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Advertised Title

Assistant Director of South Caroliniana Library

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Posting Number:

FAC00096PO25

Advertised Title

Assistant Director of South Caroliniana Library

Campus

Columbia

College/Division

University Libraries

Department

LIBR South Caroliniana Library

Advertised Salary Range

Commensurate with Experience

Part/Full Time

Full Time

Hours Per Week

37.5

Position Category

Full-time Equivalent (FTE)

Basis

12 months

Work County

Richland

Tenure Information

Tenure-Track/Tenured

Job Search Category

Faculty

About University Of South Carolina

From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor’s degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service — helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.

Advertised Job Summary

University of South Carolina Libraries is seeking an experienced and knowledgeable special collections librarian and supervisor to develop and curate important collections related to South Carolina history and lead a strong team of collection curators.

The Assistant Director of South Caroliniana Library plays a vital role in the growth and development of one of the South’s leading repositories of manuscripts, photographs, maps, newspapers, oral histories, and books related to southern history and culture. The Assistant Director will lead an experienced curatorial team, seek out new archival collections and published materials in accordance with the collection development policy, liaise with donors and ensure they receive appropriate paperwork in a timely manner, advise user services staff and the instruction and outreach librarian regarding reference questions, exhibitions, and LibGuides as needed, and consult with Head of Processing and Published Materials cataloger to set priorities and advise on collection arrangement and description. As a member of the faculty, the Assistant Director will also engage in professional development, professional and university service, and scholarship.

Required Education And Experience

Required Education and Experience:

• A Master’s Degree in Library/Information Science from an ALA-accredited institution; a combination of another appropriate graduate degree, training, and experience will be given equal consideration.
• At least three years of experience in management/supervision
  
  

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities/Competencies:

• Sound judgment and discretion in interpreting and applying policies and procedures
• Strong knowledge of information organization standards and practices, including current cataloging and archival processing standards.
• Ability to plan and organize work activities to prioritize task completion according to schedules and goals
• Effective and clear communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong background in American history, and South Carolina history in particular
• Prior experience in donor relations and collection development.
• Prior demonstrated experience of innovative approaches to archival collection management.
  
  

Desired Start Date

10/01/2025

Job Open Date

07/02/2025

Open Until Filled

Yes

Special Instructions To Applicant

Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This position is open until filled. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email.

Quicklink For Posting

https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/189753

EEO Statement

The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender (including transgender), gender identity or expression, genetic information, HIV/AIDs status, military status, national origin, pregnancy (false pregnancy, termination of pregnancy, childbirth, recovery therefrom or related medical conditions, breastfeeding), race, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other bases under federal, state, local law, or regulations.

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