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Dear Sir/Madam:


Can you please post our ad below for your readers to view?


Thank you.


Leah Fulford

Personnel Assistant

University of Alabama Libraries


THE UNIVERSITY OF ALABAMA LIBRARIES



ARCHIVAL ACCESS COORDINATOR




DESCRIPTION: The University of Alabama Libraries is seeking a dynamic, experienced archivist for the position of Archival Access Coordinator in the William Stanley Hoole Special Collections Library. The W.S. Hoole Library is a national resource specializing in the unique history and culture of the state of Alabama, including the University of Alabama. The Archival Access Coordinator works closely with the Curator and the Public and Outreach Services Coordinator to provide access to and promote the use of the W.S. Hoole Library collections. The W.S. Hoole Library in conjunction with the University Libraries is actively investigating digitization projects. The Archival Access Coordinator reports to the Curator of the W.S. Hoole Special Collections Library.



RESPONSIBILITIES: Responsible for ensuring access to manuscripts and personal papers, audio/visual materials, photographs, realia, and other resources in a variety of formats. Supervises two classified staff, interns, graduate and student assistants, and volunteers. Provides reference and research services. Assists with donors and with outreach and instructional activities. Participates in the administration and operation of the Hoole Library. May also serve as subject specialist and library liaison.



QUALIFICATIONS: Required: ALA- accredited M.L.S. or Masters of Archival Studies or certification by the Academy of Certified Archivists. Demonstrated archival experience, including processing work. User- centered service orientation. Strong interpersonal, written and oral communication skills. Ability to work cooperatively and collegially with department and library colleagues and with university faculty and staff at all levels. Initiative and flexibility. Knowledge of current trends and technological developments in the archives field, including digitization. Evidence of potential to meet University requirements for promotion and tenure.


Preferred: Academic library experience. Supervisory experience. Knowledge of Southern and/or Alabama history. Graduate degree in related discipline. Collection development experience.


The University Libraries maintains membership in the Association of Research Libraries, the Center for Research Libraries, the Coalition for Networked Information, SOLINET, and the Network of Alabama Academic Libraries. A U.S. Government documents regional depository, the Libraries serves Alabama libraries and the public. The Libraries employs the Voyager Integrated Library System and is an active participant in the Alabama Virtual Library. The Libraries? homepage may be accessed at http://www.lib.ua .edu.



SALARY/BENEFITS: 12-month tenure track appointment. Rank and salary commensurate with qualifications and experience. Strong benefits including professional development support and tuition fee waiver; substantial moving allowance may be available.


TO APPLY: Send letter of application, resume, and names, addresses, and phone numbers of three references to:


Ms. Voni B. Wyatt, Personnel Officer

The University of Alabama Libraries

Box 870266

Tuscaloosa, AL 35487-0266


Applications received by May 18, 2001 are assured of receiving full consideration.




THE UNIVERSITY OF ALABAMA IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER


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