https://careers.archivists.org Latest SAA Career Center Jobs Sat, 15 May 2021 12:32:30 Z https://careers.archivists.org/jobs/rss/14776449/director https://careers.archivists.org/jobs/rss/14776449/director Little Rock, Arkansas, The National Archives and Records Administration (NARA) invites applications for the position of Director, William J. Clinton Presidential Library and Museum. This institution is part of the Presidential Library System, administered by the National Archives and Records Administration (NARA). The William J. Clinton Presidential Library and Museum is located in Little Rock, AR.   The Library Director plans, directs, and administers all programs and activities of the Library and Museum, including archival, exhibit, public and educational programs. The incumbent works closely with NARA officials to ensure Library operations are in alignment with the Agency’s strategic goals. The Director maintains close working relationships with the former President’s family and the privately funded support organization; develops cooperative relationships and partnership ventures with academic and other institutions in support of the library’s mission and goals; and conducts extensive public relations and fundraising activities in support of the library and museum.      This position is an excepted service Senior Level (SL) appointment within the Federal Government and serves at the pleasure of the Archivist of the United States. The salary range for the position is $132,552 - $183,300.  Relocation expenses may be paid.  Detailed information about NARA and the national Presidential Library System is available at  www.archives.gov .  To apply:  https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/600120300 Announcement Number:  21-NARA-4-SL Control Number:  600120300 The deadline to apply:  06/14/2021 Wed, 05 May 2021 20:47:38 -0400 https://careers.archivists.org/jobs/rss/14770457/associate-archivist https://careers.archivists.org/jobs/rss/14770457/associate-archivist Cambridge, Massachusetts, Job Summary The Peabody Museum of Archaeology and Ethnology seeks a user-centered, inclusive, innovative, and collaborative Associate Archivist.  Under the supervision of the Senior Archivist, this position is primarily responsible for providing reference services and processing collections for the extensive and diverse archival and photographic material stewarded by the Peabody Museum, which includes primary source material representing Indigenous communities from around the world. The position supervises interns, students, and LHT employees and reports to the Senior Archivist. Job-Specific Responsibilities Prepares for and hosts research visits by faculty, visiting scholars, students, members of descendant communities and other heritage stakeholders, the general public, and museum staff.  Responds to research requests in person and by email. Processes collections, including collection arrangement, re-housing, and description via TMS entries (The Museum System database), finding aids in ArchivesSpace, and MARC records for Hollis.  Supervises and provides training for students, interns, or LHT employees in processing and working with archival collections. Provides education in using and handling primary sources and orientation to the collections held by the Museum.  Plans and delivers presentations for visiting classes and groups. Recognizes cultural sensitivity considerations related to archival collections, applying understanding of SAA’s Protocols for Native American Archival Materials. Recognizes potential problems that may arise from working with unpublished and sensitive collections in areas such as copyright, privacy, confidentiality and ownership. Compiles and tracks research and use statistics, contributes information for grant proposals through research and data compilation. Contributes to the Archives department’s policy and procedures evaluation and development. Represents the Museum at regional or national meetings related to the archival and museum professions. Serves on museum working groups and committees as needed. Basic Qualifications  MLS from ALA-Accredited program or equivalent degree, with a concentration in Archives. Minimum of 2 years professional experience working in an archives. Additional Qualifications and Skills Experience providing reference services for archival collections Familiarity with museum and archival collections, including photographs and digital material, and knowledge of issues of handling, storage, and preservation of fragile archival collections. Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, accessibility, and inclusion, and to serving the needs of diverse communities. Excellent oral and written communication skills and interpersonal skills to work effectively with diverse archives researchers and collaborators. Strong research skills; knowledge of relational database software such as TMS highly preferred. Strong organizational, planning, and project management skills; collaborative and effective teamwork; proven ability to work independently, establish goals, set priorities and carry out project tasks with limited direction. Tue, 04 May 2021 14:44:56 -0400