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CONNECTICUT COLLEGE is conducting a national search for a new Linda Lear Librarian for Special Collections and Archives to assist with the strong demand for use of primary source resources among Connecticut College faculty and students. This position works with the Director of Special Collections and Archives and the College Archivist to acquire and process collections and provide instruction and research services. The Lear Librarian also takes primary responsibility for promoting use of collections in the Lear Center based on his or her academic background and interests.
This is a permanent full-time position and is an excellent opportunity for an early career professional, although we welcome applications from archivists at any stage on their career path. Salary range is mid to upper 50s and there is some funding for relocation reimbursement.
General Duties & Responsibilities:Reporting to the Director of the Linda Lear Center for Special Collections and Archives and working in collaboration with the Director and the College Archivist, this individual is responsible for providing instruction and assistance to classes; assisting in setting processing priorities and making collections accessible to users; providing research assistance to students, faculty, staff, and outside researchers; and participating in Lear Center outreach efforts such as exhibitions, digital projects, social media, and publications. Additional responsibilities include helping to manage the Lear Center's website and instance of ArchivesSpace; developing grant proposals; supervising student workers and volunteers; and engaging in professional development, scholarship, service, and other activities related to development and growth as an academic professional.
Qualifications:
Accredited Masters degree in library or information studies and 1-3 years of applicable experience in special collections or archives, or equivalent experience required; advanced degree in an area related to Lear Center collection strengths, especially environmentalism and conservation, children's literature, or women's history preferred. Demonstrated knowledge of archival theory, methodology, and tools; excellent written and verbal communications and interpersonal skills; ability to build and sustain key relationships with faculty, students, staff, alumni, donors, outside researchers and community and professional colleagues. Preference will be given to candidates who have experience with relevant computer tools including archival digitization equipment and techniques, digital asset management and presentation programs (Omeka, BE Press, Islandora/Fedora, etc.), web editing software, and/or integrated library systems, experience supervising student workers and volunteers, experience preparing and overseeing grant-funded projects and coursework in or experience working with rare books.
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Deborah Kloiber, M.S.I.S, CA, DAS
College Archivist
Linda Lear Center for Special Collections and Archives
Connecticut College
Charles E. Shain Library
270 Mohegan Avenue
New London, CT 06320
860-439-2686
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