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From: Bernadette Cheryl Beredo via <[log in to unmask]<mailto:[log in to unmask]>@forums.archivists.org> Reply-To: "Jarrett <[log in to unmask]<mailto:[log in to unmask]>> via" <[log in to unmask]<mailto:[log in to unmask]>> Date: Thursday, February 18, 2016 at 11:04 AM To: "Jarrett <[log in to unmask]<mailto:[log in to unmask]>> via" <[log in to unmask]<mailto:[log in to unmask]>> Subject: [aac] Job Posting: Railroad Collections Project Archivist Dear all, The Kheel Center for Labor-Management Documentation & Archives at Cornell University is hiring a project archivist. Please share with your networks. For more information, to refer interested candidates, or to apply, please visit: https://cornellu.taleo.net/careersection/10164/jobdetail.ftl?job=31039 Thank you! Cheryl === Railroad Collections Project Archivist-31039 Description Cornell University Library’s Kheel Center for Labor-Management Documentation & Archives seeks qualified candidates for an 18-month, temporary professional position as Railroad Collections Project Archivist. The successful candidate will improve description of 65 archival collections documenting railroad history in the United States, coordinate digitization of roughly 1,600 photographs, and assist with outreach efforts related to the project. With rich manuscript and media collections pertaining to labor unions, management theory and practice, and labor relations and as part of the Martin P. Catherwood Library, the Kheel Center supports the curriculum and research interests of Cornell’s School of Industrial and Labor Relations (ILR School) and attracts scholars nationwide and from all over the world. The Catherwood Library in the ILR School is the nation’s most comprehensive library for workplace issues, specializing in labor history, human resources, collective bargaining, organizational behavior, and international and comparative labor movements. In 2010, Catherwood consolidated with the Nestlé Hospitality Library and the Management Library to form a single structure serving Cornell’s specialized business and labor Schools. The consolidated structure serves over 1800 undergraduates, 1300 graduate students, 100 resident faculty, and extensive distance education, executive education, and extension programs. Cornell University Library is a leading academic research library with outstanding collections, service and instructional programs, and a leader in digital library applications including digitization of its print collections and development of strategies for curation of the research output of its faculty. Responsibilities: Reporting to the Director of the Kheel Center and working closely with other staff, the Railroad Collections Project Archivist is responsible for: assessing the detailed description needs for 65 archival collections documenting railroad history; enhancing basic descriptions of those 65 archival collections as appropriate; and coordinating digitization and online delivery of roughly 1,600 photographs from Kheel Center’s railroad collections. The successful candidate may supervise one or two student assistants and will work closely with the Kheel Center’s Director, Technical Services Archivist, and Digital Archivist. Characteristics: The Railroad Collections Project Archivist is a highly organized and collaborative professional who is able to approach a large, 18-month assignment in a methodical and comprehensive manner. S/he works well with colleagues, drawing on and contributing to their subject and archival expertise, but is also able to work independently. S/he has a strong understanding of standard and traditional archival practices but also embraces the change and opportunities that new technologies bring to the archival field. Most importantly, s/he understands the research process and researchers and can keep their needs in the forefront of their mind when making processing and description decisions. Under the direction of the Kheel Center Director, does archival technical services work on the Kheel Center's railroad history collections and coordinates digitization and online delivery of select railroad history photographs. The Railroad Collections Project Archivist may supervise one or two student assistants and works closely with the Kheel Center's Director, Technical Services Archivist, and Digital Archivist. Qualifications: · Master's degree from an ALA-accredited program with a concentration in archives management, or equivalent combination of education and experience · Knowledge of 20th century US history · Strong organizational, planning, and problem solving skills · Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills · Ability to work both independently and collaboratively with a variety of staff in a rapidly changing environment Preferred Qualifications: · Experience and/or interest in US railroad and labor history · Experience arranging, describing, and preserving archival, manuscript, photographic, and other non-print materials, including experience processing large collections. · Experience creating MARC records and EAD guides for archival collections · Experience working with photographic collections · Degree in history or a related discipline · Record of engagement with professional groups and activities and/or contributions to professional or scholarly literature. Background check may be required for this position. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Cornell University is an innovative Ivy League university and a great place to work. Our inclusive community of scholars, students and staff impart an uncommon sense of larger purpose and contribute creative ideas to further the university's mission of teaching, discovery and engagement. Located in Ithaca, NY, Cornell's far-flung global presence includes the medical college's campuses on the Upper East Side of Manhattan and Doha, Qatar, as well as the new Cornell Tech campus to be built on Roosevelt Island in the heart of New York City. Diversity and Inclusion are a part of Cornell University’s heritage. We are a recognized employer and educator valuing AA/EEO, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities.