Head of Archival and Collection Services, John Cotton Dana Library
Rutgers University Libraries – Newark Campus
RESPONSIBILITIES: The Rutgers University Libraries seek an experienced,
innovative, and service-oriented librarian to fill the position of Head of
Archival and Collection Services of the John Cotton Dana Library on the Newark
Campus of Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey. Reporting to the
Director of the Dana Library, the Head of Archival and Collection Services will
take a leadership role in the effective management and oversight of archival and
research collections in the Library, including the Institute of Jazz Studies, in
ensuring the provision of library and information services to the diverse
academic community. Applying archival and collections-related expertise and
insight and working closely with the Collections Coordinators for Dana Library
and Jazz Institute, as well as the reference librarians and archivists, the Head
of Archival and Collection Services provides leadership in the implementation
and use of best practices and cutting-edge techniques in the management and
processing of archival collections and the management of other library research
collections. Initiates and oversees the completion of collections-related
projects. Advises the library director on the acceptance of gift collections for
the Dana Archives. Coordinates the communication and collective decision making
of librarians on collections-related topics. As a member of a university-wide
faculty, the Head of Archival and Collection Services is expected to participate
in system-wide initiatives, committees, and task forces, and to demonstrate
commitment to continual professional development through scholarly research
relevant to areas of responsibility, including publications, presentations and
participation and leadership in the work of relevant professional associations.
QUALIFICATIONS: A strong record of professional experience and accomplishment in
an academic or research library, archives, or similar setting, with substantial
professional experience in archival processing and management, as well as
collections services. Prior administrative experience and the ability to
articulate a vision of the role of archival and research collections in the
delivery of library and information services to a diverse academic community.
Successful experience working with teams. Key skills include effective
communication with library and archival colleagues, teaching faculty,
administration, students, and alumni; innovation, and organizational ability.
Awareness of national issues and trends in archives and in collections services.
Must have the ability and desire to meet tenure and promotion requirements.
Thus, the successful candidate will have a Master’s degree from an
ALA-accredited institution, a Master’s degree in History or Archival Studies, or
a closely-related, relevant advanced degree; and a strong record in scholarship,
service, and leadership in the profession.
SALARY: Salary and rank will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.
STATUS/BENEFITS: Faculty status, calendar year appointment, retirement plans,
life/health insurance, prescription drug, dental and eyeglass plans, tuition
remission, one month vacation.
LIBRARY AND UNIVERSITY PROFILE: The Rutgers University Libraries (RUL),
comprised of libraries on the University’s Camden, New Brunswick, and Newark
Campuses, all reporting to the Vice President for Information Services and
University Librarian, operate as a unified library system with coordinated
public services, technical services, and collection development. The Libraries
have a staff of 304, a budget of $21 million, and holdings numbering more than
3.6 million volumes. Rutgers University Libraries are a member of ARL, CRL,
Metro, NERL, and VALE, and use SirsiDynix and OCLC as their primary
bibliographic utilities. Rutgers University is a member of the Association of
American Universities. The Newark Campus of Rutgers University is a
doctoral-degree granting research institution that is a leading education and
research center. Classified as a Carnegie Research Intensive institution,
Rutgers-Newark offers 14 doctoral programs: American studies, applied physics,
biology, chemistry, criminal justice, environmental sciences, global affairs,
integrative neuroscience, management, mathematical sciences, nursing,
psychology, public administration, and urban systems, and is the most diverse
campus in the country. For more information go to the RUL website:
http://www.libraries.rutgers.edu and to learn about the Dana Library and Newark
Campus go to: http://library.newark.rutgers.edu. Rutgers is an ADVANCE
institution, committed to increase diversity and the participation and
advancement of women in the STEM disciplines.
TO APPLY: CONSIDERATION OF APPLICATIONS WILL BEGIN IMMEDIATELY. To apply
please email your application in Word format (include cover letter, resume, and
names of three references) to: Sandra Troy, (APP. 192), University Libraries
Human Resources Manager, Rutgers University Libraries, 169 College Avenue, New
Brunswick, NJ 08901-1163, email: rulhr_at_rulmail.rutgers.edu, FAX: 732-932-7637
Rutgers, the State University of New Jersey, is an equal-opportunity,
affirmative-action employer. The Libraries are strongly and actively committed
to diversity, and seek candidates who will contribute creatively to the
University’s multicultural environment.
Received on Sat May 28 2011 - 07:05:12 EDT