News Archivist 

Position Summary

The News Archivist is responsible for the organization, inventory, and cataloging of all television news collections and assists in the processing and cataloging of other archival moving image and sound collections in the Walter J. Brown Media Archives and Peabody Awards Collection. This position provides reference and instruction in a variety of settings to faculty, students, staff, independent researchers and members of the community, and coordinates tours and other outreach efforts to promote and provide public access to the archives. The position is responsible for supervising and mentoring student assistants and paid interns participating in UGA’s Experiential Learning program.

The Brown Media Archives is one of the largest media archives in the country. The Archives includes six news collections from across the state of Georgia and the WSB Washington DC Bureau tapes as well as 5 million feet of newsfilm, folk music field tapes, home movies, Georgia-related broadcasting, and large collections related to the University of Georgia. The Brown Media Archives staff is also responsible for the management and care of the audiovisual collections associated with the Hargrett Rare Books & Manuscript Library, and the Peabody Awards Collection. This position reports to the Metadata Archivist of the Walter J. Brown Media Archives and Peabody Awards Collection. The Department is comprised of four full-time librarians, four support staff, and student assistants.

UGA librarians are non-tenured faculty members. UGA offers an attractive benefits program including a choice of health and retirement plans, dental plan, vision plan, tuition remission, paid relocation, 21 days annual leave, 12 days sick leave, and 12 paid holidays.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Attached to their online application form should be a 1-2 page letter of interest, complete CV, and the names, titles, e-mail addresses, and phone numbers of three professional references. Candidates are encouraged to submit their materials by March 31st however, the position will remain open until filled.

The University of Georgia Libraries wish to emphasize that preferred qualifications are not required and we are committed to helping our future colleagues develop preferred knowledge, skills and abilities. Applicants are encouraged to communicate the ways in which their work meets required or preferred qualifications in ways that may not be obvious.

Posting Details

Posting Number

F1186P

Working Title

News Archivist 

Department

Libraries-Brown Media

About the University of Georgia

The University of Georgia ( UGA ), a land-grant and sea-grant university with statewide commitments and responsibilities, is the state’s oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education ( https://www.uga.edu/ ). UGA is currently ranked among the top 15 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University’s main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA was founded in 1785 by the Georgia General Assembly as the first state-chartered University in the country. UGA employs approximately 1,800 full-time instructional faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 39,000 students including over 30,000 undergraduates and over 9,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 18 schools and colleges, as well as a medical partnership with Augusta University housed on the UGA Health Sciences Campus in Athens.

About the College/Unit/Department

The UGA Libraries advance the University of Georgia’s mission by providing the best possible access to recorded knowledge, actively contributing to the success of students and faculty through teaching and research services provided in physical and virtual environments, exemplifying the University’s strategic priority to serve the people of Georgia and beyond, and upholding the University’s commitment to diversity and inclusion. A member of the Association of Research Libraries with 75 faculty librarians and archivists, 150 staff and nearly 200 student workers, the UGA Libraries receive more than three million visits per year on average and provide services at nine locations across the Athens campus, among them the Main Library, Zell B. Miller Learning Center, Shirley Mathis McBay Science Library, Special Collections Libraries, and Health Sciences Carnegie Library. The UGA Libraries offer nationally distinctive special collections related to Georgia’s history, politics, and public policy, and preserves one of the foremost media collections in public broadcasting. The UGA Libraries provide IT support for GeorgiA LIbrary LEarning Online ( GALILEO ), Georgia’s statewide virtual library initiative, and is home to the UGA Press and Georgia Review literary journal. Please visit libs.uga.edu for more information.

College/Unit/Department website

libs.uga.edu

Posting Type

External

Retirement Plan

TRS or ORP

Employment Type

Employee

Benefits Eligibility

Benefits Eligible

Underutilization

Advertised Salary

Minimum $50,000

Anticipated Start Date

07/01/2022

Effective End Date (for Limited-Term postings)

Job Posting Date

02/18/2022

Job Closing Date

Open until filled

Yes

Location of Vacancy

Athens Area

EEO Statement

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, genetic information, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu).

UGA Statement

PLEASE NOTE : On December 7, 2021, the federal District Court for the Southern District of Georgia issued a preliminary injunction against enforcing the vaccine requirement for
Federal Contractors pending further review. As a result, the requirements of the Executive Order and associated guidance, including the vaccination requirement for covered contractor employees, are currently not in effect.

The University of Georgia is a Federal Contractor as defined by Presidential Executive Order 14042 and subject to the requirement that Federal Contractors must ensure that all covered employees, including those working remotely, are fully vaccinated by January 4, 2022. You may be required to show proof of your fully vaccinated status at the time of your start date, or have received a medical or religious exemption from the fully vaccinated requirement at the time of your start date. For more information regarding the Federal Contractor fully vaccinated employment requirement please visit https://coronavirus.uga.edu/executive-order/ or call (706) 542-2222.

