Mediabistro logo
job logo

Code4lib is hiring: Library Archives Operations Manager in Charlotte

Code4lib, Charlotte, NC, United States


Library Archives Operations Manager
Charlotte Mecklenburg Library

“Follow your calling, Find your career”
Please apply by 8/14
Salary Range $67,094.80 - $83,868.50
This is an exempt (salaried) position. Pay rates are based on education, skill, experience level and internal equity. Internal equity considerations include an assessment of the applicant’s salary history and qualifications in comparison to the market rate and requirements for the job.
Charlotte Mecklenburg Libraryis one of America’s leading urban public libraries, serving one of the country’s great emerging metropolitan areas in North Carolina. Our library system serves a community of approximately one million citizens in the city of Charlotte and the towns of Matthews, Pineville, Mint Hill, Davidson, Cornelius, and Huntersville – all located in Mecklenburg County. Accessible and welcoming to all, our library celebrates the joy of reading, fosters learning and growth, connects people to each other and the world, and inspires individuals with what they can achieve. Through our 20 locations, online, and through targeted outreach, we deliver exceptional library services and programs with a mission to create a community of readers and empower individuals with free access to information and the universe of ideas.

Location:
Library Administration Center
510 Stitt Rd.
Charlotte, NC 28213
*Note: this position is expected to primarily work at the LAC after the new Main Library has opened, but will be required to perform some reference shifts (weekly) in the Main Library as well*

Schedule:
40 hours per week. Typically 8-5, though some schedule flexibility is available (e.g., 8:30-5:30, etc.). Occasional Work From Home on an ad hoc basis is allowed with manager permission, but primary duties of the role require in-person work. Occasional weekend work may be required with weekday schedule adjustments as needed.

Position Summary:
The Archives Operations Manager is responsible for the development and management of archival collections. This role is responsible for ensuring the acquisition, preservation, discoverability, and accessibility of archival materials in accordance with professional standards and developing archival collection policies and procedures. This role manages the work of 2 Librarians who provide archival and special collections processing.
Essential Functions:
Lead archival collection development through the acquisition, processing, arrangement, description, and preservation of physical and digital archival materials.
Manage Librarian work on digitization, special collections processing, and archival collections development.
Provide leadership in the ongoing development and implementation of archival standards and best practices for physical, digitized, and born-digital collections.
Follow international archival and metadata standards and practices to provide accurate arrangement, description, and discovery for the Library’s archival collections.
Create original accession and resource records for each collection in the archive using Encoded Archival Description (EAD) metadata schema.
Create and maintain relationships with community partners to develop archival collections.
Assist with other aspects of Archives and Special Collections duties, to include reference, programming, outreach, and innovative projects within the Charlotte-Mecklenburg community in addition to archival duties.
Minimum Qualifications:
Minimum of five years of progressive, specialized experience in archives that yields the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of this position.

Education:
Master’s degree in Library Science (or equivalent such as MIS, MSIS, MLIS, MSLS, etc.) from an ALA-accredited institution; preference for concentration in either physical or digital archives.

Licenses and Certifications:
NC Public Library certification required or must be obtained within a specific timeframe.

