University of Arkansas at Little Rock Center for Arkansas History and Culture

Assistant Archivist
University of Arkansas at Little Rock Center for Arkansas History and Culture
Little Rock, Arkansas, United States
(on-site)

Job Type
Full-Time
Job Duration
Indefinite
Salary
$44,000.00 - $44,000.00
Min Experience
None
Min Education
Master's Degree
Required Travel
0-10%
Salary - Type
Yearly Salary
Job Function
Archival
Description

Job Duties and Responsibilities

The assistant archivist reports to the head archivist and assists with and contributes to essential duties such as arranging, describing, and digitizing archival materials. This position is governed by state and federal laws, and agency/institution policy.

Assist in arranging and describing archival collections (documents, photographs, audio-visual materials, etc.);
Create detailed finding aids to help users locate materials;
Maintain and update databases for archival materials;
Provide research support to staff, researchers, and the public by retrieving requested materials;
Staff research desk, including an occasional Saturday;
Digitize physical materials and write metadata according to institutional standards;
Monitor access to sensitive or restricted materials, ensuring compliance with privacy and security protocols;
Assist in preparing and repairing damaged items under the guidance of senior archivists;
Supervise interns, student workers, and graduate assistants on special projects in coordination with the head archivist;
Assist with accessioning and maintaining records of acquisitions;
Work with other archivists, staff, and external stakeholders on projects and initiatives.
Participate in community outreach activities;
Attend meetings and contribute to ongoing collection management strategies.
Support digital scholarship initiatives and collection accessibility;
Participate in training sessions and workshops to improve skills and knowledge related to archival work;
Perform additional duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of classification and archival requirements of historical documents and objects;
Knowledge of historical events and their causes, indicators, and effects on civilization and cultures;
Knowledge of archival inventories;
Ability to sort, organize, analyze, and search archival collection and inventories;
Ability to prepare and present oral and written information and reports;
Ability to clean, restore, and repair documents.
Constant Physical Activity

Grasping, Hearing, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Talking
Frequent Physical Activity

Balancing, Climbing, Lifting, Pulling, Pushing, Reaching, Sitting
Occasional Physical Activity

Standing, Walking

Requirements

Required Education and/or Experience

Master's degree in information and library science or related field 
Preferred Education and/or Experience

Professional experience in an academic or research library, special collections repository, or other relevant setting
Certified Archivist certificate
Required Documents to Apply

Resume
Cover letter
Pre-employment Screening Requirements

Criminal Background Check, Sex Offender Registry 
The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is committed to providing a safe campus community. We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. For certain positions, there may also be a financial (credit) background check, a Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR) check, and/or drug screening. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.
The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, marital or parental status, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, or sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity). Federal law prohibits the University from discriminating on these bases. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University's Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.
Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.
All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.
Benefits Eligible

Yes
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