Society of Southwest Archivists

Archivist, Ouachita Baptist University (Arkansas)

  • 07 Jun 2018 10:34 AM
    Message # 6293212

    Ouachita Baptist University (www.obu.edu) seeks an experienced archivist to manage collection acquisition, processing, preservation, and research services in the Library’s Special Collections Department (https://obu.edu/archives/), which houses historical records of the University, the Clark County Historical Association, and the Arkansas Baptist State Convention, including major senatorial, congressional, and gubernatorial collections as well as regional manuscript materials, oral histories, and photographs. Other duties include presentations, participation in professional associations, administration of local historical association’s publications program, coordinating and teaching in Public History program, authoring web page content, supervising student workers and staff, and developing displays and exhibits.


    Salary and faculty rank for this tenure-track position commensurate with experience and education; generous benefits include TIAA/CREF.


    The successful candidate will possess appropriate graduate degree(s) in library/information science, public history, history, or related field; ability to work independently and collaboratively; good communications, interpersonal, and organizational skills; and commitment to the University’s Christian mission (https://obu.edu/about/vision-mission-and-values/). The ideal candidate will have at least five years’ experience in archival administration; knowledge of Arkansas history is an advantage.


    OBU embraces equal opportunity and seeks to develop a diverse faculty.  Nestled in the scenic Ouachita Mountain foothills, OBU is adjacent to Lake DeGray and the Ouachita River yet only 30 miles from Hot Springs National Park and an hour from Little Rock.


    Send application letter addressing qualifications and interest, names and telephone numbers of three references, and vita to Ray Granade, Ph.D., Director of Library Services, Ouachita Baptist University, Arkadelphia, AR 71998 (granade@obu.edu). Consideration begins June 25 and continues until position is filled.

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