[SOA] [Ohiolink] temporary archivist position at the University of Dayton (fwd)

[Janet Carleton]

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Date: Monday, April 28, 2008 2:21 PM -0400
From: Fred.Jenkins at notes.udayton.edu
To: ohiolink at ohiolink.edu
Subject: [Ohiolink] temporary archivist position at the University of Dayton


We have six-month temporary opening for an archivist .  Details below.

Fred W. Jenkins, Ph.D.
Associate Dean for Collections & Operations
  & Professor
University of Dayton Libraries

106A  Roesch Library                        (937) 229-4272
300 College Park                               (937) 229-4590 (fax)
Dayton, OH 45469-1360


                                               UNIVERSITY OF DAYTON
LIBRARIES

Temporary University Archivist (Lecturer) —6 months (July-December
2008) with the possibility of extension.

The University of Dayton's Roesch Library seeks a temporary University
Archivist
as a leave replacement. The University of Dayton was founded in 1850 by the
Society of Mary (the Marianists, a Roman Catholic teaching order. It is
among
the nation's largest Catholic institutions of higher learning, the
largest
independent university in Ohio, and a Carnegie classified doctoral
intensive
university. It serves more than 10,000 students including more than 6,600
undergraduates, 96% of whom live in university-owned housing. The
University of
Dayton is committed to the Marianist tradition of educating the whole
person and
to linking learning and scholarship with leadership and service. Enhancing
and
strengthening diversity and inclusion is a strategic priority for the
University.

Responsibilities as University Archivist:
Develops and continually improves familiarity with the university's
history and
with its current organization and operation. Administers the university
archives
and some special collections; is responsible for the acquisition,
arrangement,
description, reference and access, security and preservation of these
materials.

Consults with university offices and organizations on the disposition of
their
records; collects, as well, the papers and publications of faculty, alumni,
and
student organizations.

Directs two major digital initiatives, including the supervision of one
graduate
intern. The first is to reformat and describe archival photographs for the.
UD
Libraries digital library using CONTENTdm. The second is to manage and
expand
the UD Archives institutional repository located on the OhioLINK DRC which
runs
on a dSpace platform.

Supervises the creation of inventories, finding aids, or other appropriate
cataloging and indexing for archival and special collection materials
(electronic records, multi-media: files and records, publications,
photographs,
slides, microforms, recordings, audiotapes, videotapes, motion picture
films,
architectural drawings, realia or memorabilia).

Oversees the preservation and conservation of the materials in the Archives
and
Special collections (checks, cleans, mends, sends to the in-house
preservation
unit, duplicates, or reformats, as necessary).

Ensures the security of the resources in the University Archives and
Special
Collections by implementing the policies and rules for access, use, loan,
and
reproduction of these materials.

Answers questions for university offices from the records in the archives;
performs reference service for administrators, faculty, staff, students,
alumni,
scholars, and the general public (walk-in patrons, appointment visits,
telephone
and correspondence queries); assists researchers in handling archival
materials;
performs research and prepares replies queries received by mail or email.
Communicates university history and promotes use of the University Archives
and
service; preparing subject guides, indexes, other research aids;
publicizing
existing holdings and records (e.g., reporting to guides and journals);
mounting or assisting in the mounting occasional displays or exhibits
(e.g., special class reunions); helping with the preparation of articles or
videotapes about the university (e.g., anniversaries,
dedications); and makes occasional public presentations. Represents the
University Archives on a variety of university and library committees.

Required Qualifications:
Appropriate degree advanced degree, such as an MA. in history or an M.L.S.
from
an ALA accredited program, with an emphasis on archival management.
Good oral and written communication skills.
Ability to establish and maintain effective work
relationships with a wide variety of people.
Ability to organize and carry out plans with minimal
supervision.
Knowledge of and experience with Microsoft Access, Word and Excel.
Knowledge of and experience with electronic records programs and archival
standards. Such as: CONTENTdm, dSpace, PDF-A, Dublin Core, DACS, EAD and
XML.
Must be able to lift at least 40 pounds.

Preferred Qualifications:
Experience working in an academic archives.
Training in or familiarity with preservation/conservation
practices and treatment procedures.

Finalists for the position will be required to make a 15-20 minute oral
presentation. The position is a full-time (35 hours), six-month non
tenure-track
appointment, at the Lecturer level, with the possibility of extension.
Excellent
benefits. Salary commensurate with education and experience. This position
reports to the Associate Dean for Collections and Operations.

To apply electronically submit a letter of application, current vita, and
contact information for three professional references to:
librarianjob at notes.udayton.edu. Applications received by May 9, 2008 will
be
given first consideration.

The University of Dayton, a comprehensive Catholic university founded by
the
Society of Mary (Marianists) in 1850, is an equal opportunity/affirmative
action
employer. Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and veterans are
strongly encouraged to apply. The University of Dayton is firmly committed
to
the principle of diversity


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