https://careers.archivists.org Latest SAA Career Center Jobs Mon, 26 Apr 2021 09:08:37 Z https://careers.archivists.org/jobs/rss/14712535/solutions-architect-subject-matter-expert-digital-preservation https://careers.archivists.org/jobs/rss/14712535/solutions-architect-subject-matter-expert-digital-preservation Livermore, California, Library Services, Solutions Architect-Digital Preservation Iron Mountain Library Services is a new business within Iron Mountain that leverages the organization’s extensive capabilities and footprint to deliver new collection options for libraries and archives. Our team provides expert consulting to libraries helping with planning and execution of relocation projects, collections storage strategies, and digitization programs. The SME will represent the capabilities of Iron Mountain to libraries and the specific needs of libraries to our extensive Iron Mountain network. We are looking for candidates that have a broad background in libraries, archives or special collections, and are comfortable in a fast-paced and continually evolving business environment. This is an exciting, non-standard opportunity where the right person can grow their skills and their professional network. The Library Services Subject Matter Expert (SME) individual contributor role is a unique role to Iron Mountain with professional librarians and archivists in a sales solution architect function to help engage with customers and develop custom solutions. The ideal candidate will bring a deep understanding of library collection management strategy and digital access approaches. In addition, the individual hired for this position will directly influence and develop the digitization service capabilities in our newly built, FADGI compliant, archival digitization lab. The Bay area is the focus geography for providing new opportunities and solutions for at-scale digital conversion to Iron Mountain Library Services customers requiring preservation level digitization This a dynamic hands-on role encompassing both academic and corporate business functions, driving growth within a new business through sales and solution delivery. It requires looking at new ways to solve established challenges in the library and archives community. This role entails meeting and talking with many different constituencies on a daily basis and is ideally suited to those that enjoy socializing and engaging deeply for long hours. This is an ideal position for those who are comfortable with flexible and broad cross-functional thinking, innovation, and creativity. Up to 70% travel required. Work with customers to understand their needs and develop solution recommendations Engage with customers to open up new business opportunities Responsible for working closely with Iron Mountain sales professionals to drive Library Services sales to successful completion Collaborate with Iron Mountain operations and project teams to deliver solutions Use modeling tools to configure customized project and pricing models Develop proposals for delivery to customers Track sales success and pipeline for opportunities in the SME assigned region Work with cross-functional teams to respond to RFPs and government bids Sales rep follow-up and Sales Support on Library Services opportunities Develop methodologies, workflows, and best practices for preservation level digitization practices Train digital services employees in best practices in material handling and capture methodologies Drive growth and develop new approaches in the archival digitization market space Attend relevant library and archives conferences and marketing events to create and advance opportunities   REQUIREMENTS: Master’s Degree in Library Science 7+ years experience working in a library, archives or special collections. Must have experience in academic research institutions. Corporate, government, public or private library and archives experience is highly beneficial. Skills: Superior interpersonal skills to interact effectively with people at all organizational levels of the company Ability to independently analyze problems and recommend solutions Demonstrated ability to collaborate in a team based environment and to regularly share knowledge and learnings Excellent organizational skills, ability to prioritize effectively as well as the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously Deadline driven, and ability to work well under pressure Capability to handle change, including work reprioritization, strategic direction alterations, and the introduction of new approaches Strong verbal, presentation, and written communication skills A high degree of initiative and tolerance for considering new and unconventional approaches to collection management and conversion Digital Conversion and Preservation Experience: Demonstrated knowledge of digital archives and current digital preservation standards. Strong familiarity with cultural heritage digitization practice “standards” including FADGI, Metamorfoze, and ISO 19264-1. Familiarity with a range of digital file formats Understanding of preservation level repository models including the OAIS reference model Experience with metadata standards including EAD, PREMIS, METS, and general metadata structures such as XML. Ability to travel (up to 70%)?   