University Archivist and Manager, Digital and Special Collections

Grambling State University•Grambling, LA

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About The Position

The University Archivist and Manager, Digital and Special Collections provides strategic oversight, management, leadership, and guidance for the Digital Library Archives and Special Collections to meet the teaching and learning needs of the University community. The role leads the development of university-wide electronic records and digital asset retention solutions, policies, and procedures, and develops a sustainable system for managing born-digital electronic records. It also supports the acquisition, processing, preservation, discovery, and access of archival and digital collections, while representing digital preservation interests across the library, university, and broader community. The position collaborates with the emerging technologies librarian to assess software and technological resources and recommend upgrades or additions that support preservation and access. It also provides reference support by conducting in-depth interviews to help patrons access archival materials.

Requirements

Master’s degree in Library Science or an equivalent degree from an ALA-accredited institution, or relevant work experience.
Archival Management Certification.
Experience using primary sources, archives, databases, and research tools such as WorldCat, ArchiveGrid, and LibGuides.
Knowledge of current digital humanities practices and issues.
Knowledge of, or interest in learning about, digital preservation of content via web platforms and educational technology.
Ability to provide excellent customer service.
Ability to work effectively both independently and collaboratively in a collegial environment.
Commitment to flexibility, collaborative teamwork, and a positive disposition.
Strong commitment to diversity, equity, respect, and inclusion.

Nice To Haves

Advanced degree in a relevant social sciences, humanities, communications, or information science field.
2–3 years of experience with digital asset management systems and archival systems and toolsets.

Responsibilities

Lead development of electronic records and digital asset management retention solutions, including associated university-wide policies and procedures.
Develop a sustainable born-digital electronic records management system.
Evaluate, implement, and maintain archival content management systems.
Stay informed about University, municipal, and state initiatives affecting electronic records and digital assets.
Participate in software and technology training to remain current in the field.
Acquire, accession, and process digital records.
Plan, schedule, implement, and document standards, policies, and best practices for digital collections, metadata and schema, workflows, and quality control.
Collaborate with the emerging technologies librarian to evaluate software, analyze technological resources, research standards, and recommend upgrades or additions that support preservation and access.
Represent and advocate for digital preservation interests across the library, university, and community.
Conduct in-depth reference interviews to help patrons access archival materials.