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Position Announcement (Richmond, Kentucky)



University Archivist

Eastern Kentucky University Libraries is accepting applications for the
position of University Archivist.  As Team Leader, this person coordinates
all activities of Special Collections and Archives, a unit of the Research &
Instructional Services Division.  The collection consists of 3000 cubic feet
of archival, manuscript and multimedia materials on university and regional
history and culture, and a 25,000+ volume collection of Kentucky literature,
history, and genealogy.  The Archivist is responsible for obtaining,
assessing, organizing, and administering these collections.  This person is
active in all aspects of the Library's activities such as providing
reference service and library instruction for Special Collections &
Archives, collaborating with faculty and administration in collection and
program development, serving on Library and University committees, and
engaging in community and regional outreach.  The Archivist supervises the
work of a full-time librarian and a full-time classified employee.

Location:  Situated where the Bluegrass meets the foothills of the
Appalachians, EKU is located in Richmond, Kentucky, 26 miles southeast of
Lexington.  The metropolitan areas of Cincinnati, Louisville, and Knoxville,
are within a convenient drive, and Berea, a nationally recognized center for
mountain arts and crafts, is 10 miles to the south.  Also, in and around
Richmond are many areas of historic and scenic interest within easy driving
distance.  The community offers an abundance of services, including quality
health care and excellent schools, such as EKU's own Model School.

Qualifications:  We are looking for an appropriate combination of advanced
academic training and work experience.  A master's degree in a related field
such as archives, library science, American history, or American studies is
the minimum requirement.  At least three years of administrative experience
in an academic library/archival environment is strongly desired.  The
successful candidate will be a dynamic, service-oriented leader with good
interpersonal and communication skills; will demonstrate proficiency in
archival procedures and a knowledge of current trends in library and
archival technologies; and will possess a knowledge of and experience in the
preservation of materials.  Experience in grant writing and external fund
raising is desired.

This is a 12-month administrative position.  Salary is competitive and
depends on qualifications and experience.  Benefits include tuition waivers,
family health care plans, retirement, life insurance, and vacation and sick
leaves.  For additional information on the Library and region, visit the EKU
Library web site: http://www.library.eku.edu

Send letter of application, resume, and names and addresses of three
professional references to Lee Van Orsdel, Dean of Libraries, Eastern
Kentucky University, Richmond, KY  40475-3102.  Application review will
begin March 19, 2001 and will continue until the position is filled.
Eastern Kentucky University is an EEO, AA, ASA employer.

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