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University Archivist
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Position Number: 1260000
Location: University Park, PA
Position Type: Libraries

University Archivist

The Pennsylvania State University Libraries seeks applications and nominations for a University Archivist who shares our excitement for community-engaged collection building and who is an enthusiastic promoter of primary source materials. In order to ensure a more complete record of the Penn State experience, the University Archivist will lead the effort to document the diverse voices and experiences of students past and present and be committed to working with groups who are underrepresented in the University's archive. The University Archivist will work with material across a range of formats and be eager to collaborate with specialists within the Special Collections Library and throughout the Libraries to ensure that, among other formats, email, websites, and other types of digital records are preserved and made accessible. The University Archivist will coordinate with university offices across the commonwealth to adhere to administrative policy AD35 University Archives and Records Management for transfer of essential and designated archival records to University Archives. The University Libraries values diversity of thought, perspective, experience and people, and is actively committed to a culture of inclusion and respect. We encourage candidates to apply who thrive in a welcoming multicultural environment. More information on Penn State's commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusive Excellence, can be found by visiting http://equity.psu.edu/psu-diversity-statement. For additional information about the Libraries' diversity efforts, please visit https://libraries.psu.edu/about/diversity. Responsibilities: Acquire and maintain university records in accordance with university, state, and federal laws, regulations, and policies; actively work to document the diverse voices and experiences of the Penn State University community, including working with donors in conjunction with the head of special collections and libraries administration; promote student engagement with special collections and enrich the link between collections and instruction efforts and act as advocate and representative of the University Archives to the University community past and present, as well as to external organizations and individuals in conjunction with the Instruction and Outreach Archivist; collaborate with the Head of Collection Management on the arrangement and description of records and papers, including prioritizing collections for processing and strategizing how to improve discoverability of material; collaborate with the Archivist for Digital Content and Strategy to ensure appropriate stewardship of born-digital university records; collaborate with the Records Manager on policy and transfers from records to university archives; deliver research consultations with regular hours at the reference desk and work alongside colleagues in assisting students, faculty, alumni, and other researchers with the discovery of resources appropriate for their research needs. Qualifications: Requires a Masters of Library Science degree from an ALA-accredited institution, or advanced degree in a relevant discipline with applicable experience; substantial experience in an archival or special collections environment working directly with collections; strong dedication to outreach and student engagement; experience with instruction or outreach to students, faculty, and community groups; demonstrated knowledge of the legal and regulatory issues involved in institutional archives; demonstrated experience with, or interest in, diversity and inclusion in the context of special collections; record of scholarship and professional accomplishments; and a strong commitment to diversity, equity, respect and inclusion. Preferred Qualifications: Experience working with university archives; knowledge of best practices for working with born-digital records; and experience in community and/or donor relations. Environment: The Penn State University Libraries are a strategic asset to Penn State, advancing intellectual discovery, information literacy, and lifelong learning, all in support of the University's strategic goals in teaching, research, service, and outreach. The University Libraries is ranked among the top 10 research libraries in North America, according to the Association for Research Libraries investment rankings, and provides services at University Park and 22 other campus locations throughout Pennsylvania as well as online. We serve more than 6,400 faculty and 46,800 students at University Park, and approximately 97,500 students university-wide. More than 120 faculty librarians in the University Libraries benefit from extensive technological resources and research support services. Penn State, a land-grant institution, is a member of the Big Ten Academic Alliance and the Association of American Universities. The University Libraries is a member of the Association of Research Libraries, the Association of College and Research Libraries, and the international Center for Research Libraries.
The University Park campus is set in the State College metropolitan area, a university town located in central Pennsylvania. State College offers a vibrant community with outstanding recreational facilities, a low crime rate, and excellent public schools. The campus is within a half-day`s drive to Washington D.C., Baltimore, Philadelphia, New York City, or Pittsburgh. The University Park Airport is served by three major carriers with flights to Washington D.C., Philadelphia, Chicago and Detroit. For more information, please visit http://www.libraries.psu.edu and http://www.cbicc.org. Compensation and Benefits: Rank and salary are dependent upon qualifications and experience. Fringe benefits include liberal vacation, excellent insurance and health care coverage, state or TIAA retirement options, and educational privileges. In addition, faculty in the University Libraries are afforded funds for professional development travel annually. Faculty may be asked to travel as official representatives of the Libraries to certain events and those trips are reimbursed at full cost within limits established by the University. Application Instructions: Applications and all supporting materials must be submitted online. To be considered for the position, interested candidates should upload a letter of application, resume or C.V., and the names and contact information of three professional references (including email addresses). Review of applications will begin August 27, 2018 and continue until position is filled. Nominations and/or questions may be addressed to Lindsey Harter, Faculty Search Coordinator, at lap225@psu.edu.

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