Processing/Digital Archivist
Description
The Processing/Digital Archivist processes The Doy Leale McCall Rare Book and Manuscript Library
collections of all format types by arranging, preserving, and writing finding aids. Coordinates the
processing and preservation of program materials and maintains the webpage. Responsible for the
digitization of McCall materials and creation of corresponding metadata. Composes descriptions as
needed for digital objects and submits the descriptions to the archivist for review and approval.
Supervises student workers and also monitors the transcription process. Provide research and
reference assistance to users of The Doy Leale McCall Rare Book and Manuscript Library collections.
Monitors Reading Room researchers, and explains and enforces policies and procedures. Will assist in
designing exhibits. Posts daily to the McCall social media platforms.
This is a twelve-month, tenure-track Library faculty appointment at the rank of Assistant Librarian with
a start date of August 15, 2016.
Qualifications:
Required:
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ALA accredited MLS, or MA in a related field.
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One year of experience in a library, archives, or museum; processing archival collections
and writing finding aids; application of metadata content and metadata standards
relevant to the archival control of digital objects (Dublin Core, MODS).
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Previous publications or presentations.
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Knowledge of best practices for the arrangement, description, and preservation of
collections.
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Familiarity with archival collections management systems or databases, such as
PastPerfect.
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Demonstrated ability to work individually and collaboratively in a team environment.
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Excellent organizational skills, accuracy, and attention to detail.
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Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills.
Preferred:
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Understanding of copyright and rights management issues.
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Experience working with social media platforms, such as Facebook, Tumblr and Twitter.
Review of applications will begin June 1, 2016 and will continue until position filled. Submit letter of
application, CV, Official transcripts, Biographical Data Form and three signed professional letters of
reference to:
Carol Ellis, Chair Processing Digital Archivist – Assistant Librarian Search Committee
Marx Library, University of South Alabama
5901 USA Drive North
Mobile, AL 36688
Or at cellis@southalabama.edu
The University of South Alabama is an EO/AA employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race,
color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity and gender
expression), religion, age, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status.