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Collections Archivist -- Tarleton State University -- Texas
Seeking Collections Archivist
Tarleton State University, a member of The Texas A&M University System, is
seeking a Collections Archivist. Tarleton is a regional, comprehensive
university, located in Stephenville, Texas, one-hour southwest of Fort
Worth. Academic programs are also offered in Killeen, Waco, Fort Worth,
and Weatherford for a combined enrollment of approximately 9,500 students.
Additional sites include the Dora Lee Langdon Cultural and Educational
Center in Granbury, and the W.K. Gordon Center for Industrial History of
Texas in Thurber.
The Collections Archivist is a joint appointment responsible for the
processing and description of archival and manuscript collections of the
Dick Smith Library and the Gordon Center, development of related web
resources; supervision of archive staff, student assistants, and
volunteers; assisting with outreach activities at the Gordon Center; and
teaching and other duties related to the delivery of a graduate track in
Public History.
This position requires a Master's degree in library science or history,
3-5 years archival experience, strong verbal/written communication
skills, and the ability to work well in a team environment. A certified
archivist with experience working with electronic materials and digitizing
and supervision experience is preferred.
The search committee will begin review of applications on November 19,
2007, and will continue until the position is filled. The desired
starting date is January 1, 2008, but is open to negotiation. This is a
twelve-month appointment with salary commiserate with qualifications.
Benefits include choice of group medical and retirement programs; state
holidays; paid vacation/sick leave; no state or local income tax; and
tuition program.
Apply online at: https://jobs.tarleton.edu, requisition #0600220.
Applications must include a cover letter, resume, and completed Tarleton
employment application. References must be made available upon request.
For more information about Tarleton, visit our Web site at:
http://www.tarleton.edu. Tarleton State University is an EEO/AA
Employer and Educator, committed to excellence through diversity.
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