Music Library Reference Specialist

1 day ago


Toronto, Ontario, Canada University of Toronto Full time

At the University of Toronto, we are seeking a highly skilled Music Library Reference Specialist to join our team. This full-time position offers an exciting opportunity for individuals passionate about music and academic research.

The Music Library is located inside the Faculty of Music's Edward Johnson Building, boasting the largest music research collection in Canada. As a Reference Specialist, you will provide expert reference services to faculty, staff, students, and external community members, offering assistance with selecting and using reference sources, including online and print materials.

You will be responsible for maintaining a collection, which may involve activities such as shelving, shifting, reboxing, record keeping, retrieving items for storage, and processing newly received items. Additionally, you will assist in creating and maintaining digital and print reference tools, schedule staff at the information desk, and deliver training sessions on library catalogue use, basic web searching, and finding journal articles.

We are looking for an individual with a strong service orientation, excellent communication skills, and experience working with music library special collections. Your advanced knowledge of the university library's online catalogue and proficiency in word processing software are essential. Experience providing instruction and staff training, as well as knowledge of cataloguing formats, are desirable but not required.

This position offers a competitive salary range of $74,384 - $80,345 per annum, depending on your qualifications and experience. We are committed to providing a diverse and inclusive work environment, with opportunities for professional growth and development.



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