Archivist and Special Collections Librarian

Posting Details
Position Information
Posting Number
F001203P
Internal Posting?
Recruitment Title
Archivist and Special Collections Librarian
Advertising Pay Range
$58,000 annually or more depending on experience
Location
Moscow
Primary Division/College
General Library
Primary Unit
General Library
Employee Category
Faculty
Classification Group Title
Library Faculty
Position Control Number
5255
Suffix
00
Contingency Code
Not Applicable
FTE
1
Contract Basis
Fiscal Year
Anticipated Contract Start Date
07/01/2024
FLSA Status
Overtime Exempt
Tenure Tracking
Tenure Track
Rank
Negotiable (must be justified)
Extension Type
Not Applicable
Administrative Appointment Type
Not applicable
Administrative Appointment End Date (if applicable)
Position Responsibilities
Position Summary
The Archivist and Special Collections Librarian, in collaboration with the department head, leads prioritization, planning, and action for preservation and access of collections donated to the repository. The position oversees that public research tools are maintained and of consistent quality, as well as the internal records used for tracking donations. The position works across campus to build relationships with teaching faculty to increase the use of archival resources in university courses. The position supports departmental efforts which includes reference, instruction, and community outreach.
This is a 12-month, fiscal year, tenure track faculty position. Faculty rank (assistant professor/ associate professor) is negotiable based on experience relative to university and library bylaws. Tenure status is not negotiable.
Assists unit head with prioritization, planning, and action for preservation and access of collections:

• Oversees collections including appraisal, accessioning, arranging, and processing of materials in many different formats (paper documents, photographs, audio-visual materials, electronic resources, etc.).
• Develops a program for addressing ongoing processing needs.
• Facilitates access to University Archives collections for students, faculty, and other patrons.
• Addresses collection preservation and security concerns as needed.
• Works with organizations and relevant campus units to transfer records with significant historical value to the library archives.
• Interacts with potential donors as directed by the Head of Special Collections and Archives.
• Travels to acquire, transport, accession, and store collections, as required.

Oversee public research tools and archival records:

• Creates intellectual access tools, such as archival finding aids, in compliance with current standards such as EAD and DACS.
• Ensures consistency of public facing finding aids as well as records maintained for internal use.
• Reviews and develops patron research tools for department website and beyond.

Builds relationships with teaching faculty, provides instruction and orientation for students:

• Reaches out routinely to campus professors and instructors to discuss relevant archival material and offer instruction in archival use.
• Teaches students and others to identify and use Special Collections and Archives collections.
• Presents instructional sessions for groups and individuals served by the libraries.

General Responsibilities:

• Works in various ad hoc capacities as assigned and needed.
• Provides reference service for on and off-campus patrons.
• Assists in exhibit preparation.
• Creates, develops, and expands digital collections.
• Promotes the use of collections on and off campus.
• Supports the objectives and requirements of the unit.

Service to the Libraries and the University:

• Serves on library and university committees, task forces and teams, especially those relevant to Special Collections and Archives.
• Serves as official U of I Libraries representative to institutional, regional, and national organizations at the request of the unit head, Associate Deans, or Dean.

Professional/scholarly activities:

• Devotes time to maintain knowledge of pertinent professional developments. Participates in regional, national, or international professional organizations as well as attends workshops, institutes, meetings, symposia, etc.
• Engages in professional development activities, such as publishing scholarly papers, other writing, presenting at symposia, lecturing, giving interviews, etc.

Unit/Department Summary
Special Collections and Archives is a department within the University of Idaho Library that specializes in the acquisition, preservation, and accessibility of archival research materials that document the history and culture of Idaho and the University of Idaho.
Contingency Description
Teaching & Advising
60%
Scholarship & Creative Activity
15%
Outreach & Extension
15%
University Service & Leadership
10%
Qualifications
Minimum Education/Degree Required
Listed degree qualification is required at time of hire.
Required Qualifications

• Master's degree from an ALA-accredited library program or the equivalent
• Experience using analytical, interpersonal, and oral and written communication methods.
• Experience working effectively, independently, and collaboratively in a collegial environment.
• Experience managing collaborative projects from beginning to end.
• Experience implementing archival best practices, or evidence of education pertaining to archival best practices.
• Experience processing archival collections and creating finding aids.
• Experience with ArchiveSpace or other archives information management system.
• Experience with the use of metadata and metadata standards.

Preferred Qualifications

• Evidence of scholarly engagement in the field of archives, library or information sciences.
• Demonstration of creativity or innovation in library services.
• Knowledge of the history of Idaho or the Pacific Northwest.
• Ability to resolve problems that arise when handling non-standard material, in collaboration with colleagues.
• Demonstrated experience preserving and providing access to multiple mediums of archival materials.
• Experience providing reference support.
• Experience with digitization of archival material.

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
Posting Information
Posting Date
01/09/2024
Closing Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
Applications received by 2/15/2024 will receive first consideration.
All applicants are asked to submit their curriculum vitae, a letter of qualification, and three references.
Applicant Resources
https://www.uidaho.edu/human-resources/careers/applicant-resources
Background Check Statement
Applicants who are selected as final possible candidates must be able to pass a criminal background check.
EEO Statement
The University of Idaho (U of I) is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to assembling a diverse, broadly trained faculty and staff. Women, minorities, people with disabilities and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. In compliance with applicable laws and in furtherance of its commitment to fostering an environment that welcomes and embraces diversity, U of I does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, genetic information or status as any protected veteran or military status in its programs or activities, including employment, admissions and educational programs.
A visa sponsorship is available for the position listed in this vacancy.
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