Pembroke Center Archivist, Brown University, Providence, RI
Posted March 23, 2015
Position Description:
The Pembroke Center Archivist is charged with supporting the missions of the Pembroke Center and the Feminist Theory Papers archives. The Feminist Theory Papers is a unique and still growing collection of over one hundred feminist scholars who have changed the intellectual landscape of universities and their disciplines in the United States and internationally. The position provides the vision and momentum for the Feminist Theory Papers with strategic planning, coordinating the internal and external advisory boards, and keeping up-to-date on current practices in the field of archives. The day-to-day tasks of the archivist are to oversee relations with papers donors and the Brown University Library, solicit archival collections, coordinate the transfer of materials from donor to archives, sort, arrange and describe archival materials, create DACS-compliant EAD finding aids, collaborate with subject librarians and the Center for Digital Scholarship, and supervise student interns. Other responsibilities of the position include seeking and pursuing funding, outreach, volunteer, and collaboration opportunities. The archivist participates in the Pembroke Center’s fundraising efforts and events.
Position Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree, preferably in a humanities field with some familiarity with feminist theory, plus 2-4 years of directly related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience required;
- Master’s degree in Library and Information Science or Archives Management from an ALA-accredited program preferred;
- Master’s degree in a humanities field that assists in knowledge of feminist theorists as well as research practices and methodologies desirable.
- Demonstrated experience in the arrangement and description of archival and manuscripts collections.
- Demonstrated knowledge of archival description theory and practice, including applications such as DACS, MARC, EAD, or similar emerging applications.
- Knowledge of digital library practices, technology trends, and metadata schemes, such as METS and MODS and their successors.
- Demonstrated high level of written and oral communication skills.
- Ability to interact effectively with many different constituencies.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Strong knowledge of and experience with digital archive initiatives, particularly in the development of policies and procedures.
- Working knowledge of AACR2, AAT, LCSH, and LC classification.
- Strong computer application skills.
- Experience working with donor solicitation and fundraising.
Background Check:
Criminal background check required along with an education verification.
NOTE:
This position is 75% time for a term of one year from the date of hire.