Assistant Archivist & Rare Books Librarian
Archives & Special Collections at the SUNY Upstate Health Sciences Library
Syracuse, NY
Priority will be given to applications received by June 7, 2019.
The Archives & Special Collections of the Health Sciences Library (HSL) at Upstate Medical University is seeking an energetic and proficient assistant archivist to support the various roles of the department. The Archives & Special Collections contains university archives; rare books and journals; antique medical and laboratory equipment; photographs and slides; portraits and other paintings. The mission of the Archives & Special Collections department is to preserve records that document the history, organization, policies, activities, and people of Upstate Medical University and Hospital, and its' predecessor institutions, and the history of medicine, especially in central New York; and to make those records available to researchers.
This job is for you if you:
· Are self-directed and solution oriented
- Take initiative and identify opportunities to produce positive change
- Pursue continuous learning and professional growth
· Enjoy a diverse and collaborative work environment
Responsibilities
· Process archival collections according to accepted arrangement and description practices, including the creation of an EAD finding aid.
· Maintain current and accurate donor, accession and collection records in ArchivesSpace.
- Support the implementation of a university-wide archival records retention program.
- Digitize materials according to best practice for use in NY Heritage online collections and input metadata into the METS based digital collections metadata manager.
- Help with design and implementation of outreach projects including presentations and exhibits.
- Respond to reference requests accurately and in a timely manner.
· Represent the department at professional functions or as assigned.
· Supervise student workers and interns.
- Oversee the department in cases when the Assistant Director is out of the office.
- Assist with other archival and administrative duties as assigned.
Qualifications – Required
· MSLIS, with focus in archives, or MA in Archives, Museum Studies or related field
· Strong communication (written and verbal) skills
· Ability to balance multiple projects while working independently
Qualifications – Preferred
· 2 or more years of experience with archives and/or special collections
· Experience with digitization projects and preserving digital materials
· Familiarity with ContentDM and/or METS
· Familiarity with EAD
· Knowledge of ArchivesSpace and ALMA/Primo
· Experience implementing archival records program
· Experience cataloging rare books
Salary & Benefits:
This is a full-time, tenure track position.
Salary is commensurate with experience and a full benefits package is offered.
Summary of benefits http://www.upstate.edu/hr/new_staff/benefits_payroll/uup_benefits.php
At the HSL, we:
· Provide the resources and support you need to succeed on the job.
· Offer a competitive salary and a respectful, inclusive work environment.
· Are committed to your professional development, supporting training opportunities and travel to national and regional meetings.
· Accommodate a healthy work/life balance http://www.upstate.edu/hr/new_staff/work_life/
HSL Mission: Through its exemplary customer services, the Upstate Health Sciences Library ensures the discoverability and accessibility of the information resources needed to promote a healthy community.
HSL Vision: The Upstate Health Sciences Library will excel at developing and providing innovative and sustainable solutions to meet information needs. We will be our communities' vital partner in discovery.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status or disability.
The university seeks to create a work environment and organizational culture that reflect the society and community in which it is located and a climate for the success of every employee by appreciating the uniqueness that each one brings to the workplace.
More about working at Upstate Medical University http://www.upstate.edu/hr/jobs/10reasons.php
Apply online at http://careers.upstate.edu/cw/en-us/job/493205/assistant-archivist-and-rare-books-librarian