Associate Librarian/Archivist
(Title Code: 3618)
(temporary two-year position)
Environmental Design Archives, College of Environmental Design
University of California, Berkeley
Salary Range: $40,248-$57,984
Associate Librarian/Archivist will serve a split position. The major
responsibilities will be as the Project Manager for a two-year
multi-institutional collaborative project funded by the Getty Grant Program
to create a virtual collection for the archives of Greene & Greene
Architects. The Greene & Greene Virtual Archives will electronically unite
important records held by the Environmental Design Archives at UCB, the
Avery Library at Columbia University, and the Gamble House of the
University of Southern California.
The Associate Librarian will also serve as Archivist for the Environmental
Design Archives. The Environmental Design Archives, a unit of the College
of Environmental Design, is an extensive source of written and visual
information on the development of Bay Area and Northern California
architecture and landscape architecture. A part-time faculty curator,
permanent full time curator, half-time archivist, and reference specialist
are now in place to manage a full archival program including acquisitions,
processing, cataloging, reference and outreach. In addition, the Archives
is managing four temporary FTE on grant funding.
Responsibilities:
Working in consultation with both the Curator of the Environmental Design
Archives and the Director of the Gamble House, the Project Manager for the
Greene & Greene Virtual Archives will develop strategies for project
planning and implementation; oversee the processing of the architectural
collections and implement the online cataloging using MARC and EAD;
coordinate operations among participating institutions including diverse
procedures and multi-institutional collections; determine selection of
images to be digitized and manage related workflow; create a web site for
the Greene & Greene Virtual Archives, and train and supervise project staff.
As Archivist for the Environmental Design Archives, the Associate Librarian
will work independently to manage a system of electronic description and
access, respond to complex reference requests and provide instruction to
researchers regarding handling of special architectural media and copyright
issues; supervise accessioning and archival processing of complex
collections; promote collections through publication, exhibition, and
public speaking; research fundraising options and write grants; maintain a
web site and involvement in digital archives projects, and serve as liaison
to the Online Archive of California and the California Digital Library.
Qualifications
REQUIRED: Graduate degree from an ALA-accredited institution, Master's
degree in Archival Administration or equivalent degree; and a minimum of
three years successful experience with archival collections. Experience
with digital projects and on-line description and cataloging including an
understanding of current trends and techniques. Experience with MARC and
EAD standards for description as well as familiarity with metadata concepts
and standards. Well-developed computer and on-line searching
skills. Demonstrated skills in development and creation of web sites and
documents. Must have excellent analytical, interpersonal and communication
skills, initiative and flexibility. Candidate must have strong commitment
to excellence in service and demonstrated ability to work independently as
well as collaboratively in a complex, changing environment.
UCB librarians are expected to participate in library-wide planning and
governance, to be able to work comfortably in a shared decision-making
environment, and to be active professionally. Professional contributions
beyond the primary job, e.g., publications, leadership in University and
professional organizations, and other research and creative activity, are
required for advancement within the professional librarian series.
Candidates must show evidence of such contributions.
DESIRED: Candidates with combinations of the following additional
qualifications will be given preference: Supervisory and training
experience, experience with architectural records and/or a background in
design, experience with MS Access software and knowledge of relational
database concepts, demonstrated experience in development and documentation
of standards and procedures.
College of Environmental Design is committed to the support and
encouragement of a multicultural environment and seeks candidates who can
make positive contributions in a context of ethnic and cultural diversity.
DEADLINE: Open until filled
Applicants should apply in writing, including with their letter a complete
statement of qualifications, a full resume of their education and relevant
experience, and the names, addresses, and phone numbers of three references
who are knowledgeable about their qualifications for this position.
You may mail your application package to: Waverly B. Lowell, Curator
Environment
Environmental Design Archives
College of
Environmental Design
University
of California
230 Wurster
Hall #1820
Berkeley,
CA 94720-1820
Or FAX to: 510-642-2824
The University of California Is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative
Action Employer
Waverly Lowell
Environmental Design Archives
College of Environmental Design
University of California
230 Wurster Hall #1820
Berkeley, CA 94720-1820
phone: 510.642.5124
fax: 510.642.2824
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