The Colgate University Libraries seek an enthusiastic and thoughtful
individual to manage rare books, manuscripts, and other non-University
Archives materials in the Special Collections and University Archives,
including their development, organization, description, accessibility,
digitization, preservation, promotion and assessment. Reporting to the Head of
Special Collections and University Archivist, s/he engages in educational
planning and instruction, reinforcing the significance of primary source
materials as curricular resources, and explores the use of technology to
advance teaching, learning and research with special collections materials.
S/he manages the Libraries' major digital projects involving Special
Collections materials (student newspaper, yearbooks, alumni magazine, course
catalogs, etc.) including digital outsourcing, quality control, preservation,
and storage and creates and describes resources digitized
locally.

  
Qualifications: An ALA-accredited master's degree or an equivalent master's
degree and 2 years of experience working in a library, particularly at a
liberal arts institution, or museum setting. Additional information about
Colgate University, the Colgate Libraries, and the full job description and
list of qualifications can be found at [http://exlibris.colgate.edu/joinus.htm
l](http://exlibris.colgate.edu/joinus.html). Application
procedure: please apply online at [https://academicjobsonli
ne.org/ajo/jobs/2643](https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/2643).
Candidates will need to upload a letter of application, curriculum vita, and
provide email addresses for three references, including current
supervisor. Official transcripts will be required of
candidates selected for an on-campus interview. Review of application
materials will begin on May 13, 2013 and continue until the position is
filled. Colgate is a highly selective private liberal arts university located
in Hamilton, NY, and is an EO/AA employer. Developing and
sustaining a diverse faculty, staff, and student body further the university's
educational mission. Women and minorities are encouraged to
apply. Applicants with dual career considerations can find postings of other
employment opportunities at
[www.upstatenyherc.org](http://www.upstatenyherc.org).



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