University Archivist and Head of Archives and Special Collections

Description

The University Libraries at Radford University seeks a creative, user-oriented University Archivist and Head of Archives and Special Collections to lead our Archives and Special Collections team. This role is essential to preserving and promoting the history, culture, and development of our institution, ensuring that archival materials reflect and document our diverse university community and contribute to our Appalachian Collection and Special Collections. Reporting to the University Librarian, the University Archivist will oversee all aspects of Archives and Special Collections operations, including appraisal, acquisition, arrangement, description, and conservation of materials. Additionally, this position provides specialized outreach, reference, and instructional services to foster the use of our collections by students, faculty, staff, alumni, and external researchers. This is a twelve-month, non-tenured professional faculty position, with starting rank based upon experience and qualifications. It includes responsibilities for collection development, university service, and professional contributions.

Required qualifications: an ALA-accredited Master’s degree in Library/Information Science or related discipline, along with

•          Strong leadership, interpersonal, and supervisory skills, with a commitment to fostering teamwork and collaboration.
•          Expertise in archival standards, preservation practices, and archival management software.
•          Proficiency in digital preservation tools and experience in creating online finding aids.
•          Strong communication skills, both oral and written, with experience preparing reports and instructional materials.
•          Cataloging experience following national archival standards and best practices.

Preferred qualifications:

•          Experience supporting undergraduate research with archival materials.
•          Familiarity with rare book collections and knowledge of Appalachian history and culture.
•          Experience in procuring collections and outreach.

Guided by our core values, Radford University thrives in an environment where community, collaboration, and inclusiveness are valued. We believe diversity drives innovation, excellence, and perspective, and that teamwork and respect for our students, peers, and leaders assist us in our superior results. Radford University is a comprehensive public university of more than 7,700 students that has received national recognition for many of its undergraduate and graduate academic programs, as well as its sustainability initiatives. The university is focused on providing outstanding academic programs in a student-centered environment. It is well known for its strong faculty/student bonds and innovative use of technology in the learning environment. Radford is located by the New River close to the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains of Virginia, 36 miles southwest of Roanoke, VA.

Apply online at https://jobs.radford.edu/postings/15179. Applicants must complete an online application and attach a cover letter, resume/CV, contact information for three references, and unofficial transcripts of all degrees earned. Review of applications will begin on January 2, 2025.

Radford University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer committed to diversity. Women, minorities, and veterans are encouraged to apply. This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-300.5(a). This regulation prohibits discrimination against qualified protected veterans and requires affirmative action by covered prime contractors and subcontractors to employ and advance in employment qualified protected veterans.