JOB ANNOUNCEMENT
Organization: National Museum of Women in the Arts
Position: Assistant Librarian for Archives and Special Collections
Department: Library and Research Center
Reports to: Director of the Library and Research Center
Summary of Position:
The Assistant Librarian for Archives and Special Collections administers and
maintains the National Museum of Women in the Arts’ Institutional Archives
in accordance with standard archival practices. Responsibilities include:
evaluating museum records for permanent retention and updating retention
schedule; establishing and executing written policies regarding
acquisitions, donations, access, and preservation of archival materials;
processing, arranging, and creating finding aids for special collections
housed in Library and Research Center; providing reference service to museum
staff and outside researchers; creating and updating materials to inform
staff and public of museum history, including museum timeline and exhibition
history; helping to identify funding opportunities for archives projects,
and assisting with proposal writing; and participating as member of project
team to develop museum’s online Database of Women Artists.
Competitive salary and benefits.
Qualifications:
Master's degree in library science, with significant coursework in archives
and records management.
At least three years experience in a museum or library archive.
Excellent organizational skills, proficiency in oral and written
communications, and ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Knowledge and/or coursework in art history and women artists preferred.
Interested candidates should email cover letter and resume to NMWA Director
of Administration at [log in to unmask]
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http://www.arlisna.org//membership.html
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