Central Michigan University
ARCHIVES & REFERENCE SPECIALIST
Central Michigan University, Lansing, Michigan, United States,
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Central Michigan University is dedicated to fostering a broadly diverse and inclusive campus that respects all social identities, experiences, and perspectives. In an effort to further this initiative, we are especially interested in candidates who will advance and promote an inclusive and supportive environment for every member of our university community.You must submit an online application in order to be considered as an applicant for this position.Cover letters may be addressed to the Hiring Committee.This position will remain open until filled. However, the university reserves the right to close the recruitment process once a sufficient applicant pool has been identified. For best consideration, please submit application materials before August 19, 2024.Position Information
Position Title:
ARCHIVES & REFERENCE SPECIALISTPosition Summary
The Clarke Historical Library’s Archives and Reference Specialist will be a member of two Clarke teams: Archives and Public Services. As a member of the archives team and under the direction of the Archivist, they will assist with processing a wide range of digital and print archives. As a member of the public services team and under the direction of the Public Services Librarian, they will assist with reference and outreach services. The Archives and Reference Specialist reports to the Clarke’s Public Services Librarian.Required Qualifications
Associate’s degree.One year of experience working in a library setting.Knowledge of archives and historical research.Ability and commitment to learn and adopt new technologies and skills.Evidence of strong written and oral communication skills, good judgment, critical thinking, and organizational and analytical skills.Evidence of ability and desire to work effectively, positively, and collegially with a wide variety of users including students, faculty, staff, and the community.Evidence of ability to work in a team-based setting where collaboration, flexibility, reliability, and creativity are essential.Committed to equity, diversity, inclusion, belonging, accessibility, and to serving the research and learning needs of a diverse population.Ability to perform long periods of desk-based computer tasks.Ability to perform the essential functions and requirements of the job with or without reasonable accommodations.Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree.One year of experience in providing user-facing services in a library.One year work experience arranging and describing archives and creating finding aids.Knowledge of digital archives preservation practices.Training or course work in archives management.Knowledge of rights management issues for digital and print archives and university records.Duties & Responsibilities
Assists with preservation monitoring and mitigation actions for digital archives using established tools, systems, and practices.Assists in a wide range of activities needed to make archival collections in all formats accessible for research, from arranging and describing to creating and encoding finding aids.Provides reference service in-person in the reading room and by phone, email, and online, ensuring excellent service and positive research interactions for researchers of all skill levels; when needed, supports other public services operations such as instruction and outreach. Staffs Clarke events when needed.Carries out activities for storing and accessing library materials; supports others in the Clarke to carry out these operations.Stays current with archival and special collections public services standards and practices.Serves on library committees.Performs other duties as assigned.Supervision Exercised
None.Employee Group
Supervisory TechnicalPay Range
$17.00 - $26.50 per hour, estimated salary between $17.00 - $20.00 per hourPosition Status
Regular, Full-TimeWeekly Work Schedule
M-F 8-5, Evenings and Weekends as NecessaryLocation
Mount Pleasant, MICMU Commitment
CMU, an AA/EO institution, strongly and actively strives to increase diversity and provide equal opportunity within its community. CMU does not discriminate against persons based on age, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, height, marital status, national origin, political persuasion, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, race, religion, sex, sex-based stereotypes, sexual orientation, transgender status, veteran status, or weight.
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link/button.Please see Special Instructions for more details.
Central Michigan University is dedicated to fostering a broadly diverse and inclusive campus that respects all social identities, experiences, and perspectives. In an effort to further this initiative, we are especially interested in candidates who will advance and promote an inclusive and supportive environment for every member of our university community.You must submit an online application in order to be considered as an applicant for this position.Cover letters may be addressed to the Hiring Committee.This position will remain open until filled. However, the university reserves the right to close the recruitment process once a sufficient applicant pool has been identified. For best consideration, please submit application materials before August 19, 2024.Position Information
Position Title:
ARCHIVES & REFERENCE SPECIALISTPosition Summary
The Clarke Historical Library’s Archives and Reference Specialist will be a member of two Clarke teams: Archives and Public Services. As a member of the archives team and under the direction of the Archivist, they will assist with processing a wide range of digital and print archives. As a member of the public services team and under the direction of the Public Services Librarian, they will assist with reference and outreach services. The Archives and Reference Specialist reports to the Clarke’s Public Services Librarian.Required Qualifications
Associate’s degree.One year of experience working in a library setting.Knowledge of archives and historical research.Ability and commitment to learn and adopt new technologies and skills.Evidence of strong written and oral communication skills, good judgment, critical thinking, and organizational and analytical skills.Evidence of ability and desire to work effectively, positively, and collegially with a wide variety of users including students, faculty, staff, and the community.Evidence of ability to work in a team-based setting where collaboration, flexibility, reliability, and creativity are essential.Committed to equity, diversity, inclusion, belonging, accessibility, and to serving the research and learning needs of a diverse population.Ability to perform long periods of desk-based computer tasks.Ability to perform the essential functions and requirements of the job with or without reasonable accommodations.Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree.One year of experience in providing user-facing services in a library.One year work experience arranging and describing archives and creating finding aids.Knowledge of digital archives preservation practices.Training or course work in archives management.Knowledge of rights management issues for digital and print archives and university records.Duties & Responsibilities
Assists with preservation monitoring and mitigation actions for digital archives using established tools, systems, and practices.Assists in a wide range of activities needed to make archival collections in all formats accessible for research, from arranging and describing to creating and encoding finding aids.Provides reference service in-person in the reading room and by phone, email, and online, ensuring excellent service and positive research interactions for researchers of all skill levels; when needed, supports other public services operations such as instruction and outreach. Staffs Clarke events when needed.Carries out activities for storing and accessing library materials; supports others in the Clarke to carry out these operations.Stays current with archival and special collections public services standards and practices.Serves on library committees.Performs other duties as assigned.Supervision Exercised
None.Employee Group
Supervisory TechnicalPay Range
$17.00 - $26.50 per hour, estimated salary between $17.00 - $20.00 per hourPosition Status
Regular, Full-TimeWeekly Work Schedule
M-F 8-5, Evenings and Weekends as NecessaryLocation
Mount Pleasant, MICMU Commitment
CMU, an AA/EO institution, strongly and actively strives to increase diversity and provide equal opportunity within its community. CMU does not discriminate against persons based on age, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, height, marital status, national origin, political persuasion, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, race, religion, sex, sex-based stereotypes, sexual orientation, transgender status, veteran status, or weight.
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