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Photo Archivist Position



The University of Kansas Libraries seek a talented individual to serve as
Photo Archivist to develop and provide access to the photographic holdings
(more than 2 million images) held in the Kenneth Spencer Research Library.

Responsibilities:  Organizes and catalogs photographic collections; provides
reference assistance and instruction to a wide variety of researchers which
includes scholars, students, and members of the general public; interacts
extensively with publishers and photo researchers world wide; leads and
participates in photographic preservation and digitization projects;
promotes active use of the collections through outreach activities,
especially exhibitions; and assists with solicitation of gifts of
collections and identifies potential donors of photographic collections.
Works closely with other staff in Spencer Library and staff throughout the
University Libraries to promote active use of these collections in teaching,
research and community service.

Required qualifications: Master's degree; coursework or experience with
photographic cataloging; knowledge of photographic preservation techniques;
strong oral, written and interpersonal communication skills; strong service
orientation, and demonstrated ability to work well with the public.

Strongly preferred qualifications:  Experience cataloging photographs in an
archival setting; experience cataloging and preparing related finding aids
in an automated environment; previous photographic preservation work;
knowledge of and experience with digitization of images; experience
conceiving and carrying out exhibitions; reference experience.

Preferred qualifications: Prefer master's degree from a program accredited
by the American Library Association; coursework or background in regional
history and/or the history of higher education.

The Photo Archivist is a full-time, FLSA exempt position (not eligible for
overtime).  An Unclassified Professional Staff appointment is expected.
However, upon request, candidates who hold a master's degree from an
ALA-accredited program may be considered for a tenure-track faculty
appointment in the University Libraries.  Candidates who wish to be
considered for this type of appointment should specify this in their
application.

Annual salary and benefits:  $33,000 - $43,000, dependent upon
qualifications.  Benefits include 22 days vacation and 12 days sick leave
per year; several paid holidays; group health and life insurance options;
choice of four retirement programs.

Information/Application procedures & review date:  Review of applications
will begin December 10, 2001.  Applications will be accepted until the
position is filled.

For full consideration, applicants must provide a letter indicating how
their experience relates to each of the required and preferred
qualifications.  In addition, please provide a current resume, and the
names, addresses, telephone numbers, and email addresses of three
references.  Please send this material to:
Sandra K. Gilliland, Asst. to the Dean
University of Kansas Libraries - 502 Watson Library
1425 Jayhawk Boulevard
Lawrence, KS  66045-7544
phone: (785) 864-8922  fax: (785) 864-5311
email: sgilliland@ku.edu

The University of Kansas is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action
Employer.  The University encourages applications from underrepresented
group members.  Federal and state legislation prohibits discrimination on
the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, age,
disability, and veteran status.  In addition, University policies prohibit
discrimination on the basis of sexual orientation, marital status, and
parental status.

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