"Library Specialist of Japanese Language"

About Stanford University's Hoover Institution

The Hoover Institution on War, Revolution, and Peace is a public policy research center devoted to the advanced study of economics, politics, history, and political economy--both domestic and foreign--as well as international affairs.

Founded in 1919 by Herbert Hoover before he became the thirty-first president of the United States, the Institution began as a repository of historical material gathered at the end of World War I. The library and archives have grown to be among the largest private repositories of documents on twentieth-century political and economic history. Over time the Institution expanded its mission from collecting archival material to conducting advanced research on contemporary history and economics and applying this scholarship to current public policy challenges.

With its eminent scholars and world-renowned library and archives, the Hoover Institution seeks to improve the human condition by advancing ideas that promote economic opportunity and prosperity while securing and safeguarding peace for America and all humanity.

A cover letter and resume are required for full consideration.

JOB PURPOSE

Make materials of both physical and digital Japanese and overseas Japanese library and archival materials discoverable and accessible.

CORE DUTIES

• Provide basic reference assistance.
• Perform routine circulation functions, such as charges, discharges, and holds.
• Perform routine catalog maintenance, receiving, and/or copy cataloging Japanese-language materials.
• Compile basic container lists or indexes of primarily Japanese-language archival materials.
• Collect and maintain library statistics; may produce reports for management.
• Perform quality check of the digital collections.
• Create machine-generated text for digital collections and edit it.

The job duties listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this job classification and are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary depending on department or program needs without changing the general nature and scope of the job or level of responsibility. Employees may also perform other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education & Experience

Two-year college degree plus one or more years of experience in an academic library, or a combination of education and relevant experience.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Experience with relevant aspects of library operations including understanding of contemporary library practices, trends and emerging technologies.
• Demonstrated understanding of the broad scope of library operations with ability to understand how their role interacts with the rest of the organization.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment and negotiate issues with people from different parts of the library.
• Ability to identify challenges and opportunities, engage others in their resolution and recommend appropriate courses of action.
• Demonstrated ability to evaluate online resources in terms of content quality, functionality and user interface issues.
• Ability to independently perform complex job functions such as collection management reviews, preparation of major exhibits, developing policies for business practices.
• Consistent display of strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated bibliographic expertise or basic managerial/supervisory skills.

Preferred/Desired Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• High proficiency of reading and writing Japanese
• Strong skills in Google Docs and Google Sheets
• Proficient knowledge of Adobe Photoshop and Premiere Pro
• Ability to explore and learn new digital tools
• Knowledge of Japanese history preferred

Certifications and Licenses

None

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Constantly perform desk-based computer tasks.
• Frequently sitting.
• Occasionally stand/walk, reach/work above shoulders, grasp lightly/fine manipulation, grasp forcefully, use a telephone, sort/file paperwork or parts, lift/carry/push/pull objects that weigh up to 10 pounds.
• Rarely twist/bend/stoop/squat, kneel/crawl.

Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires accommodation to perform the essential functions of the job.

WORKING CONDITIONS

May work in confined spaces and at heights 4-10 feet; be exposed to dust and mold; work extended hours, evenings and weekends.

The expected pay range for this position is $26.53-$33.01 per hour.

Stanford University provides pay ranges representing its good faith estimate of what the university reasonably expects to pay for a position. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal equity, geographic location and external market pay for comparable jobs.

At Stanford University, base pay represents only one aspect of the comprehensive rewards package. The Cardinal at Work website (https://cardinalatwork.stanford.edu/benefits-rewards) provides detailed information on Stanford's extensive range of benefits and rewards offered to employees. Specifics about the rewards package for this position may be discussed during the hiring process.

WORK STANDARDS

• Interpersonal Skills: Demonstrates the ability to work well with Stanford colleagues and clients as well as with external organizations.
• Promote Culture of Safety: Demonstrates commitment to personal responsibility and value for safety; communicates safety concerns; uses and promotes safe behaviors based on training and lessons learned.
• Subject to and expected to comply with all applicable University policies and procedures, including but not limited to the personnel policies and other policies found in the University's Administrative Guide, http://adminguide.stanford.edu.

The Hoover Institution at Stanford University is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.