Compliance Obligations: It is the responsibility of every Iron Mountain employee: to comply with all applicable laws, rules, regulations, and company policies to exhibit ethical behavior in accordance with our Code of Ethics and Business Conduct to complete required training within the allotted time frame   Category: Product Management Group Iron Mountain is committed to a policy of equal employment opportunity. We recruit and hire applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, disability, age, sexual orientation, veteran status, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, or any other factor prohibited by law. To view the Equal Employment Opportunity is the Law posters and the supplement, as well as the Pay Transparency Policy Statement,  CLICK HERE   Reasonable Accommodation Iron Mountain is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access the Iron Mountain Careers website as a result of your disability. We will make a determination on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis. If you need an accommodation, please email  accommodationrequest@ironmountain.com . Wed, 21 Apr 2021 13:32:54 -0400 https://careers.archivists.org/jobs/rss/14689600/director-of-university-archives-and-special-collections https://careers.archivists.org/jobs/rss/14689600/director-of-university-archives-and-special-collections Fullerton, California, University Archives and Special Collections Pollak Library’s University Archives and Special Collections (UA&SC) - http://www.library.fullerton.edu/services/special-collections.php - hold approximately 40,000 volumes and 8,000 linear feet of archival material. Key collections include the Willis E. McNelly Science Fiction Collection, Archives of Popular Culture, Chicanx Resource Center Collection materials, rare books, antiquarian maps, a dedicated Freedom Center Collection focusing on political publications often reflecting the views of radical and marginalized groups. Collections are frequently utilized in scholarly research, library instruction and University teaching via collaborative projects.   Position The Director of University Archives and Special Collections provides innovative and strategic leadership to maximize the impact of the Library’s special collections and archives. This Director will have an opportunity to use creativity and innovation in building a library for the 21st century. The Directorship is classified as a Librarian at CSUF. The successful applicant accordingly will have faculty status and will be expected to meet promotion and tenure requirements, including scholarly, service and professional activities.   Responsibilities Provide dedicated, innovative, and strategic leadership of the UA&SC in accordance with the University’s mission. As a public-facing department, serve our diverse patrons and communities with equity, dedication and a clear commitment to inclusion and anti-racism. Oversee and guide UA&SC staff, including the University Archivist and interns. Implement collection development and management policy pertaining to the Library’s UA&SC. In collaboration with campus academic Departments, teach student instruction sessions utilizing UA&SC resources. Lead outreach and advocacy to generate donations and support scholarly research across the academic and wider communities. In light of the ongoing renovation of the Library’s sixth floor, collaboratively fundraise and plan for the relocation of UA&SC’s collections. Collaboratively plan and design physical and online exhibitions showcasing the holdings of the UA&SC. Oversee the Library’s digitization studio, including assessment of collections for priority as part of the planned expansion of our dedicated program. Deliver presentations demonstrating the value of UA&SC to the Patrons of the Library, potential donors, and other stakeholders. Positive tenure and promotion decisions require taking part in scholarly and professional activities and serving on department, library, and university committees. Rank & Salary The position will be at the faculty rank of Senior Assistant Librarian or Associate Librarian. Salary range will be from $76,000-$82,000, commensurate with experience and qualifications, and is subject to budgetary authorization and any California State University System faculty contract increases. An excellent comprehensive benefits package is available that includes: health/vision/dental plans; spouse, domestic partner and dependent fee?waiver; access to campus child?care; and a defined?benefit retirement through the state system along with optional tax sheltering opportunities. For a detailed description of benefits, please visit https://hr.fullerton.edu/total-wellness/ .   Anticipated Appointment Date July 1, 2021   Application Procedure A complete online application must be submitted in order to receive consideration. To apply, please visit http://hr.fullerton.edu/careers/Faculty.php to apply for requisition #499819, and provide the following application materials: Letter of interest (relating your experience to the required qualifications) Curriculum vitae A Candidate Statement on Commitment to Inclusive Excellence describing the candidate’s commitment to working with diverse students, faculty, colleagues, and community. This statement provides the candidate’s unique perspective on their past and present contributions to and future aspirations for promoting diversity, inclusion, and social justice in their professional careers. The purpose of the inclusive excellence statement is to help departments identify candidates who have professional experience, intellectual commitments, and/or willingness to engage in activities that could help CSUF contribute to its mission in these areas.  A list of three references with relevant contact information Finalists will be required to have three letters of recommendation submitted. Please have these ready for the?referents to submit. On the References page of the online application, enter information and email?addresses for three referents who will provide a confidential letter of reference for your application. At?the appropriate time in the search process, they will receive a request via email along with information on?uploading the letter. You will be able to verify that each letter has been received by CSUF by logging?back into your applicant portal. Please direct all questions about the position to: Ann Roll at aroll@fullerton.edu or call (657) 278-8625   Application Deadline For full consideration, all application materials should be received by May 14, 2021 . Position will remain open until filled.   Additional Information Multiple positions may be hired from this recruitment based on the strength of the applicant pool. The person holding this position is considered a ‘mandated reporter’ under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment. A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate can be formally offered a position with the CSU. