SAL2 Project Archivist for University Archives

Minimum Requirements

Education and Experience (at Librarian 1 level):

●       MLS from an ALA-accredited program or equivalent required; a concentration in archives preferred.

●       Basic knowledge of archival processing and how academic archives function.

●       One or more years of experience in a library or related setting with evidence of capacity to work at a high level of responsibility or a combination of education and relevant experience.

Education and Experience (at Librarian 2 level):

●     MLS from an ALA-accredited program or equivalent required; a concentration in archives preferred.

●     Basic to intermediate knowledge of archival processing and how academic archives function.

●     Two or more years experience processing and cataloging archival organizational records or manuscript collections required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (at Librarian 1 level):

●     Experience in an archival repository cataloging and processing archival or manuscript collections.

●     Basic knowledge of archival descriptive and metadata standards (e.g., Describing Archives: A Content Standard (DACS), Encoded Archival Description (EAD); ability to rapidly learn and implement new descriptive practices adopted by the department and/or Stanford Libraries.

●     Familiarity with collections management and tracking applications, e.g., ArchivesSpace and Aeon.

●     Basic knowledge of relevant aspects of library operations, including understanding of contemporary archival practices, trends, and emerging technologies for managing, processing, and providing access to archival collections in physical and digital formats.

●     High level of proficiency with computers and desktop applications, including e.g., Microsoft Office, Google Apps, Trello, MarcEdit, Oxygen, and OpenRefine.

●     Basic knowledge of current cataloging procedures and principles as defined in AACR2, the MARC Bibliographic, Holdings, and Authorities formats, and LC subject headings and classification.

●     Demonstrated consistent accuracy and attention to detail while maintaining a very high level of productivity.

●     Ability to work independently and as a team member in a rapidly changing environment on a variety of simultaneous workflows.

●     Basic understanding of the broad scope of library operations with ability to understand how their role impacts and interacts with the rest of the organization.

●     Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

●     Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.

●     Strong verbal and written communication skills.

●     Supervisory skills and/or basic supervisory experience. 

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (at Librarian 2 level):

●     Experience in an archival repository cataloging and processing a broad variety of archival or manuscript collections.

●     Experience applying library and archival descriptive and metadata standards (e.g., Describing Archives: A Content Standard (DACS), Encoded Archival Description (EAD), Metadata Object Descriptive Schema (MODS); ability to rapidly learn and implement new descriptive practices adopted by the department and/or Stanford Libraries.

●     Experience with collections management and tracking applications, e.g., ArchivesSpace and Aeon.

●     Knowledge of relevant aspects of library operations, including understanding of contemporary archival practices, trends, and emerging technologies for managing, processing, and providing access to archival collections in physical and digital formats.

●     High level of proficiency with computers and desktop applications, including e.g., Microsoft Office, Google Apps, Trello, MarcEdit, Oxygen, and OpenRefine.

●     Theoretical and practical knowledge of current cataloging procedures and principles as defined in AACR2, the MARC Bibliographic, Holdings, and Authorities formats, and LC subject headings and classification.

●     Demonstrated consistent accuracy and attention to detail while maintaining a very high level of productivity.

●     Ability to work independently and as a team member in a rapidly changing environment on a variety of simultaneous workflows.

●     Demonstrated understanding of the broad scope of library operations with ability to understand how their role impacts and interacts with the rest of the organization.

●     Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

●     Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.

●     Strong verbal and written communication skills.

●     Supervisory experience.

Physical requirements: *

●     Constantly perform desk-based computer tasks.

●     Occasionally sitting.

●     Frequently stand/walk, reach/work above shoulders, grasp lightly/fine manipulation, grasp forcefully, use a telephone, sort/file paperwork or parts, lift/carry/push/pull objects that weigh up to 40 pounds with accommodation when working with collection materials.

●     Rarely twist/bend/stoop/squat, kneel/crawl.

●     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.

Work Standards:

●     Interpersonal Skills: Demonstrates the ability to work well with Stanford colleagues and clients and 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 expected pay range for this position at Librarian 1 is $76,000 to $85,000 per annum. The expected pay range for this position at Librarian 2 is $86,000 to $93,000 per annum.

 Stanford University provides pay ranges representing its good faith estimate of what the university reasonably expects to pay for a position. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal equity, geographic location, and external market pay for comparable jobs.

Stanford is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Stanford welcomes applications from all who would bring additional dimensions to the University’s research, teaching, and clinical missions. We believe Stanford’s future success will be shaped by the diverse perspectives, unique experiences, and inclusive culture of its community.

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Note: Not all unique aspects of the job are covered by this job description. ​​There are two positions being hired. Please apply to both positions for full consideration.