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Department Head, Special Collections -- Georgia State University --
Georgia
DEPARTMENT HEAD, SPECIAL COLLECTIONS
Georgia State University Library seeks a visionary, innovative leader for
its dynamic and forward looking Special Collections and Archives. With a
focus on modern American history in the south and beyond, the Special
Collections Department exhibits outstanding strengths in social activism
and popular culture. Current collections include the Southern Labor
Archives, the Women's Collection, the Georgia State University Archives,
the Popular Music Collection including the Johnny Mercer archives, the
Rare Book Collection, the Georgia Government Documentation Project
Collection, and the Photograph Collection. Reporting to the Dean of
Libraries, this position provides direction for all aspects of special
collections, including strategic planning, acquisition of collections, and
management of departmental faculty and classified staff. As a member of the
library administrative group, participates in the planning and development
of library-wide policies and programs.Responsibilities: Provides
leadership for the acquisition, cataloging, preservation, and
accessibility of current and future collections. Fosters the constituent
relations of the department, including donor and patron relations with the
university community, labor community, music industry, and other donors.
Secures outside support for special projects in the department that cannot
be met through regular state funding and keeps abreast of developments in
the field of special collections. Organizes the department for the most
effective performance of its function; identifies departmental goals,
establishes priorities, and develops departmental policies and procedures.
Advises and collaborates on projects with other library departments and
university departments in support of the University's mission.
Participates in activities related to the criteria for promotion and
tenure as required by the Board of Regents and as defined in the Library
Statement on Appointment, Promotion, and Tenure.Requirements:
ALA-accredited or Georgia BOR-approved Master's degree in
information/library science, history, or related field. Relevant
experience in an academic or research library, plus at least three years
professional experience in special collections and/or archives.
Supervisory experience. Demonstrated knowledge of issues, trends,
principles and practices in archival and special collections. Excellent
communication, interpersonal and organizational skills. PREFERRED:
Experience cultivating donors. Knowledge and experience with technological
applications and digital library development as they relate to special
collections and archival management and access. ACA certification.
Interest in popular music, labor history or women's history. Experience
with fundraising/ grant writing desirable. Record of professional service
and scholarly/creative accomplishments.Salary and Rank: $50,000-$70,000
for 12 months commensurate with the candidate's education and experience.
Appointment at a faculty rank, on a contract renewal basis.Submit cover
letter addressing the above qualifications; résumé; name, address and
phone number of three references, including immediate supervisor. Review
of materials will begin March 19, 2007 and continue until the position is
filled. Send materials to Human Resources Coordinator, University Library,
Georgia State University, 100 Decatur Street, SE, Atlanta, GA 30303-3202.
For more information please visit our Web site at
http://www.library.gsu.edu.Georgia State University is an equal
opportunity educational institution, affirmative action employer strongly
committed to cultural diversity.
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