Specialist I/II, Library Technical (Processing Archivist)

Position Details

Requisition Number

S1156P

Home Org Name

Library Administration

Division Name

Library

Position Title

Specialist I/II, Library Technical (Processing Archivist)

Job Class Code

LB02A/B

Appointment Status

Full-time

Part-time FTE

Limited Term

No

Limited Term Length

Job Summary

Auburn University Libraries seeks creative, dynamic, and results-oriented applicants for the position of Processing Archivist for the Special Collections and Archives department. The successful candidate will be hired at Specialist I/II, Library Technical commensurate with relevant qualifications and experience. This individual will report to the University Archivist, but others in the unit may exercise some supervisory responsibility for particular projects.

The Special Collections and Archives Department currently contains over 1,200 record groups. Areas of focus include Civil War history; Alabama and Southern history; agriculture and rural life; aviation and aeronautics; the history of science and technology; architecture, design, and urban planning; and Alabama politics. The Department’s rare book collections focuses on Southern literature, aviation and aeronautics, fashion, natural history, private presses, religious literature, and English Bibles.

The Department supports and participates actively in statewide initiatives such as AlabamaMosaic (Alabama’s digital library) and the Alabama Digital Preservation Network (ADPNet). Faculty and staff from the Department have served as officers in the Society of Alabama Archivists ( SALA ).

For more information on the Department, its mission, and its holdings, go to http://www.lib.auburn.edu/specialcollections/.

Essential Functions

The primary responsibilities of this position include:

• Planning, designing, and creating exhibits featuring manuscripts, artifacts, and rare books from Special Collections and Archives.
• Arranging and describing manuscripts, archival records, and historical photographs.
• Participating in and occasionally coordinating specific departmental outreach efforts.
• Assisting with events sponsored or co-sponsored by Special Collections & Archives.
• Digitizing manuscripts, archival records, historical photographs, and rare books.
• Daily duty on the reference desk.

Education Level

High School Diploma or equivalent

Field of Study

Years of Experience

4 years. The salary range for Level I is approximately $27,000 - $32,000.

Area of Experience

Experience managing and processing complex data or materials and familiarity with basic computer applications and designs.

Requirements for Additional Job Levels

Level II requires a high school diploma or equivalent plus six (6) years of experience managing and processing complex data or materials and familiarity with basic computer applications and designs. The salary range for Level II is approximately $28,000 – $35,000.

Education Level

A four year degree may be considered in lieu of experience

Field of Study

No specific discipline.

Years of Experience

When a candidate has the required education, but lacks the required experience, they may normally apply additional appropriate education toward the experience requirement, at a rate of one (1) year relevant education per year of required experience.

Area of Experience

Requirements for Additional Job Levels

Minimum Skills and Abilities

Qualified candidates must demonstrate:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• An appreciation for archives, manuscripts, rare books, and historical photographs.
• An appreciation for the larger context of primary historical documents.
• An ability to work independently.
• An ability to digest and organize details.
• An ability to work successfully in a collaborative, academic environment.
• A willingness and ability to learn computer skills directly relevant to the position.
• Qualified candidates must also be able to lift materials weighing up to 40 pounds.
• A commitment to an inclusive and diverse campus environment is required.

Minimum Technology Skills

None Required.

Minimum License and Certifications

None Required.

Desired Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution, especially those in the GLAM (Galleries, Libraries, Archives, Museums) fields; a certificate in archival studies or archives management from an accredited school of library and information science or an equivalent program; research skills in history or related fields; and experience handling archives, rare books, and unique historical items.

Salary Grade

28

Salary Range

$22,300 - $41,700

Job Category

Library

Working Hours if Non-Traditional

City position is located in:

Auburn

State position is located:

Alabama

List any hazardous conditions or physical demands required by this position

Posting Date

10/11/2021

Closing Date

EEO Statement

Auburn University is committed to an inclusive and diverse campus environment. Women, underrepresented groups, individuals with disabilities and veterans are encouraged to apply.

AUBURN UNIVERSITY IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION / EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER . It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, sex, religion, color, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by applicable law.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Please use the attachment feature of the online employment system and attach the following: cover letter, resume, and contact information for at least three professional references. Only complete application packets will be considered for review.

Quick Link for Internal Postings

https://www.auemployment.com/postings/25545
Documents Needed to Apply
Required Documents

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter

Optional Documents

1. Other

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Please provide how you first became aware of this opportunity. Your response helps us determine how we can more effectively reach our candidates.
   
   (Open Ended Question)
   
   
2. * Do you have a high school diploma or equivalent?
   • Yes
   • No
3. * Do you have a minimum of 4 years' experience managing and processing complex data or materials in an office setting, and familiarity with computer applications OR a Bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited institution?
   • Yes
   • No