DSU and Mundt Foundation Archivist DSU and the Karl E. Mundt Library is looking for an innovative, enthusiastic, service-oriented individual to provide leadership, vision, and oversight of the Karl E. Mundt Archives and Foundation, University Archives, and special collections. The successful applicant must be comfortable taking on a leadership role and working independently in the management of the Archives. Main Responsibilities General office management including bookkeeping, setting up and organizing annual meetings, taking minutes, scheduling meetings, taking reservations for Foundation use, helping researchers, archiving DSU materials, maintaining archives, ordering archival supplies, management of the Mundt Associate project, updating Mundt Foundation brochures, updating and refreshing display cases, helping with genealogy requests, giving Mundt tours and digitizing archive materials. Qualifications Required · Competency in using standard office software and equipment. · An ability to operate in an environment where priorities can change constantly. Ability to work with a diverse group of stakeholders. · Strong oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills. · Ability to work independently and to establish project priorities and manage projects. · An understanding of archives, or records management. Preferred Qualifications · At least a two-year college degree; however, a baccalaureate degree is given higher preference. Experience or knowledge of archival processes AND digitization processes. · Experience creating standard archival finding aids and working with archival materials. · Experience using Adobe software and CONTENTdm. · Experience with archival image capture projects in a production environment: image capture; file processing and metadata collection; quality control. DSU is located in Madison, South Dakota and is accredited through the AQIP process of the Higher Learning Commission and, to support its institutional accreditation, the university emphasizes continuous quality improvement in its institutional decision-making process. Applications are accepted through an on-line employment site. To apply, visit https://yourfuture.sdbor.edu . The employment site will require the attachment of a cover letter, vita, most recent degree transcript (unofficial), and supporting references, including addresses and telephone numbers of at least three references. For questions concerning the position, send emails to [email protected] . Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Dakota State University is committed to recruitment, hiring and retention of minorities. We urge individuals from underrepresented groups to apply. Applicants with disabilities are invited to identify any necessary accommodations required in the application process. E-Verify, EOE.
Posted on: Tue, 05 Aug 2014 21:57:01 +0000
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