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Hi Everyone,
I've been asked to foward the following position
announcement to the list. Please reply to the
address given in the announcement.

Thanks,
Bob Schmidt
Archives Listserve Coordinator
Miami University Archives
Oxford, Ohio 45056
513-529-6720
rschmidt@lib.muohio.edu

__________________________

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 July 15, 2001 are assured
of receiving full consideration.



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

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