[SOA] Position: Head of Arts & Archives, Athens, Ohio, USA

[Janet Carleton]

This announcement has been posted to several lists; please forgive any
duplication.

 

The Ohio University Libraries invites applications and nominations for the
position of Head of Arts & Archives.  This new position plays an important
role in building upon recent achievements and the distinctive collections of
the Libraries, including a recent NHPRC basic processing grant for
University Archives and manuscripts backlogs, the acquisition and release on
ArtSTOR of the Yao Cultural Artifacts Collection, significant collaborations
with campus units on the digitization and preservation of University
Archives materials, and an upcoming Lincoln Center/NYPL exhibit featuring
the Alwin Nikolais and Murray Louis Dance Collection. We seek an innovative
candidate comfortable implementing change; eager to engage stakeholders in a
dynamic, fast-paced environment; and committed to working effectively with
students, faculty and staff from diverse backgrounds.

 

Responsibilities

The Head of Arts & Archives provides leadership and direction for a new
department consisting of the Fine Arts Library, the Mahn Center for Archives
and Special Collections and the Music/Dance Library. Specifically, the
department head promotes and advances collection prominence; fosters and
develops relationships with units on campus to further integrate art and
archival collections and services into research and the curriculum; serves
as a mentor and supervisor for professionals in the department; coordinates,
promotes and sustains collaborations between departmental units and with
other units in the libraries such as digital initiatives, technical
services, and the Center for International Collections; participates in
grant-writing, fundraising initiatives and donor relations to further the
goals of the department and libraries; establishes improvement goals for
departmental units in conjunction with the libraries' strategic initiatives;
and serves as the subject librarian for one or more areas related to the
arts. Reports to the Assistant Dean for Research and Education Services.

 

Qualifications

Required

.       A master's degree from an ALA accredited institution or a master's
degree in history (or other relevant subject) with formal coursework or
training in archival management and theory

.       At least 3 years professional work experience in an academic library

.       Demonstrated success leading, promoting teamwork, and fostering
collaborative relationships

.       Experience supervising professional librarians or archivists

.       Experience managing multiple, simultaneous projects

.       Experience with reference, instruction and collection development in
an academic library

.       Experience with archival collections

.       Effective oral and written communication skills


.       Knowledge of current and emerging trends in academic libraries and
special collections, including digital archival collections

 

Preferred

.       Experience with collections in the arts

.       Undergraduate degree in the arts

.       Experience with institutional archives

.       Experience writing and administering grants 

.       Knowledge of records management and university archives processes

 

Ohio University Libraries is a member of the Association of Research
Libraries, the Center for Research Libraries, and OhioLINK. The Frederick &
Kazuko Harris Fine Arts Library includes resources for the study of all
aspects of the visual arts, with particular strength in photography and the
history of photography and is home to the Yao Collection, a unique
collection of North Vietnamese cultural art and artifacts. The Robert E. and
Jean R. Mahn Center for Archives and Special Collections is the principle
repository for three areas - University Archives, Manuscript Collections,
and Rare Books and Special Collections. The collections of the Mahn Center
document the life, culture and development of the first higher education
institution in the Northwest Territory, nearly two centuries of the peoples
of southeastern Appalachian Ohio, and nationally significant scholars,
artists and leaders. The Music/Dance Library is a full-service branch
library located in Glidden Hall, home of the School of Music. More
information about Ohio University Libraries can be found at
http://www.library.ohiou.edu/.

 

Established in 1804, Ohio University is a comprehensive, state-assisted
institution classified by the Carnegie Foundation as a Research University
(high research activity). It is located in Athens, a scenic, culturally rich
community 75 miles southeast of Columbus, Ohio. With 20,000 students
enrolled on the Athens campus and over 8,000 students on five regional
campuses, the university offers a diverse, dynamic and collegial atmosphere
to its students, faculty and staff.

 

Salary & Benefits

Salary is commensurate with experience and education. Ohio University
employees enjoy a liberal benefits package, including 22 days annual
vacation, generous insurance, and Ohio state employee or alternative
retirement.

 

Review of applications begins July 19. However, applications will be
accepted until a suitable candidate is identified.  Position available
September 1, 2010.

 

Please apply online at
http://www.ohiouniversityjobs.com/applicants/Central?quickFind=56804. 

 

Ohio University is committed to the diversity of faculty, staff and
students. Applicants who will enrich the diversity of our campus are
especially encouraged to apply.

 

 

 

Eileen Theodore-Shusta, PHR 
Human Resources Librarian 
404 Alden Library

Ohio University Libraries 
Athens OH  45701 
theodore at ohio.edu 
740-593-2989    (FAX) 740-593-2708

 

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