Assistant Archivist
Job Description
Position Number:
128516Title:
Faculty AssistantFunctional Title:
Assistant ArchivistCategory Status:
15-Fac.Non-Tenured,Continuing ConApplicant Search Category:
FacultyUniversity Authorized FTE:
1.0Unit:
ARHU-David C. Driskell CenterCampus/College Information:
Founded in 1856, University of Maryland, College Park is the state’s flagship institution. Our 1,250-acre College Park campus is just minutes away from Washington, D.C., and the nexus of the nation’s legislative, executive, and judicial centers of power. This unique proximity to business and technology leaders, federal departments and agencies, and a myriad of research entities, embassies, think tanks, cultural centers, and non-profit organizations is simply unparalleled. Synergistic opportunities for our faculty and students abound and are virtually limitless in the nation’s capital and surrounding areas. The University is committed to attracting and retaining outstanding and diverse faculty and staff that will enhance our stature of preeminence in our three missions of teaching, scholarship, and full engagement in our community, the state of Maryland, and in the world.
Background Checks
Offers of employment are contingent on completion of a background check. Information reported by the background check will not automatically disqualify you from employment.
Position Summary/Purpose of Position:
Reporting to the Senior Archivist, the Assistant Archivist is primarily responsible for surveying, transferring, inventorying, accessioning, developing an arrangement proposal, and creating access for newly acquired collections at The David C. Driskell Center, including the papers of art administrator Dr. Terrie S. Rouse-Rosario and the Weusi Art Collective. The Assistant Archivist also oversees other archival processing tasks for select collections currently being processed or incoming (including the Alonzo Davis Collection, Michael D. Harris Collection, Robin Holder Collection, and a recent acquisition from the artist Dewey Crumpler) with support from the Senior Archivist. The Assistant Archivist helps to train and supervises a small group of undergraduate and graduate students who assist with processing tasks (inventorying, rehousing of materials, and creating folders). They also assist the Senior Archivist in creating access to collections, including creating or editing finding aids; cataloging collections in The Driskell Center’s content management system (CMS); and handling onsite and remote reference requests, especially those related to the Rouse-Rosario Collection. The Assistant Archivist also helps develop marketing materials for The Driskell Center Archives (press releases, social media posts). This is a one-year contract position with a possibility for renewal up to three years.
Benefits Summary
Top Benefits and Perks:Minimum Qualifications:
Education:
- A bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in a related field.
Experience:
- At least one year of processing archival experience in an academic institution, university archive, and/or museum library.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Demonstrated experience writing grants or participating in the administration of existing grants.
- Knowledge of best practices and current trends related to archives references and outreach.
- Knowledge of archival content management systems and technologies. Experience with ArchivesSpace strongly preferred.
- Strong organizational and project management skills with the ability to set and modify work priorities independently.
- Excellent oral and written communication, including public speaking and scholarly communications.
Preferences:
Preferences:
- ALA accredited Master’s degree in Library Science or equivalent graduate degree in archive administration from an accredited college/university.
- Experience with artist archives.
- Knowledge of African-American art history.
Additional Information:
Salary: $50K-56K commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Candidates must be able to provide proof of eligibility to work in the USA. No visa sponsorship is offered for this position.
The University also offers a comprehensive benefits package, including 22 Days Annual Leave; 15 Days Sick Leave; 3 Days Personal Leave; 15 Paid Holidays; Tuition Remission; Health, Dental, Vision and Prescription coverage.
This is an in-person position. Telework may be available up to two (2) days per week, subject to approval.
People that identify with historically marginalized groups based on gender, race, ethnicity, and nationality are especially encouraged to apply.
Candidates must be able to provide proof of eligibility to work in the USA. No visa sponsorship is offered for this position.
The University also offers a comprehensive benefits package, including 22 Days Annual Leave; 15 Days Sick Leave; 3 Days Personal Leave; 15 Paid Holidays; Tuition Remission; Health, Dental, Vision and Prescription coverage.
This is an in-person position. Telework may be available up to two (2) days per week, subject to approval.
People that identify with historically marginalized groups based on gender, race, ethnicity, and nationality are especially encouraged to apply.
Posting Date:
06/26/2024Open Until Filled
YesBest Consideration Date
07/19/2024Physical Demands
- This position is primarily sedentary work with occasional physical exertion to lift or move paper boxes or files weighing up to 20 pounds.
- Repetitive typing motions are involved.
- Vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas.
- Hearing is required to perceive information.
- Visual acuity is necessary to perform activities such as: preparing, handling, and analyzing materials and presentations, reviewing forms and documents for accuracy and thoroughness, viewing a computer terminal, and observing general surroundings and activities.
- The worker is not subject to adverse environmental conditions.
Diversity Statement:
The University of Maryland, College Park, an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, age, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, creed, marital status, political affiliation, personal appearance, or on the basis of rights secured by the First Amendment, in all aspects of employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.
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