 part-time 
cataloger, volunteers, and interns and work closely with the Head 
Librarian and Special Collections Librarian. Mount Vernon is planning 
for a new library building with expanded services and collections and is 
seeking an energetic, enthusiastic, and committed librarian, who can 
improve access to our unique and historic library collections.

Qualifications: An MLS from an ALA-accredited program; at least 3 years 
relevant experience, including cataloging of rare books and manuscripts; 
experience working with an integrated library system, preferably OCLC 
Connexion Browser; subject expertise in 18th-century American history 
and culture.

To apply: By December 15, 2009 send resume and letter of interest to: 
Mount Vernon Ladies’ Association, Human Resources Department, P.O. Box 
110, Mount Vernon, VA 22121. Applications may also be sent via fax to 
703.780.8320 or by e-mail to [log in to unmask] EOE.

Special Collections Librarian

George Washington’s Mount Vernon Estate & Gardens seeks applicants for 
the full-time position of Special Collections Librarian. The Special 
Collections Librarian has responsibility for collection development and 
assessment in the areas of rare books, manuscripts, maps, and archives 
and for negotiating acquisitions for gifts and purchases. S/he 
participates in donor outreach efforts and the identification and 
application for external, private funding opportunities. S/he provides 
public service assistance to library users; promotes awareness and use 
of special collections to students and researchers at Mount Vernon and 
beyond; and works with the Head Librarian on strategic planning for 
bibliographic control and development of these resources. Mount Vernon 
is planning for a new library building with expanded services and 
collections and is seeking an energetic, enthusiastic, and committed 
librarian, who can actively work to acquire items that complement and 
augment existing collections; to conserve and preserve special 
materials; and to improve patron access our unique and historic library 
collections.

Qualifications: An MLS from an ALA-accredited program; at least 1year 
experience with special collections; demonstrated knowledge of library 
preservation practices; subject expertise in 18th-century American 
history and culture; ability to use Web2.0 technologies to showcase 
library collections, desirable.

To apply: By December 15, 2009 send resume and letter of interest to: 
Mount Vernon Ladies’ Association, Human Resources Department, P.O. Box 
110, Mount Vernon, VA 22121. Applications may also be sent via fax to 
703.780.8320 or by e-mail to [log in to unmask] EOE.

Data Entry Assistant

Historic Mount Vernon seeks a temporary full-time Data Entry Assistant 
to aid in a collections online initiative that is scheduled for 
completion in 2011. Working with the Collections Manager and curatorial 
staff, the Assistant will be responsible for inputting and editing 
electronic records in the collections management database and managing 
the physical files. The incumbent will use collections files to edit, 
update and create electronic collections records; this will involve 
inputting curatorial and collections management information including 
interpretive text, accession history, locations and conservation 
treatment records.

Qualifications: iB.A. in relevant field, attention to detail, and 
proficiency with computers and databases required; museum experience 
preferred. Experience with Re:Discovery/FoxPro and/or TMS as well 
experience and/or interest in American material culture a plus.

To Apply: By December 1, 2009 send resume and letter of interest to: 
Mount Vernon Ladies’ Association, Human Resources Department, P.O. Box 
110, Mount Vernon, VA 22121. Applications may also be sent via fax to 
703.780.8320 or by e-mail to [log in to unmask] EOE.

Assistant Curator

Historic Mount Vernon seeks an experienced candidate who will work with 
the Curator of Fine and Decorative Arts and collections staff to 
research, preserve, and enhance the collection, develop furnishing 
plans, respond to internal and external inquiries and participate in the 
development of exhibitions.

Qualifications: Master of Arts degree in art history, American history, 
material culture or museum studies required. Advanced studies in 
American decorative arts preferred. Excellent communication skills, 
flexibility and reliability required.

To Apply: By December 1, 2009 send resume and cover letter to: Mount 
Vernon Ladies Association, Human Resources Department, P.O. Box 110, 
Mount Vernon, VA 22121. Applications may also be sent via fax to 
703.780.8320 or by e-mail to [log in to unmask] EOE.