Qualifications: ALA-accredited MLS degree. Experience in developing
preserving, and managing digital collections in a library/archives environment
including knowledge of standards for digital capture and storage, metadata
creation and delivery mechanisms; knowledge and experience in web design and
development; training or experience in records management practice and
procedures (records lifecycle concepts, retention schedules, legal and
regulatory compliance, disaster recovery, etc.), preferably in an academic
environment; demonstrated ability to work effectively with researchers,
administrators, and staff. Successful supervisory experience with staff,
volunteers, interns, and student workers. Excellent written and oral skills.
Preferred: Knowledge and experience with web applications development; active
library and/or archival and/or records management involvement at the regional
or national level; evidence of scholarly or professional achievement; three or
more years post-MLS experience working in archives and/or special collections
Duties: As a member of the Special Collections Department team, research,
develop, document, and implement a digital preservation program to ensure
preservation of all the University's archival, manuscript, map, rare boo, and
other special collections of enduring value. Review existing Library practices
and analyze needs and establish policies and best practices for the long-term
protection and access to digital materials of all types, both created by or
acquired by the Special Collections and Archives Department. While the
Department's focus has been on text and images, digital collections to be
preserved bay also include data, audio-visual resources, Web pages and
ephemera. Work with the Curator of the Special Collections Department to
develop and manage the Department's regional collections. Assist with the
development, implementation, and maintenance of a large, complex, campus-wide
records management information system. Process, organize, convert, and
integrate University records for storage; supervise the storage and retrieval
of all files; construct filing systems, and retention and disposal schedules;
assist administrators, faculty members, and employees in locating, viewing, or
assembling filmed, scanned or archived documents and/or information. Enable
appropriate access to information; advise on records storage and records
media; manage the changeover from paper to electronic records management
systems; work with Vice-President for Information Technology and the Vice-
President for Administration to implement records management policies and/or
procedures; provide a policy framework for the University community to manage
its records and use the system in place.
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