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.