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Job Summary:

The University Libraries at Radford University seeks a creative, user-oriented University Archivist and Head of Archives and Special Collections to lead our Archives and Special Collections team. This role is essential to preserving and promoting the history, culture, and development of our institution, ensuring that archival materials reflect and document our diverse university community and contribute to our Appalachian Collection and Special Collections. Reporting to the University Librarian, the University Archivist will oversee all aspects of Archives and Special Collections operations, including appraisal, acquisition, arrangement, description, and conservation of materials. Additionally, this position provides specialized outreach, reference, and instructional services to foster the use of our collections by students, faculty, staff, alumni, and external researchers. This is a twelve-month, non-tenured professional faculty position, with starting rank based upon experience and qualifications. It includes responsibilities for collection development, university service, and professional contributions.

Guided by our core values, Radford University thrives in an environment where community, collaboration, and inclusiveness are valued. We believe diversity drives innovation, excellence, and perspective, and that teamwork and respect for our students, peers, and leaders assist us in our superior results. Radford University is a comprehensive public university of more than 7,800 students that has received national recognition for many of its undergraduate and graduate academic programs, as well as its sustainability initiatives. The university is focused on providing outstanding academic programs in a student-centered environment. It is well known for its strong faculty/student bonds and innovative use of technology in the learning environment. Radford is located by the New River close to the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains of Virginia, 36 miles southwest of Roanoke, VA.

Required Qualifications:

• Strong leadership, interpersonal, and supervisory skills, with a commitment to fostering teamwork and collaboration.
• Expertise in archival standards, preservation practices, and archival management software.
• Proficiency in digital preservation tools and experience in creating online finding aids.
• Strong communication skills, both oral and written, with experience preparing reports and instructional materials.
• Cataloging experience following national archival standards and best practices. Demonstrated experience creating and maintaining online archival finding aids.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience supporting undergraduate student research with archival materials. 
• Experience working with rare book collections.
• Experience procuring collections and outreach.
• Knowledge of Appalachian history and culture.

Work Location: Radford

Posting Number: AP00469P

Position Number: FA0030

Department: Library-11901

Application Review Date: 01/02/2025

About Radford University

Radford University serves the Commonwealth of Virginia and the nation through a wide range of academic, cultural, human service and research programs. Radford University is committed to creating and supporting a highly productive, diverse and qualified workforce. As one of the largest employers in the region, Radford University seeks employees who support teaching, research and the public service mission of the university.

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