Andersen Horticultural Library seeks Library Assistant

Text courtesy of the University of Minnesota.

Andersen Horticultural Library (AHL), the largest horticultural research library in the Upper Midwest, is located at the Minnesota Landscape Arboretum (MLA) in Chanhassen, MN.  It is nationally known for its Historic Seed & Nursery Catalog Collection, its collection of George Nakashima furnishings, and for its 500+ years of garden and natural history resources. AHL is part of the University of Minnesota Libraries and reports through the Research Division/Sciences, Agriculture & Engineering (SAgE) department. Andersen Horticultural Library seeks a collaborative, creative individual with a passion for plants and/or animals.

The primary functions of this position are to provide reference service for the Andersen Horticultural Library, support children’s programming, and assist with outreach events and exhibits. This is a part-time 50% appointment.

Responsibilities

• Provide reference and information services (45%)
• Assist with storytime (10%)
• Exhibits coordinator (10%)
• Special projects/other duties (10%)

Required Qualifications

• College education can be substituted for library, education, or research experience on a year-for-year basis up to three (3) years plus two years of relevant library or education experience and/or five (5) years of relevant library, education, or research experience.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience or coursework related to horticulture, gardening, botany, or natural history.
• Experience installing art shows and/or creating displays.
• Considerable ability with database searching.

More information

This is a part-time position. The base pay is $20.00/hour.

How to Apply

For more detailed information and to apply, see the University of Minnesota's full online job post.