Hello. If this type of post is not allowed, my apologies. I'd like to share an open Archivist position at the UA Little Rock Center for Arkansas History and Culture (https://ualr.edu/cahc). Come work with me! Feel free to message me directly if you have any questions. Thanks! Elise Tanner, [log in to unmask]

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Archivist (R0047623)

Type of Position:
Professional Staff - Academic Affairs

Workstudy Position:
No


Job Type:
Regular


Work Shift:

Sponsorship Available:
No


Institution Name:
University of Arkansas at Little Rock
The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is a metropolitan research university that provides an accessible, quality education through flexible learning and unparalleled internship opportunities. At UA Little Rock, we prepare our more than 8,900 students to be innovators and responsible leaders in their fields. Committed to its metropolitan research university mission, UA Little Rock is a driving force in Little Rock's thriving cultural community and a major component of the city and state's growing profile as a regional leader in research, technology transfer, economic development, and job creation.
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Department:
Archives & Collections

Department's Website:
ualr.edu/cahc


Summary of Job Duties:
This archival position, assigned to the UA Little Rock Center for Arkansas History and Culture, is responsible for processing archival collections, assisting patrons, and working collaboratively on archival projects. The person holding this position will participate in ArchivesSpace and other working group discussions.
Assistance with grant writing, implementation, and project management is an expectation, along with some project management.


Qualifications:
Required Education and/or Experience:
A Master’s degree in a field related to archives work;
Two (2) years of relevant experience.
Job Duties and Responsibilities:
Arrange and make available archival collections using professional standards;
Work with a variety of archive formats, including paper, photographs, multimedia, and born-digital;
Preserve records, documents, and objects according to national standards;
Identity and assist in the coordination of grant opportunities related to CAHC collections;
Provide patron assistance through weekly reference shifts in the research room, with an occasional Saturday shift an expectation;
Demonstrated knowledge and experience utilizing best practices concerning arrangement and descriptions of archival collections;
Demonstrate a record of designing projects and bringing them to conclusion in a timely fashion;
Answer research requests via email, phone calls, and regular mail;
Participate in professional development opportunities such as conference attendance, presentations, and workshops;
Collaborate to promote CAHC initiatives and services through tours, presentations, virtual exhibits, social media, and other appropriate means;
Supervise interns, student workers, and graduate assistants on special projects in coordination with the Assistant Director;
Monitor, review, identify, and report processing policies and procedures for clarity and adoption in collaborations with other archivists;
Identify manuscript-processing priorities in collaboration with other archivists and CAHC administration;
Assist in identifying research projects based on archival collections for faculty, staff, and students;
Participate in departmental strategic and topical planning;
Represent the CAHC on a variety of collaborative projects and programs inside and outside the department;
Performs other duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Knowledge and use of basic manuscript processing techniques, such as “More Product, Less Process” guidelines for archival processing, and DACS and EAD for digital encoding of manuscript and archival finding aids;
Knowledge of best practices concerning the conservation and preservation of archival collections;
Knowledge of digital preservation standards;
Experience working with a digital asset management system highly desired;
Knowledge of EAD and XML, including writing and maintaining XSL style sheets.;
Commitment and ability to work effectively with diverse populations.;
Superior oral and written communication skills;
Demonstrated project management and organizational skills;
Knowledge of the history of the United States and of the State of Arkansas

Additional Information:

Salary Information:
$38,000- $40,000

Required Documents to Apply:
Cover Letter/Letter of Application, List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume

Optional Documents:


Special Instructions to Applicants:

Recruitment Contact Information:
Laura McClellan, Assistant Director, Center for Arkansas History and Culture [log in to unmask]

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS  
Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.


Pre-employment Screening Requirements:
Criminal Background Check, Sex Offender Registry
The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is committed to providing a safe campus community. We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. For certain positions, there may also be a financial (credit) background check, a Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR) check, and/or drug screening. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.
The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, marital or parental status, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, or sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity). Federal law prohibits the University from discriminating on these bases. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University's Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.
Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.
All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.
Constant Physical Activity:
Hearing, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Sitting


Frequent Physical Activity:
Balancing, Climbing, Kneeling, Pulling, Pushing, Standing, Stooping, Talking, Walking


Occasional Physical Activity:
Lifting


Benefits Eligible:
Yes