SLIS Employment Listing
Archivist
Date posted: Aug. 31, 2009
State: Tennessee
Job description:
Appointment Rank: Assistant Professor
Salary: $44,000.00 minimum
Available: January 2010
General Description
The University of Tennessee invites applications for Archivist and Assistant Professor. We are seeking a creative, outgoing professional with the potential for publication and leadership. This position is in the Special Collections Department, a service oriented team that provides access to rare and unique primary materials in support of the research community. Special Collections includes manuscripts, rare books and University Archives with particular strengths in Tennesseana, Southeastern Native American tribes, the Civil War, Tennessee Valley Authority and the Smoky Mountains. This position works closely with the Head of Special Collections in the planning and implementation of policies and procedures for the acquisition, processing, organization, and accessibility of the collection.
The Archivist directs activities of the University Archives by collecting, evaluating, arranging, describing, and preserving archival materials. S/He has responsibility for oversight of processing and preservation of archival and manuscript collections, including the creation of EAD-encoded finding aids. Innovation is encouraged in promoting the use of Archives through online finding aids, exhibits, special events, and outreach activities; and providing collection access to a global community. An exciting part of the position will be developing contacts with departments and other potential donors of collection materials. Digital Library Initiatives and the University of Tennessee’s newly developed digital repository will be partners in the selection, management, and implementation of digitization projects. Library faculty must meet University requirements for promotion and tenure, which includes research and service components.
Required Qualifications
Master’s degree from an ALA accredited program. Knowledge of current issues and trends in archival practices. Demonstrated knowledge of the principles, practices, and techniques of archival descriptive standards such as Encoded Archival Description (EAD). Familiarity with preservation practices. Understanding of digital projects and digitization standards. Evidence of strong technical and computer skills. Excellent organizational, interpersonal and communication skills. Ability to thrive in a highly collaborative environment. Commitment to providing quality service and broad access to collections.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in archives or special collections. Project management experience and demonstrated leadership skills.
Environment
The University of Tennessee is the state’s flagship institution of higher education, offering comprehensive programs of undergraduate, graduate, and professional education; research; and public service throughout the state.
The University of Tennessee Libraries, with an annual budget of more than $16 million, employs over two hundred persons, including 40 librarians. UT Libraries is a member of the Association of Research Libraries, SOLINET, and the Center for Research Libraries.
Additional information about this position and the UT community is available at http://www.lib.utk.edu/employ/faculty/archivist.html
Benefits
Excellent benefits include 24 annual leave days and 12 sick leave days; choice of state retirement plan or ORP (AIG Retirement, ING, TIAA-CREF) with nonrefundable contributions paid for the employee by the University; optional group health and life insurance plans. Tuition remission is available for all university employees; partial undergraduate tuition remission is available to dependent children and spouses of UT employees. Faculty rank and status; twelve-month, tenure-track appointment.
Application Procedures
Send cover letter addressing the above qualifications, a current resume, and the names, addresses, e-mail addresses, and telephone numbers of three recent references to: Elizabeth Greene, Library Personnel & Procurement, 1015 Volunteer Blvd., Knoxville, TN 37996-1000. Application materials may be sent via email attachment to ejgreene@utk.edu. Review of applications will begin October 5, 2009 and will continue until the position is filled. Qualified spring, summer, and fall semester 2009 graduates are encouraged to apply.
All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, or covered veteran status.
Eligibility and other terms and conditions of employment benefits at The University of Tennessee are governed by laws and regulations of the State of Tennessee, and this non-discrimination statement is intended to be consistent with those laws and regulations.
In accordance with the requirements of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, The University of Tennessee affirmatively states that it does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, or disability in its education programs and activities, and this policy extends to employment by the University.
Inquiries and charges of violation of Title VI (race, color, national origin), Title IX (sex), Section 504 (disability), ADA (disability), Age Discrimination in Employment Act (age), sexual orientation, or veteran status should be directed to the Office of Equity and Diversity (OED), 1840 Melrose Avenue, Knoxville, TN 37996-3560, telephone (865) 974-2498 (V/TTY available) or 974-2440. Requests for accommodation of a disability should be directed to the ADA Coordinator at the Office of Equity and Diversity.
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