Reference Archivist

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Education & Experience:

Advanced degree in Library Science or a relevant academic discipline with an archival concentration, and demonstrated understanding of reference services in academic libraries and archives or a combination of education and relevant experience.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Commitment to special collections and archives research services, including a keen interest in promoting the research use and appreciation of rare and primary source materials.
• Highly effective written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to address customer expectations for a wide variety of audiences.
• Established understanding of the principles of archival and library theory, practice, standards, and proper handling of unique and fragile materials.
• Familiarity with intellectual property issues related to archives and special collections.
• Demonstrated ability to organize and prioritize work, with strong project management skills and the ability to use considerable judgement and initiative.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Effective at meeting deadlines, adjusting priorities, and working on multiple projects simultaneously.
• Ability to be organized, productive, and effective in a dynamic environment, with the capacity to engage with others to identify challenges and opportunities.
• Preference for a working knowledge of one or more non-English languages; particularly Japanese, Chinese, Russian, or Polish, with other additional languages desirable.

Certifications and Licenses:

• None

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS*:

• Perform desk-based computer tasks.
• Frequently twist/bend/stoop/squat, grasps lightly/fine manipulation, grasp forcefully, sort/file paperwork or parts, lift/carry/push/pull objects that weigh up to 15 pounds.
• Occasionally stand/walk, reach/work above shoulders, writing by hand, kneel/crawl, climb (ladders, scaffolds, or other).
• Occasionally use a telephone, operate hand controls.
• Must be able to push and maneuver a fully loaded cart weighing up to 650 pounds that requires an initial push force up to 50 pounds.

*Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires accommodation to perform the essential functions of the job.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• May work in confined spaces and at heights 4-10 feet; be exposed to dust and mold; work extended hours, evenings, and weekends.
• Travel locally and cross-university.

WORK STANDARDS:

• Interpersonal Skills: Demonstrates the ability to work well with Stanford colleagues and clients as well as with external organizations.
• Promote Culture of Safety: Demonstrates commitment to personal responsibility and value for safety; communicates safety concerns; uses and promotes safe behaviors based on training and lessons learned.
• Subject to and expected to comply with all applicable University policies and procedures, including but not limited to the personnel policies and other policies found in the University's Administrative Guide, http://adminguide.stanford.edu.

The Hoover Institution at Stanford University is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.