Special Collections & Archive Librarian/Assistant Professor Job at Lincoln Unive

Job Title: Special Collections & Archive Librarian/Assistant Professor/Tenure-Track

Job Summary: The Langston Hughes Memorial Library seeks a collaborative Special Collection/Archive Librarian for a full-time, 11 months, tenure track, faculty librarian position. The primary focus of duties will be on assessing, arranging, and describing with provenance archival collections and memorabilia for preservation and access. Teach undergraduate/graduate information literacy sessions to support access to library resources.

Responsibilities:

• Cataloging (arrange, describe) and processing special collection and archival materials according to standards of the Society of American Archivists to inform scholars of available materials.
• Produce finding aids using EAD (Encoded Archival Description).
• Manage digital production operation to include creating metadata
• Communicate regularly with IT staff to support and manage technical aspects of the digital collection.
• Assist in the preparation of project reports to both internal and external constituents.
• Assist in project communication and marketing activities to include writing copy for promotional materials.
• Create/maintain documentation of policies and procedures for the special collections and archive department.
• Supervise, Maintain, and disseminate project schedules and other activities for the special collection library staff.
• Assist with students' research and historical preservation projects
• Collaborate with colleagues in research and instruction to develop and conduct library instruction sessions especially in using special collections and archives materials for teaching and learning.
• Data collection for archives and museum interaction with student learning outcomes
• Plans and arranges displays for library exhibits.
• Assists Library Director in budget preparation and financial reports to support department
• Engage in scholarly research and writing and pursue a professional development program
• All other relevant duties as assigned.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Participate in library projects and initiatives, which includes teaching information literacy sessions, and library liaison support.
• Participate in and contribute to scholarly research and professional development, including membership in library organizations and attend conferences, workshops, and webinars.
• Keep current with standards and technology developments in the field.
• Provide research assistance at the service desks (Reference, Circulation, Etc.).
• Assist with the supervision of student employee work by coordinating shift coverage, assigning work, and engaging student employees with job development skills.
• Participate in university shared governance as a member of the faculty, including faculty meetings and committees as elected or appointed.

Requirements:

• Master’s Degree in Library and/or Information Science (MLIS, MLS) from a program accredited by the American Library Association, or equivalent.
• Experience with Alma integrated library management system
• Knowledge of archives preservation requirements, storage needs, and registration procedures for archives.
• Knowledge of digital archival practices
• Knowledge of records management principles and practices
• Supervisory experience.
• Knowledge of and experience with Microsoft Office software, mobile devices, the internet, and social networking.
• Strong reference skills.

Qualifications:

• Commitment to the mission statement, core values, and strategic plan of Lincoln University.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work with faculty, staff, and students in a culturally diverse organization.
• Must be able to work with little or no supervision.
• Must be able to make decisions supporting the departments mission and goals.
• Must be able to handle multiple tasks and projects and prioritize based on departmental functionality.
• Must have excellent communication skills, oral and written.

EEO Statement: Lincoln University is an equal opportunity employer and encourages all qualified individuals to apply. The University is committed to enriching its educational experience and culture by fostering a dynamic community of faculty, administration, and staff