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect application status of applicants or continued employment of current CSU employees who apply for the position. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who self?disclose. Notice of Non-Discrimination on the Basis of Gender or Sex and Contact Information for Title IX Coordinator (http://www.fullerton.edu/titleix/about/notice.php)   Required Qualifications Master’s degree in library and/or information science from an ALA-accredited institution or equivalent institution by the time of appointment, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Significant professional experience in a special collections environment, with evidence of responsibility, innovative leadership, and successful personnel oversight. A solid understanding of and ability to implement best practices in special collections and archives. A demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion, and the ability to interact effectively and respectfully in a multicultural environment with all members of our campus community. Excellent presentation, communication, and collaborative skills.   Preferred Qualifications Experience and holistic understanding of information organization in a special collections context, including MARC, LC classification, EAD, etc. Vision for the potential of emerging technologies in an archival and special collections context. Experience with student instruction in special collections and archives. Experience in creative public programming and exhibition curation. Track record of successful grant writing, fund raising and donor stewardship. Interest in, or evidence of, pursuit of a research plan designed to support success in the tenure track process. Thu, 15 Apr 2021 16:03:37 -0400 https://careers.archivists.org/jobs/rss/14685722/assistant-director-of-library-archives https://careers.archivists.org/jobs/rss/14685722/assistant-director-of-library-archives Stanford, California, Assistant Director of Library & Archives Hoover Institution, Stanford University Job Number: 89058 Are you interested in being part of a dynamic team that is growing? The Hoover Institution at Stanford University is seeking enthusiastic and growth-focused candidates for the position of Assistant Director of Library & Archives . If you are both strategic and practical, enjoy managing people and day-to-day operations, we encourage you to apply today. Please submit a cover letter and resume along with your online application. Your one-page cover letter should briefly describe your background in academic and/or government libraries and provide examples of operational and leadership experience. A cover letter and resume are required for full consideration. About Stanford University's Hoover Institution: The Hoover Institution on War, Revolution, and Peace is a public policy research center devoted to the advanced study of economics, politics, history, and political economy—both domestic and foreign—as well as international affairs. Founded in 1919 by Herbert Hoover before he became the thirty-first president of the United States, the Institution began as a repository of historical material gathered at the end of World War I. The library and archives have grown to be among the largest private repositories of documents on twentieth-century political and economic history. Over time the Institution expanded its mission from collecting archival material to conducting advanced research on contemporary history and economics and applying this scholarship to current public policy challenges. With its eminent scholars and world-renowned library and archives, the Hoover Institution seeks to improve the human condition by advancing ideas that promote economic opportunity and prosperity while securing and safeguarding peace for America and all humanity. JOB PURPOSE: Reporting to the Director of Library & Archives, the Assistant Director will develop and maintain the core services of the library and archives; lead the creation of new services. Provide oversight and strategic direction for the administrative and operations-related functions for the library and archives' overall success. Manage staff and/or managerial staff to achieve goals and objectives. CORE DUTIES: Direct staff and provide leadership to achieve goals and vision of the library and archives and the day-to-day operations. Responsible for hiring and retaining staff, career coaching, personal development for direct reports and accountable for the performance of employees. Develop and maintain core and new services, including automated systems, of the library and archives to optimize the ability of customers to locate information and use it to meet their objectives. Collaborate with faculty and staff across the university to integrate program development, strategically expand services, knowledge, education and research. Develop, monitor, analyze, forecast and report on the annual budget in support of the strategic plan for the library and archives. Develop methods for cost recovery and revenue to support library and archives activities, including grant proposals. Implement, evaluate and maintain a strategic plan and related planning initiatives, policies and procedures responsive to the organization's mission, goals, and objectives. Collect, prepare and analyze reports and statistics; develop and monitor key metrics for performance against the goals and strategic plans of the library and archives. Develop and maintain library and archives facilities including space design and utilization, furnishings, equipment and security. Establish guidelines for information resource and collection development that reflect the goals and objectives of the Hoover Institution Library and Archives. Assure the cataloging, indexing, and metadata creation for information resources in accordance with national and international standards. Monitor copyright and intellectual property compliance and contractual commitments. ADDITIONAL CORE DUTIES*: Assist Library & Archives Director in developing funding resources through donor relations. * The job duties listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this job classification and are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary depending on department or program needs without changing the general nature and scope of the job or level of responsibility. Employees may also perform other duties as assigned. