Manuscripts Librarian
Springfield, IL, US, 62701
Job Requisition ID: 54861
Opening Date: 04/03/2026
Closing Date: 04/17/2026
Agency: Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum
Class Title: LIBRARIAN I - 23401
Skill Option: None
Bilingual Option: None
Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary (effective 7/1/26) $5,572 monthly; Full Range $5,572 - $7,898 monthly
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time
County: Sangamon
Number of Vacancies: 1
Bargaining Unit Code: RC063 Professional Employees, Educators,Juvenile Justice School Counselors and Special Education Resources Coordinators,and Physicians AFSCME
Merit Comp Code:
This position is a union position; therefore, provisions of the relevant collective bargaining agreement/labor contract apply to the filling of this position.
All applicants who want to be considered for this position MUST apply electronically through the illinois.jobs2web.com website. State of Illinois employees should click the link near the top left to apply through the SuccessFactors employee career portal.
Applications submitted via email or any paper manner (mail, fax, hand delivery) will not be considered.
Position Overview:
The Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum (ALPLM) is seeking to fill the role of Manuscripts Librarian. Under the general direction of the Library Services Special Collections Manuscripts Unit Supervisor, this position performs a variety of professional archival tasks related to the receiving, processing, description, and accessibility of manuscript collections held by the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum (ALPLM). The position assists patrons and staff in the effective use of manuscript resources and supports the development of high‑quality descriptive tools.
The Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum offers a robust benefit package including:
- Monday-Friday schedule
- Health, life, vision, and dental insurance
- Paid Parental leave
- Pension Plan
- Deferred Compensation, and other pre-tax benefit programs
- Employees earn (12) paid sick days annually
- (10-25) paid vacation days (based on years of service)
- Employees earn (3) paid personal days (pro-rated based on start date)
- (13-14) paid state holidays annually
Work hours and schedule will be mutually agreed upon by supervisor during the onboarding process.
Why Work for Illinois?
Working with the State of Illinois is a testament to the values of compassion, equity, and dedication that define our state. Whether you’re helping to improve schools, protect our natural resources, or support families in need, you’re part of something bigger—something that touches the lives of every person who calls Illinois home.
No matter what state career you’re looking for, we offer jobs that fit your life and your schedule—flexible jobs that provide the gold standard of benefits. Our employees can take advantage of various avenues to advance their careers and realize their dreams. Our top-tier benefits and great retirement packages can help you build a rewarding career and lasting future with the State of Illinois.
Essential Functions
- Under general direction of the Library Services Special Collections Manuscripts Unit Supervisor, performs a variety of professional tasks in the receiving and processing of manuscript collections received by the ALPLM.
- Assists patrons and staff in utilizing manuscript collections; explains resources/facilities available upon request.
- Prepares (writes) descriptive narratives of collections, including standard bibliographic data, historical sketch, general description of material, detailed container list, and analysis/evaluation of the historical significance and research possibilities of the collection; updates online finding aids.
- Explains library resources to authors, scholars, professional staff and other patrons.
- Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.
Minimum Qualifications
- Requires knowledge, skill and mental development equivalent to the completion of a master's degree from an accredited college or university in library science, history, information science, English, criminal justice, psychology, education, or a related field of study.
Preferred Qualifications
- Prefers two (2) years’ experience with creating online finding aids such as Aeon or Archives Space.
- Prefers two (2) years demonstrated experience with archival theory and practice and relevant legal and ethical regulations and best practices that govern the arrangement, description and use of archival materials, including Encoded Archival Description (EAD), Describing
- Prefers two (2) years’ experience digitizing and scanning historical collections.
- Prefers two (2) years’ experience with maintaining special collections.
- Prefers two (2) years’ experience working with historical researchers.
Conditions of Employment
- Requires completion of a background check and self-disclosure of criminal history.
- This position is considered medium work as defined by the U.S. Department of Labor (20 CFR 404.1567(c)). Medium work involves lifting no more than 50 pounds at a time with frequent lifting or carrying of objects weighing up to 25 pounds.
- The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.
About the Agency
The ALPLM is passionate in or mission to inspire civic engagement through the diverse lens of Illinois history and sharing with the world the life and legacy of Abraham Lincoln. As caretakers of a one-of-a-kind collection of artifacts, we consider our work to learn, teach and share history a great honor. The people of the ALPLM strive to employ innovate approaches to create a positive impact for the future, as it can be inspired by the past. As preservationists of Illinois' diverse history, we strive to build, maintain, and make accessible a growing record of history for today's inquisitive explorers as well as those who shall, in the future, rely on our efforts. Our learning-centered agency insists on the values of honesty and integrity, intentional leadership, equitable collaboration and transparent accountability. The ALPLM boasts pristine facilities, a creative environment, and a professional staff with a variety of backgrounds and talents.
Work Hours: Monday - Friday 8:30am-5:00pm
Headquarter Location: 112 N 6th St, Springfield, Illinois, 62701
Work County: Sangamon
Email: Patricia.Young4@illinois.gov
Phone #: 217-785-7940
Posting Group: Arts, Design & Cultural
This position [DOES NOT] contain “Specialized Skills” (as that term is used in CBAs).
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
Use the “Apply” button at the top right or bottom right of this posting to begin the application process.
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If you have questions about how to apply, please see the following resources:
State employees: Log in to the career portal for State employees and review the Internal Candidate Application Job Aid
Non-State employees: on Illinois.jobs2web.com – click “Application Procedures” in the footer of every page of the website.
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Nearest Major Market: Springfield