Equivalent Education & Experience Accepted? Yes

Preferred Qualifications:
Demonstrated knowledge of archival standards (such as NARA 1571, DACS, EAD, etc.) related to documents, maps, newspapers, photographs, artifacts, textiles, and digital records.
Working knowledge of archival management systems (such as Archives Space)
Knowledge of MARC metadata standards.
Coursework or professional development related to digital archives.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Knowledge in:
Current trends and developments in archival sciences.
Acquisition, processing, arrangement, description, and preservation of physical and digital archival materials
Skilled in:
Excellent verbal and written communications skills, presentation skills, and public speaking skills including the ability to adjust communication style to interact effectively with users of different ages, backgrounds, and abilities
Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
Excellent organizational skills.
Excellent attention to detail.
Commitment to continuous improvement and self-directed learning.
Ability to:
Building Partnerships: Identifying opportunities and taking action to build strategic relationships between one’s area and other areas, teams, departments, community groups or organizations to help achieve business goals.
Communication: Clearly conveying information and ideas through a variety of media to individuals or groups in a manner that engages the audience and helps them understand and retain the information provided.
Decision Making: Identifying and understanding issues, problems, and opportunities; comparing data from different sources to draw conclusions; using effective approaches for choosing a course of action or developing appropriate solutions independently; taking action that is consistent with available facts, constraints, and probable consequence.
Information Monitoring: Setting up ongoing procedures to collect and review information needed to manage an organization or ongoing activities within it.
Technical/professional Knowledge and Skills: Having achieved a satisfactory level of technical and professional skill or knowledge in position-related areas; keeping up with current developments and trends in areas of expertise.
Work Standards: Setting high standards of performance for self and others; assuming responsibility and accountability for successfully completing assignments or tasks.
Computer Skills:
Excellent command of various computer applications including Microsoft Office Suite.
Above average command of computers and comfort discussing basic digital preservation topics.
Work Environment:
Works in an office setting with moderate noise

Selection:
This classification has been identified as having a role in the development ofADA compliant technologies and for which the incumbent agrees to followCounty policies to the best of their abilities in order to meet these obligations.

Reasonable Accommodations Statement:
To accomplish this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation, each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made tohelp enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Disclaimer Statement:
This is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of job-related responsibilities, duties, skills, requirements orworking conditions. Other duties may be assigned based on business need and the supervisor’s request.Mecklenburg County reserves the right to revise the job description at any time. Designated positionsmay be required to assist in emergency and/or disaster situations.
Published: Thursday, August 7, 2025 22:21 UTC
Description Library Archives Operations Manager
Charlotte Mecklenburg Library

“Follow your calling, Find your career”
Please apply by 8/14
Salary Range $67,094.80 - $83,868.50
This is an exempt (salaried) position. Pay rates are based on education, skill, experience level and internal equity. Internal equity considerations include an assessment of the applicant’s salary history and qualifications in comparison to the market rate and requirements for the job.
Charlotte Mecklenburg Libraryis one of America’s leading urban public libraries, serving one of the country’s great emerging metropolitan areas in North Carolina. Our library system serves a community of approximately one million citizens in the city of Charlotte and the towns of Matthews, Pineville, Mint Hill, Davidson, Cornelius, and Huntersville – all located in Mecklenburg County. Accessible and welcoming to all, our library celebrates the joy of reading, fosters learning and growth, connects people to each other and the world, and inspires individuals with what they can achieve. Through our 20 locations, online, and through targeted outreach, we deliver exceptional library services and programs with a mission to create a community of readers and empower individuals with free access to information and the universe of ideas.

Location:
Library Administration Center
510 Stitt Rd.
Charlotte, NC 28213
*Note: this position is expected to primarily work at the LAC after the new Main Library has opened, but will be required to perform some reference shifts (weekly) in the Main Library as well*

Schedule:
40 hours per week. Typically 8-5, though some schedule flexibility is available (e.g., 8:30-5:30, etc.). Occasional Work From Home on an ad hoc basis is allowed with manager permission, but primary duties of the role require in-person work. Occasional weekend work may be required with weekday schedule adjustments as needed.

Position Summary:
The Archives Operations Manager is responsible for the development and management of archival collections. This role is responsible for ensuring the acquisition, preservation, discoverability, and accessibility of archival materials in accordance with professional standards and developing archival collection policies and procedures. This role manages the work of 2 Librarians who provide archival and special collections processing.
Essential Functions:
Lead archival collection development through the acquisition, processing, arrangement, description, and preservation of physical and digital archival materials.
Manage Librarian work on digitization, special collections processing, and archival collections development.
Provide leadership in the ongoing development and implementation of archival standards and best practices for physical, digitized, and born-digital collections.
Follow international archival and metadata standards and practices to provide accurate arrangement, description, and discovery for the Library’s archival collections.
Create original accession and resource records for each collection in the archive using Encoded Archival Description (EAD) metadata schema.
Create and maintain relationships with community partners to develop archival collections.
Assist with other aspects of Archives and Special Collections duties, to include reference, programming, outreach, and innovative projects within the Charlotte-Mecklenburg community in addition to archival duties.
Minimum Qualifications:
Minimum of five years of progressive, specialized experience in archives that yields the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of this position.

