About the Role
The position provides strategic direction for special collections and archives, ensuring long-term preservation, accessibility, and engagement with unique and rare materials. The individual will lead a team, manage operations, and advance initiatives related to collection development, outreach, and digital access.
Responsibilities
- Lead the development and implementation of policies for special collections and archives
- Oversee preservation and conservation efforts for rare and unique materials
- Manage acquisition strategies for archival and special collections
- Supervise professional and support staff within the department
- Ensure compliance with national and international archival standards
- Develop and maintain finding aids and descriptive metadata
- Promote access to collections for researchers, students, and the public
- Collaborate with other library units on digital initiatives
- Foster relationships with donors and community partners
- Lead outreach and instructional programs using primary sources
- Support curriculum development through integration of archival materials
- Administer budgets and allocate resources effectively
- Evaluate and improve user services and workflows
- Ensure physical and digital security of collections
- Guide disaster preparedness and recovery planning
- Advocate for the value of archives and special collections
- Participate in professional organizations and contribute to the field
- Stay current with trends in archival practice and digital preservation
- Support diversity, equity, and inclusion in collections and services
- Oversee digitization projects and online access platforms
- Coordinate exhibitions and public programming
- Ensure ethical stewardship of culturally sensitive materials
- Manage records transfers and appraisal processes
- Support research and teaching through reference and instruction
- Contribute to institutional planning and reporting
Compensation
Competitive salary based on qualifications and experience; eligible for annual performance-based increases and professional development support.
Work Arrangement
On-site position with limited flexibility for remote work; standard business hours with occasional evening or weekend commitments for events or meetings.
Team
Part of the library’s stewardship division; reports to senior library leadership; supervises professional and support staff; collaborates with curators, archivists, and digital initiatives teams.
Rank and Salary
Appointment at the rank of Associate Librarian or Principal Librarian, commensurate with experience and qualifications. Salary is competitive and includes eligibility for annual performance-based increases and professional development funding.
Application Process
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Applicants must submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and contact information for three professional references.
Background Check
Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check.
EEO Statement
The institution is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities.
Not available for this position.
