The Galveston & Texas History Center at the Rosenberg Library in Galveston, Texas is seeking an archivist to join our team. See below for details.
Archivist
Galveston & Texas History Center,
Rosenberg Library, Galveston, Texas
Full time position available: December 1, 2016
Salary minimum: $40,678.00 D.O.Q. / 40 hours per week
Duties:
The Archivist is responsible for assisting patrons/researchers with reference questions, processing and cataloging manuscripts, maps, photos, and other materials, supporting digitization efforts, helping supervise and train interns and volunteers, and assisting the Special Collections Manager with public programs, exhibits, and publications. Position reports to the Special Collections Manager.
Required Education:
ALA-accredited Master’s degree in Library or Information Science and/or advanced degree in a relevant discipline with relevant archival management and special collections training.
Required Experience:
- Professional work experience in an archive, research library, or manuscript repository preferred.
- Knowledge of the reference process and ability to oversee onsite researchers and answer requests for information from internal and external sources.
- Experience with accessioning and processing manuscript materials in accordance with archival standards.
- Knowledge of current trends and practices in digital management of collection materials.
- Experience using a collections management database, such as Cuadra Star Knowledge Center for Archives.
- Knowledge of software applications (Access, Excel, etc.) that assist in developing descriptive metadata.
- Ability to perform physical tasks, including climbing a ladder and lifting up to 40 pounds.
- Evidence of strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work in a team environment.
Apply to:
Follow this link http://www.rosenberg-library.org/information/employment.html for information on how to apply.
Any questions can be directed to:
Peggy Dillard
Special Collections Manager
Rosenberg Library
2310 Sealy Street
Galveston, TX 77550
409.763.8854, ext. 117
pdillard@rosenberg-library.org