Willamette University Processing Archivist & Records Manager - view and apply here.
Review of applications will begin February 1, 2019.
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Instructions for Applicants:
Please read the following carefully before beginning the online application process.
To be considered for employment at Willamette University, please complete our online employment application. Your application and all required attachments -- listed at the bottom of the page -- must be submitted for each individual job post that you are interested in applying for. If there is an application deadline, please ensure that your application is submitted by the deadline. Once you submit your application you will not be able to edit your application.
Position Summary:
Assists in the operation of the Archives and Special Collections unit with emphasis on processing collections, overseeing Willamette's records management program, and working with archival technology tools. Provides research services for collections.
- Master's degree from an ALA accredited library or information science program with a concentration in archival studies and/or records management or Master's degree in a related field with coursework in archives and/or records management.
- Continuing professional development required.
- Demonstrated experience appraising, arranging, describing, and preserving archival collections required. Familiarity with principles of records management required.
- Familiarity with EAD required.
- Microsoft desktop applications essential.
- Thorough knowledge of archives theory, practice, and standards.
- Demonstrated knowledge of ethical practices and evidence of ability to appropriately handle confidential information.
- Basic knowledge of records management practice.
- Evidence of ability to exercise good professional judgment.
- Demonstrated attention to detail.
- Ability to interact and communicate effectively with colleagues, students, and researchers.
- Ability to represent the university professionally to on- and off-campus communities.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Experience with archival management systems, such as ArchivesSpace, Archivematica, and Archive-It.
- Two years of professional experience.
- Familiarity with digital asset management systems and digital repository technologies.
TYPICAL WORK SCHEDULE:
Monday – Friday 8 am to 5 pm.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORKING CONDITIONS:
Position occasionally requires reaching outward and above the shoulder and climbing, crawling, squatting, kneeling, and/or bending. Positional occasionally requires lifting and/or carrying up to 50 lbs. and pushing or pulling up to 50 lb.
You will need to upload the following two documents as part of your application materials in the "My Experience" section:
- Cover letter addressing the required/desired qualifications and presenting any other applicant characteristics which deserve emphasis
- Current Resume
Incomplete applications will not be considered.