PROJECT ARCHIVIST - DRAWINGS AND ARCHIVES
AVERY ARCHITECTURAL AND FINE ARTS LIBRARY
The Avery Architectural and Fine Arts Library, is searching for an
experienced archivist to process the architectural drawings and project
records of the New York architectural firm Emery Roth & Sons. This position
will be funded for 15 months with the possibility of extension. Funding for
the position will begin on the selectee's start date. The collection covers
the production of the firm's post-1950 work and includes records of several
significant Manhattan office buildings as well as project papers. The
Drawings and Archives consist of more than 1 million architectural drawings,
photographs, manuscripts, and other architectural archives. The department
is part of the Avery Library, a leading research library on architecture,
historic preservation, art history, painting, sculpture, graphic arts,
decorative arts, city planning, real estate, and archaeology. The Library
contains more than 400,000 volumes and receives approximately 1,900
periodicals.
Working under the supervision of the Curator of Drawing and Archives, the
Project Archivist will be responsible for:
- Processing architectural drawings, including ordering of projects,
description of drawings by title, date, associated architects, genres, among
other metadata, and coordinating drawings with archival materials.
- Processing architectural project files, including ordering of files,
description of contents, re-housing as necessary, and coordinating archival
materials with architectural drawings.
- Arranging and describing architectural collections in an electronic
database following DACS and other emerging standards. Includes searching,
authority work, description & subject analysis.
- Assigning, revising, and training support staff and students to provide
assistance with tasks above, including inputting, processing, and research
in archival files. The position will also be responsible for other duties
as assigned.
Requirements are: ALA accredited MLS with formal course work in archives
administration or an MA in archival management, and two years related
experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. The
incumbent must have thorough knowledge of archival processing and
preservation theories and procedure; working knowledge of Microsoft Access;
ability to work effectively, both independently and as a member or a team;
ability to combine accuracy and efficiency; proven organizational and
supervisory skills; proven interpersonal skills. Must be able to lift and
carry heavy boxes and must be able to climb ladders.
This position has been classified as a PC I position. Salary is
commensurate with experience. We offer excellent benefits including 100%
Columbia tuition exemption for self and family and assistance with
University housing. Columbia will also pay 50% tuition for your dependent
child who is a candidate for an undergraduate degree at another accredited
college or university.
One of the world's leading research universities, Columbia provides
outstanding opportunities to work and grow in a unique intellectual
community. Set in the Morningside Heights academic village, Columbia also
presents the unmatched dynamism, diversity and cultural richness of New York
City. The University Libraries, grounded in collections of remarkable depth
and breadth, are also building extensive electronic resources and services.
The Libraries at Columbia are committed to collegiality, professionalism,
innovation and leadership.
For immediate consideration please e-mail your resume and the names/contact
information for 3 references to: [log in to unmask]
or send it to:
Human Resources
Columbia University
Box 18
Butler Library
MC 1104
535 West 114th Street
New York, NY 10027
Please reference Search # UL70107003 and include your e-mail address.
Applications will be accepted immediately and until the position is filled;
however, applications submitted before April 7, 2007 will receive priority
consideration.
Columbia University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.
Minorities and women are encouraged to apply.
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