THE UNIVERSITY OF TENNESSEE LIBRARIES
FACULTY VACANCY
Position: Manuscripts Archivist/Librarian for Special Collections
Appointment Rank: Assistant Professor
Salary: $48,000
Available: January 1, 2015
General Description
The University of Tennessee Libraries invites applications for Manuscripts Archivist for Special Collections. We are seeking a creative, outgoing professional with the potential for publication and leadership. This position is in the Special Collections department, a service-oriented team that provides access to rare and unique primary materials in support of the research community. Special Collections includes 7,000 linear feet of manuscripts, 60,000 rare books, the Modern Political Archives, and the University Archives with particular strengths in Tennesseana, Southeastern Native American tribes, the Civil War, and the Great Smoky Mountains. (http://www.lib.utk.edu/special/) This position works closely with the Head of Special Collections and the University Archivist to acquire, process, organize, digitize and provide access to the collection.
The Manuscripts Archivist is responsible for acquiring, developing, evaluating, arranging, describing, and preserving manuscript materials. S/He has responsibility for oversight of processing and preservation of archival and manuscript collections, including the creation of EAD-encoded finding aids. This position works closely with faculty and staff in Special Collections, Digital Library Initiatives, Cataloging and Learning Research and Engagement to explore innovative models of access, improve digital platforms, manage complex workflows, develop policy, implement digitization projects, and advise on cataloging and metadata issues. The Manuscripts Archivist promotes the use of Special Collections materials through developing online research tools and teaching collections, creating exhibits, planning programming and outreach activities, providing instruction to classes, and engaging with Humanities faculty. He/she coordinates Rights and Reproductions services for Special Collections with an awareness of copyright issues and Scholarly Communication trends. He/she works with the Department Head and Assessment Librarian to monitor and assess use statistics of department's digital resources. Library faculty must meet University requirements for promotion and tenure, which includes research and service components.
The UT Knoxville campus seeks candidates who have the ability to contribute in meaningful ways to the diversity and intercultural goals of the University.
Required Qualifications
Master's degree from an ALA accredited program. Knowledge of current issues and trends in archival practices. Demonstrated knowledge of the principles, practices, and techniques of manuscript processing and archival descriptive standards such as Encoded Archival Description (EAD). Working knowledge of some metadata and data structure standards such as MODS, METS, and XML/XSL. Evidence of strong technical and computer skills. Excellent organizational, interpersonal and communication skills. Ability to thrive in a highly collaborative environment. Commitment to providing quality service and broad access to collections.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in archives or special collections. Knowledge of DACS, Dublin Core, LCSH, MARC21, AACR2, DCRM, ArchivesSpace, and Archivist's Toolkit. Experience with preservation practices. Experience working with born digital or electronic records. Experience curating digital collections. Project management experience and demonstrated leadership skills. Experience providing reference assistance. Experience engaging in outreach activities such as instruction, programming, or donor relations. Knowledge of current issues in Scholarly Communication. Ability to lift 40 pounds.
ENVIRONMENT
The University of Tennessee Libraries serves the flagship campus of the state university system. The UT Libraries supports the teaching, research, and service mission of the university and enhances the academic experience of each student at the Knoxville campus — through outstanding print and electronic collections, reference and instructional services, and top-notch facilities and technological resources.
The UT Libraries serves as an intellectual, cultural, and social center for the university and community. We are a national leader in the creation of regionally significant digital collections; in support of open access though our digital repository Trace; and through a rich history of designing innovative spaces and building key partnerships that enhance the teaching/learning enterprise. The University of Tennessee Libraries is a member of the Association of Research Libraries, the Association of Southeastern Research Libraries, the Digital Library Federation, Lyrasis, and the Center for Research Libraries. The UT Libraries collaborates actively at the state level with the other UT System Libraries as well as the libraries in the Tennessee Board of Regents system.
The University of Tennessee is committed to creating a welcoming environment. More information about how we continually strive to put our principles of civility and community into action here in Knoxville is available at http://www.utk.edu/diversity/.
Additional information about this position and the UT community is available at http://www.lib.utk.edu/employment/manuscripts-archivist
BENEFITS
Excellent benefits include 24 annual leave days; choice of state retirement plan or ORP (AIG Retirement, ING, TIAA-CREF) with nonrefundable contributions paid for the employee by the University; optional group health and life insurance plans. Tuition remission is available for all university employees and partial undergraduate tuition remission is available to dependent children and spouses of UT employees. Faculty rank and status; twelve-month, tenure-track appointment.
APPLICATION PROCEDURES
A background check and official transcripts are required prior to hiring. Send cover letter addressing the above qualifications, a current resume, and the names, addresses, e-mail addresses, and telephone numbers of three recent references to: Elizabeth Greene, Manager, Library Dean's Office and Human Resources, 1015 Volunteer Blvd., Knoxville, TN 37996-1000. Application materials may be sent via email attachment to ejgreene@utk.edu. Review of applications will begin November 21, 2014, and will continue until the position is filled.
All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment and admissions without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, or covered veteran status.
Eligibility and other terms and conditions of employment benefits at The University of Tennessee are governed by laws and regulations of the State of Tennessee, and this non-discrimination statement is intended to be consistent with those laws and regulations.
In accordance with the requirements of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, The University of Tennessee affirmatively states that it does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, or disability in its education programs and activities, and this policy extends to employment by the University.
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