https://careers.archivists.org Latest SAA Career Center Jobs Thu, 01 Jul 2021 11:41:21 Z https://careers.archivists.org/jobs/rss/15045630/director-of-library-archives https://careers.archivists.org/jobs/rss/15045630/director-of-library-archives Carmel, Indiana, The Great American Songbook Foundation in Carmel, Indiana invites applications for the position of Director of Library and Archives. GASF consists of a small museum, archives, and music library that reaches both local and national audiences through its multi-disciplinary programming including access to its extensive collections, creating public exhibitions, and offering music-based programs for various audiences. Headquartered at the Center for the Performing Arts in Carmel, Indiana, the Songbook Foundation advances the rich musical legacy of the American Songbook by curating and preserving a vast archives of items representing the creators, performers, and publishers of this musical genre and making it discoverable; operating a multimedia exhibit gallery; overseeing the Songbook Hall of Fame; offering programs for the public and research opportunities for scholars and artists; and providing educational opportunities for student musicians, including the annual Songbook Academy ® summer intensive. The Foundation is a Cultural Affiliate of the Los Angeles-based Grammy Museum ® . More information is available at TheSongbook.org. The purpose of this position is coordinate all functions of the Great American Songbook Foundation Library and Archives.   This role must embrace, lead, and demonstrate our core values of excellence, collaboration, innovation, integrity, and inclusion. Essential Functions Reasonable accommodations to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their role will be considered. Develops and implements Library and Archives policies. Represents the Library and Archives in discussions with the Board of Directors. Oversees acquisition, care, and management of the collection. Processes archival collections according to professional archival standards to facilitate discovery by researchers. Catalogs published materials for addition to the library collection. Supervises departmental interns, volunteers, and staff. Prioritizes and oversees the digitization program of the library and archives. Participates in grant writing and fundraising activities. Responds to reference requests. Assists on-site researchers. Manages daily operations of the building. Selects and communicates with vendors regarding functions within Library and Archives. Leads library and archives outreach to visiting groups. Promotes the Library and Archives through social media and written publications. Seeks collaborative opportunities with other institutions on programs such as digitization. Participates in professional and community organizations to promote the Great American Songbook Foundation. Tracks research requests, researcher visits, and other collections management data. Analyzes and coordinates the departmental budget and controls expenditures to administer the approved budget.             Competencies   Problem Solving/Analysis Project Management Communication Proficiency Technical Capacity Organization Collaboration Training Leadership Additional Eligibility Qualifications 1.Experience working with Access to Memory (AtoM), ArchivesSpace or other collection management software. 2.Knowledge of bibliographic metadata standards (e.g. RDA, MARC, LCSH). 3.Strong background in collection development, research, and writing. Tue, 29 Jun 2021 11:23:36 -0400 https://careers.archivists.org/jobs/rss/15012174/special-collections-reference-librarian-and-curator-of-the-methodist-collection https://careers.archivists.org/jobs/rss/15012174/special-collections-reference-librarian-and-curator-of-the-methodist-collection Madison, New Jersey, Drew University seeks a dynamic and talented professional to join the University Library as Special Collections Reference Librarian and Curator of the Methodist Collection. Under the general direction of the University Librarian, the successful candidate will be responsible for providing reference and research services, formal and informal instruction, public services, and collection development. In addition to curation of the Methodist Collection, one of Drew’s most significant Special Collections, the candidate will participate in general library programs of collection development, instruction, research consultation, and digital projects, and will serve as liaison with the co-located General Commission on Archives and History of The United Methodist Church (GCAH) in shared library and archival services. Key Responsibilities   Oversees Methodist Collection and related rare books, archives, and other special collections. Manages collection development for Methodist materials and oversees the cataloging of these materials. Provides reference and research services for users of Drew Methodist Collections and GCAH Library collections Serves as liaison for undergraduate and graduate-level subject fields in areas of relevant expertise, and contributes to general research and reference service within the Research & Reference department as assigned.  