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Job Description

The University of Northern Colorado seeks applicants for the position of Head of Archival Services, Assistant Professor of University Libraries, position number F99985. This is a tenure-track faculty position that reports to the Associate Dean. The Head of Archival Services provides innovative leadership for archival services which includes University Archives and the James A. Michener Special Collection. The person in this position: manages the Archival Services Department and supervises one full-time librarian and 1.9 FTE staff; is responsible for reference service, collection development, organization, maintenance and preservation of the collections which include archives and manuscripts in paper and electronic formats as well as book collections; develops print and electronic indices, guides, and finding aids; is responsible for outreach through publications, presentations, and library exhibits; collaborates on the development of Digital UNC, the university’s digital repository; prepares grants in support of department initiatives; answers questions and serves as a resource on copyright issues related to archival materials; and contributes to reference service at the main library reference desk or to library instruction. The person in this position: must be knowledgeable in professional archival standards, principles, concepts, and practices; must have good knowledge of the applications of technology to archives management; must have strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work cooperatively with library personnel, university constituencies, and the broader community. REQUIRED: Earned Master’s degree from an ALA-accredited library program; three years of experience in archives appropriate to the position; supervisory experience. PREFERRED: Formal archival training or certification as an archivist; experience with applications of technology to archives management; experience managing digital collections; experience with digital repositories; experience in grant-writing; experience with copyright issues related to archival materials; experience providing reference service and/or instruction. Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience. The starting date is negotiable.

HR Info

Screening of applications will begin on November 1. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Applicants must complete an online application form and attach a letter of application, highlighting suitability for the position, and a curriculum vitae, including a list of three references with the names, mail and email addresses, and telephone numbers. Apply online at: https://careers.unco.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=50589