Associate University Librarian/Archivist for Special Collections

The Arizona State University (ASU) Library seeks a highly qualified and experienced leader for the position of Associate University Librarian (AUL) for Special Collections. The core responsibility of the AUL is to provide unified strategic vision, strategic leadership, effective coordination, and management of teams, collections, and archives to support and advance the learning, teaching, and research activities of America's most innovative university.

Reporting to the University Librarian, the AUL for Special Collections' portfolio includes librarians, archivists, and staff distributed across these units: Community Driven Archives (CDA) Initiative, Distinctive Collections, Labriola National American Indian Data Center and the John S. McCain III Library.

The AUL will lead a newly-reconfigured directorate to continue the ongoing transformation of Special Collections at ASU Library by leveraging a deep understanding of libraries, archives, and distinctive collections. By providing empathetic leadership, the AUL will foster a collaborative culture that models reparative action and broadens access to and preservation of knowledge.

Academic Search is assisting Arizona State University in this search. Nominations and expressions of interest may be submitted in confidence to ASU-AULSpecialColle [email protected]. When submitting a nomination, please include the nominee's name, position, institution, and email address.

For more information about the position, institution, and qualifications, please download the position profile from the Academic Search website. Confidential conversations about this opportunity may be arranged by contacting Dr. Eric Richtmyer at eric.richtmyer@academicsearch. org or by phone at 202-332-4049.

Application Procedures: This is a paperless search; only electronic materials will be accepted. To apply, please submit electronically to http://apply.interfolio.com/162702 the following: 1) A cover letter, 2) comprehensive vita or resume, and 3) names, addresses, phone numbers, and email addresses of 3 recent professional references. No paper applications, faxes or emails will be accepted.

The application deadline is Monday, March 17, 2025. Applications will continue to be accepted on a rolling basis for a reserve pool. Applications in the reserve pool may then be reviewed in the order in which they were received until the position is filled.

Hiring is contingent upon eligibility to work in the United States. For more information regarding ASU, visit our website: www.asu.edu. For more information about the Phoenix metropolitan area, please visit www.visitarizona.com.

A background check is a requirement for employment. Arizona State University is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor and an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applications will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by law.

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