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Position Opening - Richmond, VA



Special Collections Librarian

Virginia Union University Library seeks an innovative individual for the
position of Special Collections Librarian.  Under the direction of the
Library Director, this position is responsible for developing, organizing,
preserving and providing access to the L. Douglas Wilder Collection,
institutional records and manuscript collections.  The L. Douglas Wilder
Collection consists of memorabilia (including photographs and videos)
covering the life and political career of the nation's first African
American elected governor.  Position also catalogs and maintains the rare
books collection.

Additional responsibilities:  Provide reference service at other public
service desks; some night/weekend desk duty required.  Reference service
includes assisting and instructing patrons in the use of on-line resources.

Requirements:  an ALA-accredited M.L.S.; course work in archives and
preservation; relevant work experience in an academic library; demonstrated
commitment to public and university service; excellent oral and written
communication skills; ability to work effectively with all levels of staff,
faculty and students in a culturally diverse learning environment.

Please send cover letter, resume, and three references (including addresses
and telephone numbers) to:

                        Library Director
                        L. Douglas Wilder Library
                        Virginia Union University
                        1500 North Lombardy Street
                        Richmond, VA  23220-1711
                        (804) 257-5820
                        (804) 257-5818 fax
                        lamyers@vuu.edu
Cathy Lynn Mundale
Archivist/Special Collections Librarian
Virginia Union University
cmundale@vuu.edu
(804)278-4124

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