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Education & Experience: Master's Degree in Library Science or advanced degree(s) in other related fields, PhD preferred. Seven years of relevant experience in an academic and/or government library and/or archives setting including at least five years of management experience in increasingly responsible positions or a combination of education and relevant experience. Relevant experience may include: Experience with special collections Experience with digitization activities Development/fundraising experience Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Demonstrated knowledge of all aspects of library and archives operations including extensive knowledge of contemporary library and archives practices, trends and emerging technologies; knowledge of and experience with outcomes and assessment of library and archives services. Knowledge of collection development, acquisitions, cataloging, database management, library and archives instruction and information literacy, public and technical services, and reference. Ability to demonstrate a high level of diplomacy in persuading and influencing a wide variety of people at various levels to achieve results. Demonstrated successful experience developing and maintaining library and archives budgets. Effective problem solving, analytical and organizational skills. Demonstrated broad knowledge of library and archives automation systems, online resources, and instructional technologies. Ability to stimulate innovation and creativity in new service initiatives and utilize resources for the advancement of a world class library and archives program. Experience using technologies to provide and enhance library and archives services and their changing roles in higher education. Experience in use of digital knowledge management and delivery systems. Excellent verbal and written communication and presentation skills and a demonstrated ability to work well with others in a team environment. Certifications and Licenses: Willingness and ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret security clearance. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS*: Constantly sit, perform desk-based computer tasks. Frequently twist/bend/stoop/squat, grasp lightly/fine manipulation, grasp forcefully, sort/file paperwork or parts, lift/carry/push/pull objects that weigh up to 10 pounds. Occasionally stand/walk, reach/work above shoulders, writing by hand, kneel/crawl, climb (ladders, scaffolds, or other). Rarely use a telephone, operate hand controls. Must be able to push and maneuver a fully-loaded cart weighing up to 650 pounds that requires an initial push force up to 50 pounds. Ability to lift 40 pound boxes or bundles. *Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires accommodation to perform the essential functions of his or her job. WORKING CONDITIONS: May work in confined spaces and at heights 4-10 feet; be exposed to dust and mold; work extended hours, evenings and weekends. WORK STANDARDS: Interpersonal Skills: Demonstrates the ability to work well with Stanford colleagues and clients as well as with external organizations. Promote Culture of Safety: Demonstrates commitment to personal responsibility and value for safety; communicates safety concerns; uses and promotes safe behaviors based on training and lessons learned. Subject to and expected to comply with all applicable University policies and procedures, including but not limited to the personnel policies and other policies found in the University's Administrative Guide, http://adminguide.stanford.edu . Additional Information Schedule: Full-time Job Code: 1787 Employee Status: Regular Grade: M Department URL: http://www.hoover.org Requisition ID: 89058 To be considered for this position please visit our web site and apply on line at the following link: https://careersearch.stanford.edu/jobs/assistant-director-of-library-archives-12088 The Hoover Institution at Stanford University is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Copyright ©2017 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved. Posted by the FREE value-added recruitment advertising agency jeid-55104ab8a6d6594da904dacddd33cfe8 Thu, 15 Apr 2021 20:25:55 -0400 https://careers.archivists.org/jobs/rss/14512904/research-and-technical-services-managing-archivist https://careers.archivists.org/jobs/rss/14512904/research-and-technical-services-managing-archivist San Francisco, California, JOB PURPOSE: The UCSF Library is seeking enthusiastic, innovative, and growth-focused candidates to join the Archives & Special Collections (A&SC) team for a position of Research and Technical Services Managing Archivist. This is a full-time, permanent position. The Research and Technical Services Managing Archivist will lead and enhance two major service points by overseeing and providing expert guidance for collection management program that includes all aspects of appraisal, accessioning, arrangement, description, cataloging and preservation of archival material in accordance with professional best practices and standards. This position also has primary responsibility for managing discovery and research services provided by the A&SC through implementing an inclusive environment for guiding and empowering users to conduct research with UCSF collections. The Research and Technical Services Managing Archivist will participate in teaching and learning activities by providing educational, programmatic, and promotional outreach to faculty, students, staff, and community users. UCSF LIBRARY ARCHIVES AND SPECIAL COLLECTIONS UCSF Archives and Special Collections is a dynamic health sciences research center that contributes to innovative scholarship, actively engages users through educational activities, preserves past knowledge, enables collaborative research experiences to address contemporary challenges, and translates scientific research into patient care. The mission of the UCSF Archives and Special Collections is to identify, collect, organize, interpret, and maintain rare and unique materials to support research and teaching of the health sciences and medical humanities and to preserve institutional memory. Duties and Responsibilities Reporting to the Head of Archives and Special Collections, the Research and Technical Services Managing Archivist will provide leadership in setting priorities and determine appropriate approaches for processing collections and preparing them for discovery and use. