Visiting Librarian Asst. Professor

University of Miami•Coral Gables, FL

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About The Position

Reporting to the Head of the Architecture Research Center (ARC), the Visiting Librarian for Architecture Archives and Reading Room Services is responsible for the coordination and implementation of archival processing of current and new collections, as well as the coordination of digital collection building initiatives. The Librarian is also responsible for outreach and management of reading room resources and services, including access and discovery of Special Collections and archival collections. This position will work closely with the Head of Manuscripts and Archives Management and will serve as the Architecture Research Center’s liaison to the departments of Digital Initiatives, Technical Services, and Preservation Strategies. The Archivist will work with the Head of the ARC to develop programming for outreach to faculty and students within the University community and external partners and constituencies that will enhance access and discoverability to the current holdings. This position will also be responsible for the continued development and enhancement of existing analog collections such as the Archive of the New Urbanism and other areas and topics related to urban planning and the built environment.

Requirements

Master’s degree from an ALA accredited program or foreign equivalent, or Ph.D. with required library experience.
Knowledge of new and emerging standards and technologies relevant to the bibliographic control of archival and manuscript collections including born-digital design records.
Advanced subject knowledge of architecture, urban planning, urban design, and history.
Experience providing reference or research assistance in an academic library.
Knowledge of collection development, archival processing, database management, technical and research services, and public outreach including but not limited to exhibitions, websites, events, and publications.
Aptitude for complex, analytical work with attention to detail, demonstrated problem-solving skills, and flexibility.
Demonstrated strength in written, verbal, analytical, and interpersonal skills.
Demonstrates a high degree of creativity and flexibility to work effectively in a team environment.

Responsibilities

Coordinates the processing of collections, including assigning projects to staff, students, and interns as appropriate.
Oversees Archives and Special Collections reading room and reading room staff (1 student).
Develops relationships with faculty to help assess their instructional and research needs as pertinent to archival collections.
Offers archival and primary source based bibliographic instruction to the School of Architecture and other schools and departments.
Participates in Library and University-wide groups who deal with issues pertaining to manuscripts and archives, including digital initiative groups.
Provides reference and research services for archival collections in Architecture Research Center.
Creates descriptive metadata for architecture archives following accepted practices and standards and works with catalogers and archivists in the library to implement sound Encoded Archival Description (EAD), MARC 21, and DACS ( Describing Archives: A Content Standard ) guidelines.
Develops content for the Department’s web pages regarding archival materials, including collection finding aids, descriptions of new collections, bibliographies, and donor-related information.
Communicates effectively, works collaboratively, and maintains helpful and supportive customer service.
Offers informational presentations to University and other individuals and groups as requested.
Contributes to the development and management of special projects as requested.
Participates in the advancement of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion.
Actively participates in archival, library, and historical professional organization, conferences, workshops and presentations.
Serves on/participates in library and university organizations, committees, task forces, and teams as appropriate.
Participates actively in campus life, faculty liaison and outreach efforts.