The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga (UTC) Library seeks applicants for the position of Manuscripts Archivist in the Special Collections unit. Reporting to the Director of Special Collections, the Manuscripts Archivist is responsible for the overall management of Manuscripts and Chattanooga History Collections' materials. The Manuscripts Archivist leads engagement efforts with manuscript collections to advance discovery and learning, promotes manuscript holdings through outreach, research and reference services, and cultivates partnerships that connect the Library's expertise, resources, and services with the varying needs of a diverse constituency. The Manuscripts Archivist also collaborates with donors, and provides and coordinates appraisal, accessioning, processing, arrangement, description, and preservation of materials in all formats.
The minimum annual salary is $48,000, commensurate with experience.
Candidates may view the full posting and submit applications electronically through the UTC Faculty Career Site at https://ut.taleo.net/careersection/utc_faculty/jobdetail.ftl?job=21000000LE. The review of applications begins on May 24, 2021 and continues until the position is filled.
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Carolyn Runyon
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Assistant Head of Collection Services and Director of Special Collections
University of Tennessee at Chattanooga Library
615 McCallie Ave., Chattanooga, TN 37403
Carolyn-Runyon@utc.edu, (423) 425-4503
Dept. 6456, LIB 439D
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