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing planning, determining levels of processing, establishing timelines, evaluating outcomes, and providing quality control for archival description. The Managing Archivist has responsibility for encoding finding aids using Encoded Archival Description (EAD) for contribution to the Online Archive of California and contributing descriptive metadata to Calisphere. Working closely with the Head of the department, the Managing Archivist participates in collection acquisition, appraisal, and donor relations activities. The Managing Archivist is responsible for creating policies, procedures, and workflows in compliance with the archival description standards and implements technologies and strategies to support these activities. The Managing Archivist will design and administer service model that delivers excellent user-centered services by managing all reading room activities and reference services, including staff training and scheduling. In consultation with the Department Head, the Managing Archivist is also responsible for development and implementation of policies and procedures for reference, duplication, access, and reading room services in Archives and Special Collections in accordance with professional standards and best practices. The Managing Archivist participates in user education and other outreach activities including tours, open houses, publications, presentations, social media; assists with curating and mounting the department’s physical and digital exhibits. The successful candidate manages supplies and collection storage and contributes to grants writing and management. The Managing Archivist collaborates with librarians and staff throughout the Library and University, including Collection Management, Makers Lab, Records Management, University Development and Alumni Relations, and others on cross departmental initiatives including grant projects and outreach events. Directly supervises and evaluates the work of 1 FTE and 1-3 student assistants/interns. UC San Francisco seeks candidates whose experience, teaching, research, or community service that has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to diversity and excellence. The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status. Qualifications Required: • Applicant must have a master’s degree from an ALA-accredited institution, or a master’s degree in archival administration, or a related field with relevant experience. • Minimum of five or more years of progressively responsible experience in a special collections and archives setting with focus on reference, outreach, and processing. • Understanding of and commitment to the standards, ethics, security guidelines, and best practices in use by special collections professionals and related professional groups including ACRL’s Rare Books and Manuscripts Section and the Society of American Archivists. • Experience working with ArchivesSpace and other collection management systems. • Successful experience applying efficient processing techniques in accessioning, appraising, arranging, describing, and preserving archival collections and preparing finding aids of varying size and complexity. • Understanding of and commitment to professional standards, vocabularies, and best practices for archival processing and description, including Describing Archives: Content Standard (DACS), EAD, EAC-CPF, LCSH, AAT, RDA, and MARC. • Demonstrated ability to organize and prioritize work, with strong project management skills, and the ability to use considerable judgment and take initiative. • Effective at meeting deadlines, adjusting priorities, and working on multiple projects simultaneously. • Experience with, or ability to learn skills for the supervision and training of archival assistants/interns and staff. • Excellent written communication skills to compose archival materials descriptions. Demonstrated ability to develop written project documentation, process procedures, reports, etc. • Demonstrated ability to maintain and safeguard confidentiality of documents and information collected and reviewed. • Possess a record of professional achievement in research, scholarship, and service, with an appropriate publication and presentation history commensurate with the UCSF requirements for appointment at the academic rank of Assistant or Associate Librarian. Preferred: • Experience with or ability to learn processing of digital collections, data migration, digital curation, and mapping of metadata schema. • Experience in curating and mounting exhibits. • Strong foundation in intellectual property issues related to libraries, archives, and special collections. • Experience managing digitization projects. • Ability to analyze, learn, and implement evolving technologies. • Proven ability to cultivate an environment of diversity and inclusion. • Experience with assessment tools and methods. • Certified Archivist. • Experience with medical and/or scientific archives. For more information and to apply for the position, please go to: https://aprecruit.ucsf.edu/JPF03288 . Hiring range: Associate Librarian to Librarian. Salary Range for the Represented Librarian Series: Associate Librarian salary range is $63,038 – $99,154 and Librarian salary range is $84,507 – $136,507. Thu, 01 Apr 2021 17:50:52 -0400