Provides classroom and reading room instruction in primary source scholarship, rare books and manuscripts, and archival theory and practice related to the Methodist Collection. Contributes to the library’s general instruction program to advance student information literacy and technological competencies. Supervises a small number of student workers Maintains an active program of professional development, scholarship, and service in areas of relevant expertise Candidates with relevant credentials and expertise may have opportunities to teach credit-bearing courses in the graduate and/or undergraduate programs, typically with a separate teaching contract with the relevant school or college .   Required Qualifications : ?      An MLIS or equivalent from an ALA accredited institution, or an advanced degree in a relevant field with 3-5 years of library or archive experience ?      Demonstrable familiarity with the history of the Methodist tradition in its multiple and varied forms or clear commitment to gain such familiarity ?      Proven ability to work effectively with faculty, students and library colleagues ?      Excellent communication (oral and written) skills   Preferred Qualifications   ?      Demonstrable experience with special collections and/or archives ?      Additional academic background in the Humanities, especially English, History, and/or Romance Languages ?      Familiarity with information and digital technologies relevant to special collections and archives, such as JSTOR Forum, Omeka, and related repository and digital scholarship platforms and application ?      Teaching experience in academic or library contexts ?      Experience with museum, archival, and/or library exhibits, including digital exhibits.     Mon, 21 Jun 2021 10:41:57 -0400 https://careers.archivists.org/jobs/rss/14984544/head-of-special-collections-archives-and-digital-initiatives https://careers.archivists.org/jobs/rss/14984544/head-of-special-collections-archives-and-digital-initiatives Virginia Beach, Virginia, The Head of Special Collections, Archives and Digital Initiatives position is a 12-month, full-time, professional librarian position with faculty rank that provides leadership and vision for the Special Collections and Archives Department, including planning and implementing digital initiatives. Information regarding the current collections can be found here: https://libguides.regent.edu/specialcollections. This position participates with other librarians in providing reference, instruction, and collection development, and acts as a liaison to assigned departments. The position involves possible evening and occasional weekend hours and reports to the Library Dean.  Essential functions of the position include: Direct all activities related to collecting, organizing, preserving, and providing access to Regent University documents and special collections. Oversee the development of CONTENTDm. Establish goals and objectives, policies and procedures for special collections and archives in alignment with the Library mission and strategic plan. Evaluate and acquire new collections important to the Regent mission. Provide guidance in the development, implementation, and assessment of digital scholarship services that help curate scholarship throughout its entire lifecycle from point of creation to preservation.  Work creatively with stakeholders within and outside the University, including acquiring key collections, collaborating with faculty and students on instruction and research projects, and developing partnerships for collaborative digital projects. Identify grant opportunities to support departmental goals. Develop marketing, website content, and statistical reports.  Lead a campus-wide committee on Records Management. Actively participate in library and university committees and local, regional, and national professional library organizations, and represent the Regent Library at local, regional and national library conferences.  Actively contribute to the academic library profession through various local, regional, and national presentations and publications. Assist Public Services with research and reference duties. Qualifications: ALA-accredited master’s degree in Library and/or Information Science is required Archival Training/Certification is highly desired Second master’s degree in relevant area is preferred 3-5 years of experience in special collections and archives  Knowledge and experience with archival practices, preservation principles, metadata standards, copyright issues, digital rights management, and/or digital initiatives in a higher education library setting Knowledge and experience with emerging library technologies and relevant software and open source products for archives and special collections, such as EAD and Archivist’s Toolkit Knowledge and experience with planning and implementing an institutional repository (CONTENTDm) Experience with grant writing Candidate must have: Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a collegial, team-based environment Ability to plan, manage, and oversee multiple projects, meet deadlines, and prioritize work in alignment with the strategic goals of the Library and University Excellent organizational, interpersonal and communication skills Commitment to Regent's core values of Excellence, Innovation and Integrity Regent offers a wide range of generous benefits including health, life and disability insurance; flexible spending accounts; tuition incentives; fully vested retirement plans; life and disability insurance options, time off, and more. All regular faculty and staff serving at Regent and working a minimum of 30 hours per week will receive an attractive benefits package. Tue, 15 Jun 2021 12:59:54 -0400