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Location
Macon, GA | United States
Job description
Date Posted:
February 14, 2024
Location:
Macon, Georgia
Hiring Institution:
Mercer University Archives, Jack Tarver Library
This is a twelve-month appointment professional staff position in the Mercer University Archives, Special Collections, and Digital Initiatives department, located in the Jack Tarver Library in Macon. This position contributes to the success of the University Libraries by arranging, describing, and providing digital access to primary research materials and other items in the archives, assisting the University Archivist in project management, and working with colleagues from Mercer and the broader community. Archives, Special Collections, and Digital Initiatives preserves and makes available a vast collection of historical materials on the history of Mercer University and Georgia Baptists.
University Archivist and Head of Archives, Special Collections, and Digital Initiatives
Archival Processing (40%)
Assists the University Archivist in oversight of the unique materials housed in the Tarver Library, according to accepted archival standards.
In conjunction with the University Archivist, plans, develops, and maintains the Mercer University document collection, by collecting, organizing, and storing key documents related to the history and operations of the university.
Implements procedures for archival collection management following professional standards and best practices, including arrangement of and access to materials.
Processes incoming archival collections and assesses existing collections for possible re-processing; creates or edits finding aids according to accepted standards and best practices.
Assists patrons in using archival materials in-person, via telephone, and electronic mail.
Digital Initiatives (40%)
Works with the University Archivist and Digital Archivist to plan, schedule, and implement the digitization of processed materials.
Collaborates with the Digital Archivist and Electronic Resources Library to publish finding aids in ArchivesSpace and URSA, Mercer’s online repository.
Project Management (10%)
Supervises and trains students, interns, and volunteers to assist with collection processing and digitization as needed.
Participates in departmental and library planning and assessment activities.
Collaboration (10%)
Assists with donor relations and provides input for fund-raising activities to benefit the archives.
Contributes to archives/library scholarship, service, and culture as a member of the Archives and Tarver Library staff and other professional organizations.
Participates as a visible, engaged colleague in local, regional, and national meetings related to Baptist history and the archives profession.
Performs other duties as assigned.
ALA-accredited master’s degree in library and information science or an equivalent graduate degree in a related field.
Relevant coursework and/or experience in arranging and describing archival collections.
Demonstrated understanding of accepted archival standards with regard to metadata, handling of archival materials, and preservation issues.
Relevant coursework and/or experience in creating and maintaining digital collections using Alma/Primo, ArchivesSpace, DSpace, LibAnswers, LibGuides, Microsoft Office, and other software.
Prior demonstrated library, archives, special collections, or directly relevant experience.
Commitment to excellent customer service, strong organizational, and interpersonal communication skills, including initiative, creativity, problem-solving, and knowledge of professional trends.
Supervisory experience with student assistants, and interns.
Quality service attitude and a high professional standard.
Competence in the utilization of social media for library services.
Potential for scholarly and professional achievement.
Microsoft Office
Knowledge and use of, or ability to learn, Alma/Primo, ArchivesSpace, DSpace, LibAnswers, LibGuides, and other related software.
Demonstrated understanding of accepted archival standards with regard to metadata, handling of archival materials, and preservation issues.
Commitment to excellent customer service, strong organizational, and interpersonal communication skills, including initiative, creativity, problem-solving, and knowledge of professional trends.
Criminal History
Resume
Cover letter
List of three professional references with contact information
Scheduled Weekly Hours:Mercer University recognizes the power of a diverse community and encourages applications from individuals with varied experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds.
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