University of Colorado
Special & Digital Collections Archivist Librarian - 32794
Faculty
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Position Details
University of Colorado | Denver
Official Title: Special & Dig Coll Arch Lib
Working Title: Special & Digital Collections Archivist Librarian
FTE: Full time (100%)
Salary Range: $60,000 - $65,000
Position #00805118– Requisition #32794
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Job Description:
The Special & Digital Collections Archivist Librarian is responsible for increasing and maintaining discovery of the library’s special collections to support the learning, teaching, and research of Auraria campus users. This person will create finding aids using appropriate metadata schema and the library’s digital asset management system (currently Ubiquity). The person in this position reports to and works closely with the Special & Digital Collections Program Lead Librarian. With the Program Lead they will routinely assess the entire archival collection for future and ongoing needs, potential accessions, and current requirements for deaccession. This is an exciting time to join Special & Digital Collections as the unit is in the process of focusing its vision for the collections to highlight the theme of displacement in the following areas: the history of Auraria Campus and the neighborhood preceding it; the Latinx Experience; the Asian-American Experience; and Civic Reform and Activism. The person in this position would assist in growing our Displaced Aurarian Collection and would oversee the Amache Relocation Camp Collections, among others. The Special & Digital Collections unit at Auraria Library is housed within the Collection Management & Discovery Division.
Special & Digital Collections Archivist Librarian What you will do:
Archival Work - 75%
Oversee accession, appraisal, deaccession, preservation, rehousing, processing, and description of all archival materials, including manuscripts, photographs, artifacts, maps, and architectural drawings
Create inventories and collection surveys
Create finding aids and other measures to support discovery of archival materials
Apply an ethics of care to the work and processes, and work to create ethical relationships between record creators, subjects, users, and communities
Submit purchase requests for archival materials
Collaboration - 10%
Collaborate with library colleagues and/or community partners on programs, events, or initiatives involving special collections
Coordinate with members of the Special & Digital Collections Unit on instituting best practices, designing workflows, and creating documentation
Suggest digitization of materials for reasons of preservation, research needs, and/or outreach
Work with Special Collections Cataloger on creating bibliographic records
User Services - 5%
Conduct research consultations and/or participate in reference requests with community researchers, faculty, staff, and students on occasion
Respond to collection requests
Leadership and Service - 10%
· Participate in library, university, campus-wide, and/or external committees, certain teams (dependent on functional versus representational involvement), and task forces, with other leadership and service assigned and/or considered.
Compensation and Benefits
The salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established at $60,000 - $65,000.
The salary of the finalist(s) selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, experience, education, specialty and training.
The above salary range (or hiring range) represents the University’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.
This position is not eligible for overtime compensation.
Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Colorado Denver provides generous leave, health plans and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.
Benefits: https://www.cu.edu/employee-services/benefits
Total Compensation Calculator: http://www.cu.edu/node/153125
Application Deadline:
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Preference will be given to complete applications received by Apr 1, 2024, 11:59:00 PM. Those who do not apply by this date may or may not be considered.
Required Application Materials:
To apply, please visit: http://www.cu.edu/cu-careers and attach:
A cover letter which specifically addresses the job requirements and outlines qualifications
A current CV/resume
List of three references (we will notify you prior to contacting both on and off-list references)
Questions should be directed to: Kevin Lawless (kevin.lawless@ucdenver.edu)
Background Check Policy
The University of Colorado Denver strives to maintain a safe and productive educational, clinical, research and employment environment. All prospective employees and current employees must, therefore, consent to and pass background checks prior to any final appointment/employment.
Diversity and Equity
The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at workplaceengagement@ucdenver.edu.
The University of Colorado Denver is committed to recruiting, retaining, and promoting diverse faculty and staff. The university strives to promote a culture of inclusiveness, respect, communication and understanding. We encourage applications from Black, Indigenous, and people of color, women, persons with disabilities, persons within the LGBTQ+ community, and veterans. The University of Colorado is committed to diversity and equity in education and employment.
Qualifications
Qualifications you already possess (Minimum Qualifications)
Master’s degree in library science from an American Library Association (ALA) accredited program or equivalent accredited body program, or master’s degree in a related field with an Academy of Certified Archivist certification. Degree should be conferred within 3-months of hire.
1-year worth of experience working with archives in a professional position (internships and graduate assistantship positions count at a rate of .50. Although equivalent for hire, this type of work will not count toward faculty promotion at Auraria Library for this position)
Experience drafting handbooks, workflows, tutorials, or other materials illustrating best practices for archival work
Preferred Qualification to possess (Preferred Qualifications):
Experience with conscientious and inclusive description practices
Experience with digitization of archival materials
Knowledge of conservation of rare materials
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Organizational and analytical skills
Attention to detail
Project management
Ability to work well both independently and in a collaborative environment
Commitment to professional development
Willingness to participate in growing a healthy workplace culture emphasizing trust, empathy, and support
Conditions of Employment
The salary range (or hiring range) for Special & Digital Collections Program Lead Librarian has been established at 60,000 - $65,000.
The salary of the finalist(s) selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, experience, education, specialty and training.
The above salary range (or hiring range) represents the University’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.
This position is not eligible for overtime compensation.
Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Colorado provides generous leave, health plans and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.
Benefits: https://www.cu.edu/employee-services/benefits
Total Compensation Calculator: http://www.cu.edu/node/153125
As of 7/1/2023, The University of Colorado recommends employees be fully vaccinated from the COVID-19, but is not required. COVID recommendations and information can be found at: https://www.ucdenver.edu/coronavirus
Special Instructions to Applicants: Required Application Materials: To apply, please visit: http://www.cu.edu/cu-careers and attach: A cover letter which specifically addresses the job requirements and outlines qualifications A current CV/resume List of three references (we will notify you prior to contacting both on and off-list references)
Questions should be directed to: Kevin Lawless (kevin.lawless@ucdenver.edu)
Application Materials Required: Cover Letter, Resume/CV, List of References
Application Materials Instructions: Application Deadline: Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Preference will be given to complete applications received by Apr 1, 2024, 11:59:00 PM. Those who do not apply by this date may or may not be considered.
Job Category: Faculty
Primary Location: Denver
Department: U0001 -- Anschutz Med Campus or Denver - 30124 - LIB LIBRARY
Schedule: Full-time
Posting Date: Feb 28, 2024
Unposting Date: Apr 2, 2024, 1:59:00 AM
Posting Contact Name: Kevin Lawless
Posting Contact Email: kevin.lawless@ucdenver.edu
Position Number: 00805118
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