The Walter P. Reuther Library of Wayne State University seeks creative, curious, and service-oriented applicants for the full-time, two-year term position of Instruction and Outreach Archivist.

Essential Functions: 

• Prepare and lead archival instruction for the Reuther Library, including collaborating with faculty on course-aligned archival instruction and learning outcomes
• Conduct outreach to promote Reuther Library collections and services to Wayne State faculty, students, and staff as well as the Detroit community and the general public
• Conduct Reuther Library tours
• Collaborate with Library and University staff to create comprehensive instructional programs for students to promote information (including primary source) literacy
• Contribute to the development of learning and promotional materials
• Collaborate with Events and Exhibit Committee to develop programs and exhibits
• Serve as Reuther Library liaison to WSU and Detroit-area faculty and K-12 teachers
• Collect statistics and conduct assessment documenting instruction and outreach activities
• Participate in shared decision-making for Library planning, resource management, and program and policy development
• Represent the Library through active participation in professional associations and University committees
• Participate in Reading Room services
• Meet the physical demands of the position, e.g. lift heavy storage boxes (40lbs), climb stair ladders, work in a sedentary position for long durations. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Director

Minimum Qualifications:

• Master's degree from an accredited institution in library/information science, archival administration, or a related field, with graduate study in archival theory and methods and/or experience leading to demonstrated proficiency with the methods and theories of archival administration     
• Experience using archival collection management systems, such as ArchivesSpace
• One to two years of experience working with archives or special collections
• Demonstrated instructional experience
• Demonstrated knowledge of research and teaching trends, methods, and best practices in archives
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate and work effectively within and across organizational boundaries in a diverse organization and with a wide variety of users
• Commitment to fostering an equitable and inclusive workplace, and an ability to work effectively with diverse stakeholder communities
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, written, and oral communication skills
• Demonstrated initiative, ability to self-direct, and a commitment to innovation, creativity, and excellence
• Ability to meet expectations for promotion as part of the Reuther Library academic staff in the areas of job performance, professional achievement, and service

Salary range: $55,000 - $65,000

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