Position Details

Position Information

Classification Title

Librarian AC

FLSA

Faculty Rank

Open Rank

Contract Type

Fiscal (12 mo.)

Tenure Status

Non-Tenure Track

Minimum Qualifications

An ALA -accredited master’s degree in librarianship/information science or foreign equivalent, or a master’s degree in a subject area related to archival work.

Additional Requirements

Candidates will be considered at the rank of Librarian or Archivist I, II, III, or IV.

• To be considered at the level of Librarian/Archivist II, candidates must have 2 years of professional experience after completion of their master’s degree in librarianship/information science, or 2 years of professional experience after completion of their master’s degree in a subject area related to archival work and ACA certification for archivists
• To be considered at the level of Librarian/Archivist III, candidates must have 5 years of professional experience after completion of their master’s degree in librarianship/information science, or 5 years of professional experience after completion of their master’s degree in a subject area related to archival work and ACA certification for archivists
• To be considered at the level of Librarian/Archivist IV, candidates must have 10 years of professional experience after completion of their master’s degree in librarianship/information science, or 10 years of professional experience after completion of their master’s degree in a subject area related to archival work and ACA certification for archivists

For more information about the requirements for the Librarian and Archivist ranks, please see the Guidelines for Librarian/Archivist Faculty Rank and Promotion: https://www.libs.uga.edu/employee-resources/committees/promotion/ranks

Relevant/Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, and/or Certification

• Two or more years of experience processing and describing sound and/or moving image materials in an archival setting.
• Two or more years of experience providing reference and instruction for users of archival audiovisual materials.
• Two or more years of experience managing and or supervising the work of others.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

• Commitment to fostering a diverse and inclusive educational environment and workplace.
• Ability to function as a contributing team member in a production-oriented environment.
• Familiarity with RDA, AACR2, LCSH, AMIM2, MIM : Genre Terms, PBCore, DACS and Dublin Core.
• Knowledge of issues related to audiovisual preservation, digital conversion of archival materials, and copyright.
• Working knowledge of computers and software programs, including Windows Office suite.
• Demonstrated effectiveness in establishing and maintaining successful working relationships with co-workers, donors, and patrons.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Working knowledge of the CollectiveAccess database.

Physical Demands

Is this a Position of Trust?

Yes

Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources?

No

Does this position require a P-Card?

No

Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position?

No

Is driving a responsibility of this position?

No

Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care?

No

Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications)

Yes

Credit and P-Card policy

Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website.

Duties/Responsibilities

Duties/Responsibilities

• This position is responsible for the cataloging and processing of news film and video collections by implementing workflows, gathering information, creating technical and descriptive metadata records, and training others to successfully contribute to this work.
• Works closely with the Metadata Archivist and Digital Archivist to create workflows, policies, and procedures to ensure consistent and accurate cataloging and inventory of collections. Develops departmental metadata standards for news collections in Brown Media Archives by working closely with the Metadata Archivist, Department Head and other relevant parties within and beyond the Department.
• Supervises student assistants by providing basic education and training in the organization, description and cataloging of news and other collections.
• Develops transcript-eligible Experiential Learning opportunities and supervises Experiential Learning student interns. Provides regular mentorship and feedback while supporting student reflection, integration of learning through the position, and goal-setting for future learning for Experiential Learning interns. Facilitates Experiential Learning interns’ development of critical thinking and problem-solving skills and preparation for the workforce or advanced study after graduation.
• Works in concert with the Department Head, Metadata Archivist, Digital Archivist, and Media Archives Archivist to identify preservation, conservation, and digitization needs in the collections as part of departmental access and preservation plans.
• Assists with requests to license moving image and sound materials from the news collections, and works with Department Head to negotiate licensing fees for use of the collections by working with producers and other users.
• Provides reference and instruction in a variety of settings to faculty, students, staff, independent researchers and members of the community, including the Special Collections Libraries Faculty Fellows program. Works in alignment with standards and provides training in performing archival instruction and reference in accordance with professional standards and Media Archives best practices.
• Conducts tours of the building and exhibits, plans screenings, and coordinates other outreach efforts to promote and provide public access Media Archives collections.
• Promotes communication within the Department and the Libraries by encouraging and actively engaging in the exchange of needed information.
• Contributes to the mission of the Department by participating in the development and evaluation of policies and services, assessing user needs and satisfaction with learning outcomes, and serving on appropriate committees.
• Enhances the state, regional and national status of the Libraries and the University and develops and maintains professional skills by participating in continuing education and professional development activities such as conferences, workshops, and committee work by conducting research or writing for publication, or by engaging in other creative learning activities.
• Maintains awareness and acts upon changes and needs in the organization by assuming similar duties and responsibilities.

Percentage Of Time

100

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

Applicant Documents
Required Documents

1. Resume/CV
2. Cover Letter
3. List of References with Contact Information

Optional Documents