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Job Opportunities; 2 Immediate Openings



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Amistad Research Center
Immediate Openings for 2 Positions


A unique archives in a unique city, the Amistad Research Center in New
Orleans, Louisiana, preserves the largest non-public collection of original
documents pertaining to African-Americans and US Race/Ethnic relations.
Located on the campus of Tulane University, the center resides on historic
St. Charles Avenue. The area offers all of the cultural and culinary
opportunities for which New Orleans is renowned.

Position 1: Processing Archivist

Accessions, appraises, arranges, describes, and performs minor preservation
work on archival collections; supervises archival processing by students,
staff, and volunteers; occasional reference assistance; and special projects
as assigned.

Position 2: Reference Archivist

Oversees day-to-day operation of the center's reading room; assists
researchers in using the center's archival holdings; responds to reference
inquiries, including phone, mail, and email requests; oversees
photoduplication orders; trains and supervises staff in reference policies
and procedures; coordinates tours and bibliographic instruction; and special
projects as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

ALA-accredited MLS or master's degree in related field; two years archival
experience; archival certification within two years of employment; general
understanding of the principles of online archival applications such as the
web and EAD; excellent speaking, writing, and interpersonal skills; ability
to represent the center to the public and at professional meetings;
proficiency with general computer office applications.

Preferred Qualifications:

Graduate coursework in archival administration; expertise in a field related
to the center's mission; experience conducting archival research; record of
participation in professional archival organizations.

Special Conditions of Employment:

Works in a security environment; must work occasionally with dirty and dusty
materials; should be able to lift and move 35 to 50 pounds.

Salary and Application:

Salary commensurate with education and experience. Competitive benefits
package. To apply, send letter of application, curriculum vitae, transcript,
and names, addresses, and phone numbers of three professional references to
Brenda B. Square, Amistad Research Center, Tilton Hall, Tulane University,
New Orleans LA 70118.

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