Information Specialist, Study and Reading Room

Information Specialist, Study and Reading Room

16–36 hours per week

As an Information Specialist in the Study and Reading Room at our Research Services department, you play an essential role in the Rijksmuseum’s analog and digital information services. An important aspect of this role is supporting researchers in consulting the collection of the Rijksprentenkabinet and the Special Collections of the Library. You are ready to answer questions from researchers and scholars and enjoy sharing knowledge about the services of Research Services, both in person and through our online channels.

These are your main responsibilities:

• Assistance with viewing print works on paper from the National Print Room and the Library’s Special Collections.
• Developing and providing instructions on how to search for information and publications in library systems and databases.
• With your way with words and creative mind, you’ll help manage communications within the Research Services department and write newsletters and online blogs about new developments.

Working at the Rijksmuseum

You will be working in the Research Services department, which is responsible for the information and data regarding the collection and the organization. In addition, the department manages and develops one of the world’s leading academic libraries in the field of art history, the Rijksmuseum Research Library. As a Study and Reading Room Information Specialist, you will primarily be based in the Study Room—the space adjacent to the historic Cuypers Library—and you will contribute to the department’s mission: facilitating innovative and interdisciplinary scholarly research and supporting general operations.

As an Information Specialist in the Study and Reading Room, you will serve as the face of the Rijksmuseum Research Library and work as part of a dedicated team comprising colleagues from Library Administration, Collection Information and Archives, Collection IT, and Stacks Research Services.

What do you bring to the table?

We’re eager to learn more about you and the skills you’ll bring to our team. You’re customer-focused, eager to learn, and have strong communication skills in both Dutch and English. When interacting with customers, you always think two steps ahead, because you listen to identify the question behind the question. Together with the team, we keep two galleries open six days a week, which requires flexibility and a willingness to work on Saturdays every few weeks and, very occasionally, in the evenings for exclusive events. You are someone who can ensure the proper handling of fragile, unique collection pieces. You also have:

• At least a college or university level of work and thinking; preferably, you have a degree in information management or library science;
• experience in the field of coastal history, specifically with handling works on paper;
• knowledge of print and digital information sources in the fields of art and history;
• work experience in providing information services and knowledge transfer.

What do you get in return?

• A gross monthly salary of €3,187 to €4,141 based on a 36-hour workweek (Scale 9 of the Museum Collective Bargaining Agreement);
• 8% vacation pay and 3.4% year-end bonus;
• In addition to the Museum Collective Bargaining Agreement, a 20% weekend premium on Saturdays;
• a bonus in accordance with the Museum Collective Bargaining Agreement when you have to work evening shifts at events;
• a six-month contract with the possibility of extension;
• full reimbursement of public transportation costs starting at 5 km (up to a maximum of €345). The costs you incur when you park your bike in a secure bike rack at the station are also fully reimbursed;
• After your probationary period, you will receive a Museum Year Card that grants you unlimited access to 450 museums in the Netherlands. You are always welcome at the Rijksmuseum (during opening hours) with one guest;
• events such as the summer and winter festivals, the RijksRun, and more.

Interested?

Don’t wait—apply now by Wednesday, March 13, 2024. You can apply via the "Apply" button. The application process is as follows:

1. Once we receive your resume and cover letter, we’ll get to work for you.
2. Do we see a good fit? If so, we’d love to schedule an initial meeting on Tuesday, March 19.
3. Was this interview also positive? If so, we’d like to invite you to a second interview on Wednesday, March 27.
4. Are we both on board? If so, we’ll send you an offer.

Do you have any questions? Valeria Martielli (Head of the Study and Reading Room) will be happy to answer them via v.martielli@rijksmuseum.nl.

Do you have questions about the process? Fabienne Kes (Recruiter) will be happy to answer them via f.kes@rijksmuseum.nl or send a WhatsApp message to +31613892976.

Recruitment based on this job posting is not appreciated.

Please note: We will only consider applications submitted through the Rijksmuseum website. We do not accept applications via email.