Temporary Processing Archivist (2-Year Appointment)

Full Time 40 hours Grade 000 Rare Bks, Spcl Collctns & Pres

GENERAL PURPOSE:

The River Campus Libraries (RCL) Department of Rare Books, Special Collections, and Preservation (RBSCP) seeks an innovative Processing Archivist responsible for preserving, accessioning, and processing archival collections. With a high degree of accountability and authority to work independently and collaboratively, this is a temporary position responsible for accessioning and processing analog and digital archival collections within the University Archives, Rochester Collections (i.e., faculty papers), and Local History Collections (i.e., Kodak Historical Collection). This role requires commitment to providing careful and ethical stewardship of collections by implementing best practices in organization, rehousing, and accurate and efficient capturing of data. There may be a possibility of promotion to Library Professional II after one year of service, as well as an extension of the position past two years, dependent on the incumbent’s performance and departmental needs.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Collections Processing

• Arrange and describe analog and digital material in University Archives and Special Collections in accordance with best practices

Discovery

• Coordinate creation of collection-level cataloging record with Metadata Services
• Create finding aids in ArchivesSpace in compliance with archival metadata standards such as DACS and EAD

Student Supervision

• Hire, train, and supervise student assistants to assist with processing tasks, including data entry and rehousing of collections

Collections Accessioning

• Accession new and backlog material in accordance with RBSCP policy
• Preservation as necessary

Professional Development

• Maintain currency with library functions, resources, practices, and procedures in the areas of archival processing and physical and digital preservation and access.
• Maintain professional collaborations with RCL colleagues and other campus constituencies.
• Contribute to the profession through active participation in conferences, associations, research, writing, etc.
• Participate in and contribute toward RCL and University committees, meetings, and events.

Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Strong problem solving and organizational skills preferred
• Familiarity with legal and ethical issues related to privacy and records restrictions preferred
• One year of experience in archival accessioning and processing; understanding archival standards and metadata standards, and archival best practices and preservation preferred
• Interest in or background in the history of higher education, STEM, or related areas preferred
• Excellent oral and written communication skills required
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work collaboratively across an inter-departmental and institutional structure preferred
• ALA accredited MLS/MLIS degree or advanced degree in a related field required
• Ability to work independently, to meet deadlines, and manage multiple projects simultaneously preferred
• Demonstrated commitment to continued professional growth and development required
• Demonstrated commitment to cultural diversity required
• Ability to move and lift up to forty pounds required
• Experience writing DACS-compliant finding aids in ArchivesSpace preferred

The University of Rochester is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving a culture of equity, diversity, and inclusion to advance the University’s mission to Learn, Discover, Heal, Create – and Make the World Ever Better. In support of our values and those of our society, the University is committed to not discriminating on the basis of age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, military/veteran status, national origin, race, religion/creed, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, or any other status protected by law. This commitment extends to the administration of our policies, admissions, employment, access, and recruitment of candidates from underrepresented populations, veterans, and persons with disabilities consistent with these values and government contractor Affirmative Action obligations.

All applicants must apply online.

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