Education:
Master’s degree in Library Science (or equivalent such as MIS, MSIS, MLIS, MSLS, etc.) from an ALA-accredited institution; preference for concentration in either physical or digital archives.

Licenses and Certifications:
NC Public Library certification required or must be obtained within a specific timeframe.

Equivalent Education & Experience Accepted? Yes

Preferred Qualifications:
Demonstrated knowledge of archival standards (such as NARA 1571, DACS, EAD, etc.) related to documents, maps, newspapers, photographs, artifacts, textiles, and digital records.
Working knowledge of archival management systems (such as Archives Space)
Knowledge of MARC metadata standards.
Coursework or professional development related to digital archives.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Knowledge in:
Current trends and developments in archival sciences.
Acquisition, processing, arrangement, description, and preservation of physical and digital archival materials
Skilled in:
Excellent verbal and written communications skills, presentation skills, and public speaking skills including the ability to adjust communication style to interact effectively with users of different ages, backgrounds, and abilities
Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
Excellent organizational skills.
Excellent attention to detail.
Excellent time management skills.
Commitment to continuous improvement and self-directed learning.
Ability to:
Building Partnerships: Identifying opportunities and taking action to build strategic relationships between one’s area and other areas, teams, departments, community groups or organizations to help achieve business goals.
Communication: Clearly conveying information and ideas through a variety of media to individuals or groups in a manner that engages the audience and helps them understand and retain the information provided.
Decision Making: Identifying and understanding issues, problems, and opportunities; comparing data from different sources to draw conclusions; using effective approaches for choosing a course of action or developing appropriate solutions independently; taking action that is consistent with available facts, constraints, and probable consequence.
Information Monitoring: Setting up ongoing procedures to collect and review information needed to manage an organization or ongoing activities within it.
Technical/professional Knowledge and Skills: Having achieved a satisfactory level of technical and professional skill or knowledge in position-related areas; keeping up with current developments and trends in areas of expertise.
Work Standards: Setting high standards of performance for self and others; assuming responsibility and accountability for successfully completing assignments or tasks.
Computer Skills:
Excellent command of various computer applications including Microsoft Office Suite.
Above average command of computers and comfort discussing basic digital preservation topics.
Work Environment:
Works in an office setting with moderate noise

Selection:
This classification has been identified as having a role in the development ofADA compliant technologies and for which the incumbent agrees to followCounty policies to the best of their abilities in order to meet these obligations.

Reasonable Accommodations Statement:
To accomplish this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation, each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made tohelp enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Disclaimer Statement:
This is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of job-related responsibilities, duties, skills, requirements orworking conditions. Other duties may be assigned based on business need and the supervisor’s request.Mecklenburg County reserves the right to revise the job description at any time. Designated positionsmay be required to assist in emergency and/or disaster situations.
How to apply https://meckcounty.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/1/home/requisition/16022?c=meckcounty
Metadata Published: Thursday, August 7, 2025 22:21 UTC
Last updated: Thursday, August 7, 2025 22:21 UTC

