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Position Opening - University Archivist, Georgia State University

  • 1.  Position Opening - University Archivist, Georgia State University

    Posted 12 days ago
    Georgia State University seeks a motivated, collaborative, and service-oriented University Archivist (open rank, non-tenure track faculty: options are: Librarian Instructor, Librarian Assistant Professor, Librarian Associate Professor) to provide leadership and expertise in the management of the University Archives, handling materials in all formats, engaging in instructional activities, and providing research support. The University Archives serves as the official "institutional memory" of the university, providing long-term preservation and access to the collection documenting its development and history.

    Responsibilities Include:

    • Identifies, appraises, and acquires historical administrative and academic records in all formats that document the history of Georgia State University, its faculty, staff, students (including student organizations), and community to build and strengthen the University Archives.
    • Works with administrative units across campus to ensure records identified as permanent records under the University System of Georgia records schedule are acquired, preserved, and accessible.
    • Strategically collects contemporary content that reflects the diverse culture and community of GSU.
    • Prioritizes access to university collections by processing collections in all formats and creating public access to materials in ArchivesSpace.
    • Conducts oral histories of key faculty and administrators to fill gaps in the official institutional record.
    • Engages with student groups to document their activities and history on campus.
    • Promotes the history of the institution through reference, outreach activities, and instruction.
    • Works with other faculty in the Special Collections & Archives department to research, develop, and design engaging and educational physical and digital exhibits.
    • The position serves as a member of the library faculty (12-month, non-tenure track), holds faculty rank, and is expected to participate in research, professional development, and service activities as outlined in the University Library's faculty guidelines. The library is committed to providing exceptional professional development opportunities for its employees. While not required, employees are welcome to further their careers by earning an additional advanced degree, and, in most cases, tuition assistance is available.

    For more information about Special Collections & Archives at GSU visit  About Special Collections - Georgia State University Library

    To learn more about the position and to apply, visit https://facultycareers.gsu.edu/postings/4494



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    Christina Zamon
    Head of Special Collections and Archives
    Georgia State University
    Decatur GA
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