Reference Librarian/Archivist

UVA Health•Charlottesville, VA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

UVA Library is seeking a Reference Librarian/Archivist in the Albert and Shirley Small Special Collections Library. This position is responsible for providing excellent reference service to users of the Special Collections Library relating to the Library’s collections. The Special Collections Library supports teaching and research by acquiring, preserving, and providing access to rare books, manuscripts, archives, maps, and digital materials. Its mission focuses on serving university, national, and international scholars while promoting cultural insights through exhibitions. About the University of Virginia Library: The University of Virginia Library is here to ensure that the University community has the information it needs for teaching, research, and enrichment. Regularly ranked in the top quartile of ARL libraries, UVA Library has six locations, more than 220 staffers, and more than 100 student employees. Additionally, as a major research institution, the Library regularly collaborates with professional organizations such as the Virtual Library of Virginia (VIVA), Virginia Library Association, Association of College and Research Libraries, and others. The University of Virginia Library is committed to a culture of mutual respect, civility, cooperation, mindfulness, accountability, and acceptance of individual differences. Departments and individuals are expected to work together, both in professional collaborations and in creating a culture where all can thrive.

Requirements

Master's degree in Library Science from ALA Accredited program or relevant graduate degree.
Bachelor’s + 4 Years relevant experience considered in lieu of degree.
0-4 years experience.

Nice To Haves

One year of experience working with the public in a special collections or academic research library or archival repository
Familiarity with current best practices and national standards for primary source reference
Experience using Aeon request and workflow management system for special collections or archival materials
Subject area knowledge of American history, American or British literature, bibliography, or book arts
Experience with technical management of library systems
Familiarity with ADA-compliance requirements
Awareness of emerging AI technologies in libraries & archives
Excellent writing and communication skills
Self-motivated, resourceful, reliable, and inclusive
Able to work collaboratively and independently.

Responsibilities

Working at the Special Collections reference desk: registering researchers, assisting researchers with locating and requesting materials, processing material requests, overseeing the retrieval of materials, charging and discharging materials, and providing handling protocols and reading room security
Presenting an overview on conducting special collections research and giving an orientation to the reading room
Researching, answering and managing remote reference queries
Interacting with library systems: monitoring Aeon queues and appointments, locating materials using VIRGO--the Library’s online catalog--and ArchivesSpace, and finding digitized images in Tracksys—the Library’s digital tracking system.
Following best practices for reference desk and training other staff members in these best practices
Contributing to division and Library committees and working groups