Archival Supervisor

Arlington County VA • Arlington, VA

10h • Onsite

About The Position

Arlington County's Public Library is seeking an innovative and experienced Archival Supervisor to manage the Charlie Clark Center for Local History (CCCLH.) The CCCLH collects, preserves, and shares resources that illustrate Arlington County's history, diversity, and communities. We invite candidates who have proven leadership skills, are strategic thinkers and problem solvers, have strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills, and are dedicated to creating a welcoming and inclusive space for culture and connection.

Requirements

• Master's Degree in Library Science from an ALA accredited college or university, or a Master's Degree in History, Anthropology, Museum Studies or related discipline with formal training in archival theory and practice
• Significant experience in a library, museum, or similar setting performing archival or special collections work
• Knowledge of MARC metadata standards and archival standards such as DACS, EAD, etc.
• An ability to manage multiple tasks, focus on Library system-wide and County priorities, work successfully within a team, and communicate effectively
• An awareness of current trends in libraries, archives, and technology, and a proven track record of innovation
• Experience as a change agent with a strong background in internal workgroup dynamics and performance management
• An ability to make sustainability-conscious workplace decisions

Nice To Haves

• Experience coordinating exhibits, events, and/or outreach
• Leading change efforts, leading a team to achieve strategic initiatives, and leveraging technology
• Developing or re-imagining services for a culturally diverse customer population
• Working cross departmentally or inter-agency to implement a major initiative, project or service
• Direct supervision and evaluation of staff performance
• Bilingual English/Spanish

Responsibilities

• Directing the unit’s strategy and implementation of services, programs, events, outreach, and collaborative external partnerships
• Providing mentorship, leadership, and management to professional staff, including development, training, and performance evaluations
• Leading archival collection development through acquisition, processing, and preservation of physical and digital materials
• Developing and implementing unit policies, procedures and tools to improve processing, discovery, and access to content
• Developing and maintaining community contacts, including internal and external partners, and donors/potential donors
• Collecting data, preparing reports, and managing a budget for unit needs
• Providing in-depth research, reference and other services to patrons
• Coordinating and/or participating in Library and County committees or workgroups to further the Library's mission
• Participating in training to maintain level of professional knowledge

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees