UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA, SANTA CRUZ 

 

UNIVERSITY LIBRARY ARCHIVIST

 

The University Library at the University of California, Santa Cruz (UCSC) invites applications for the position of Archivist in Special Collections & Archives.

 

The University Library at the University of California, Santa Cruz seeks an energetic, skilled and service–oriented professional for the position of Temporary Archivist for Campus History in the Department of Special Collections and Archives to make available materials documenting the history of the UCSC campus and provide research assistance and coordinate and track digital and photo reproduction requests for campus units preparing for the 50th anniversary of UCSC. This is a temporary appointment ending in June 2016.

 

Reporting to the Head of Special Collections and Archives and working closely with the department’s principal archivist, public services assistant and with University Relations, the incumbent will provide a range of public services to support 50th anniversary preparations (50%) and will accession, arrange and describe campus photography collections (50%). The incumbent will prepare finding aids for contribution to the Online Archive of California. The incumbent will work closely with the Library’s Digital Initiatives department to provide descriptive metadata as well as correct and improve text for campus and student publications generated by text recognition software. The incumbent will promote the collection and provide outreach by means of social media and exhibits. The individual will assist campus patrons both in person and remotely in the use of the UCSC University Archives, particularly its photographic and documentary collections related to campus history. The incumbent will coordinate and track digital and photo reproduction and photography orders working with student assistants and library staff assistants and may also assist with exhibitions and other outreach-oriented endeavors. The incumbent will work closely with staff at University Relations and Special Collections and Archives public services team members.

 

RANK: Assistant Librarian (Temporary Status)

 

SALARY: $47,722 - $50,347, commensurate with qualifications and experience.

 

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS: MLS, MLIS earned before May 2014; Post degree experience both in processing collections and providing research service in a special collections library or archive; Ability to navigate online sources, especially archival finding aids and databases; Familiarity with MS Word, FileMaker Pro and Excel; Ability to move items up to 30 lbs., with or without accommodation; Familiarity with UCSC campus history and campus archival collections; Proven experience providing research and fulfilling duplication requests in a special collections setting.

 

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Experience working with students in a special collections or archival setting; experience with Archivist Toolkit; familiarity with content management systems such as Drupal and Content DM; excellent written and oral communication skills; excellent organizational skills; flexibility and resourcefulness in responding promptly and accurately to research requests; attention to detail; strong research and analytical skills; ability to plan and organize work; ability to work on a deadline; ability to be proactive and work independently as well as cooperatively within a team environment.

 

POSITION AVAILABLE: May 1, 2014

 

TERM OF APPOINTMENT: Two years.

 

TO APPLY: Applications are accepted via the UCSC Academic Recruit online system, and must include a letter of application that addresses how you meet the basic qualifications, curriculum vitae, and the names and contact information of three references*. Documents/materials must be submitted as PDF files.

 

Apply at https://recruit.ucsc.edu/apply/JPF00096

Refer to Position #JPF00096-14T in all correspondence.

 

*All letters will be treated as confidential per University of California policy and California state law. For any reference letter provided via a third party (i.e., dossier service, career center), direct the author to UCSC’s confidentiality statement at http://apo.ucsc.edu/confstm.htm

 

CLOSING DATE: Review of applications will begin on April 24, 2014. To ensure full consideration, applications should be complete by this date. The position will remain open until filled, but not later than 8/31/2014.

 

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, or protected veteran status. UC Santa Cruz is committed to excellence through diversity and strives to establish a climate that welcomes, celebrates, and promotes respect for the contributions of all students and employees.

 

Inquiries regarding the University’s equal employment opportunity policies may be directed to: Office for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at the University of California, Santa Cruz, CA 95064; (831) 459-2686. Under Federal law, the University of California may employ only individuals who are legally able to work in the United States as established by providing documents as specified in the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986. Certain UCSC positions funded by federal contracts or sub-contracts require the selected candidate to pass an E-Verify check. More information is available here or from the Academic Personnel Office (APO) at (831) 459-4300.

 

UCSC is a smoke & tobacco-free campus.

 

If you need accommodation due to a disability, please contact the Academic Personnel Office at apo@ucsc.edu (831) 459-4300.

 

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