#J-18808-Ljbffr

En Español: Charlotte Mecklenburg Library Sigue tu llamada, Encuentra tu carrera Por favor solicita por 8/14 Salario Rango $67,094.80 - $83,868.50 Esta es una posición exenta (salariada). Las tasas de pago se basan en la educación, la habilidad, el nivel de experiencia y la equidad interna. Las consideraciones de equidad interior incluyen una evaluación del historial salarial y las calificaciones del solicitante en comparación con la tasa de mercado y los requisitos para el trabajo. Charlotte Meclenburg Biblioteca es una de las principales bibliotecas públicas urbanas de Estados Unidos, sirviendo a una de los grandes áreas metropolitanas emergentes del país en Carolina del Norte. Nuestro sistema de bibliotecas sirve a una comunidad de aproximadamente un millón de ciudadanos en la ciudad de Charlotte y las ciudades de Matthews, Davidville, Hill, Pineson, Cornelius, y Huntersville Mint Lo que se encuentra en todo el condado de Mecktenburg. Accesible y acogedor, la biblioteca ofrece a todos los individuos el conocimiento, la lectura e inspiración, el aprendizaje y el mundo, así como a todas las personas que pueden lograrlo. A través de nuestras 20 ubicaciones, en línea y a través de un alcance dirigido, ofrecemos servicios y programas de biblioteca excepcionales con la misión de crear una comunidad de lectores y capacitar a las personas con acceso gratuito a la información y al universo de ideas. Ubicación: Centro de Administración de Bibliotecas 510 Stitt Rd. Charlotte, NC 28213 *Nota: se espera que este puesto funcione principalmente en el LAC después de que se abra la nueva Biblioteca Principal, pero también se requerirá realizar algunos turnos de referencia (semanal) en la Biblioteca principal * Programa: 40 horas a la semana. Típicamente 8-5, aunque hay cierta flexibilidad de horario disponible (por ejemplo, 8:30-5:30, etc.). Esta función gestiona el trabajo de 2 bibliotecarios que proporcionan el procesamiento de archivos y colecciones especiales. Funciones esenciales: Dirigir el desarrollo de la colección de archivo a través de la adquisición, procesamiento, disposición, descripción y preservación de materiales de arquivos físicos y digitales. Gestionar el trabajo del bibliotecario en digitalización, procesamento de coleccionales especiales y desarrollo de colecciones de archivos equivalentes. Proporcionar liderazgo en el desarrollo continuo y la implementación de estándares de archivio y las mejores prácticas para colegiones físicas, digitalizadas y nativas. Seguir los estándares y prácticas internacionales de archivismo y metadatos para proporcionar una disposición precisa, descripciones y descubrimiento de las coleccións de archives de la Biblioteca . Crear registros originales y recursos para cada colección en el archivo utilizando el esquema de desarrollo de datos de conocimiento especializado (EAD). Evaluación de conocimientos equivalentes y mantener relaciones con los socios de la comunidad para desarrollar coleccionistas de datos. Asistir con otros aspectos y tareas de referencia, incluyen el acceso a los archivos digitales, la documentación, la descripción, las calificaciones y las habilidades, etc. El Condado de Mecklenburg se reserva el derecho de revisar la descripción del trabajo en cualquier momento. Los puestos designados pueden ser requeridos para ayudar en situaciones de emergencia y/o desastre. Publicado: jueves 7 de agosto de 2025 22:21 UTC Descripción de la biblioteca Gerente de Operaciones de Arquivos de la Biblioteca Charlotte Mecklinburg Sigue su llamada, Busque su carrera Por favor aplique por 8/14 Salario Rango $67,094.80 - $83,868.50 Esta es una posición exemplar (salariada). Estas tasas de pago se basan en la calificación, nivel de experiencia y evaluación interna de la educación. Accesible y acogedora para todos, nuestra biblioteca celebra la alegría de la lectura, fomenta el aprendizaje y el crecimiento, conecta a las personas entre sí y con el mundo, e inspira a los individuos con lo que pueden lograr. A través de nuestras 20 ubicaciones, en línea y a través de un alcance dirigido, ofrecemos servicios y programas de biblioteca excepcionales con la misión de crear una comunidad de lectores y capacitar a los individuales con acceso gratuito a la información y el universo de las ideas. Ubicación: Centro de Administración de Bibliotecas 510 Stitt Rd. Charlotte, NC 28213 * Nota: se espera que este puesto trabaje principalmente en el LAC después de que se haya abierto la nueva Biblioteca Principal, pero se requerirá que realice algunos cambios de referencia (semanalmente) en la biblioteca Principal así como el horario: 40 horas por semana. Normalmente, 8-5, aunque hay cierta flexibilidad de horario disponible (por ejemplo, 8:30-5:30, etc.). Esta función gestiona el trabajo de 2 bibliotecarios que proporcionan colecciones de archivos y especiales.