The Library at the University of Virginia is looking for a leader in the field of special collections and archives at the Albert and Shirley Small Special Collections Library. This person will be appointed Associate University Librarian (AUL) for Archives and Special Collections, and will also serve as Director of the Mary and David Harrison Institute for American History, Literature, and Culture. This position reports to the Dean of the Libraries and University Librarian, and its occupant will be a member of the University’s Academic General Faculty at the rank of Associate or Full Professor, and a member of the Library’s Senior Leadership Group. The AUL for Archives and Special Collections will oversee rapidly growing and actively used collections, supported by substantial endowments. Under new leadership, the Library is at the very beginning of a capital campaign, preparing for strategic planning, anticipating a renovation of the main library building, and re-imagining the digital humanities.
Responsibilities:
- Working with the dean of libraries and colleagues from across the University to lead the public programs, fellowships, and exhibitions, and set the direction of the University’s archives and special collections.
- Managing a diverse and dedicated staff that includes curators, archivist, librarians, rare book catalogers, exhibitions coordinators, and more.
- Overseeing the operations of the Small Special Collections Library and Harrison Institute: reference and instructional services, events and exhibitions, promotion, marketing and outreach activities, collections
management and processing, development of digital projects, budgeting and personnel management, fellowship program administration, and space planning. - Working with the University Librarian and the Library’s Advancement team to play a major role in developing and stewarding donor interest in Special Collections or Archives.
- Setting priorities for collection development in special collections and archives; identifying and initiating new collecting areas in support of the University’s evolving research and teaching mission.
- Working with other Library departments and staff to develop funding, technical infrastructure, and workflows in support of increased dissemination of digitized special collections.
Qualifications:
- a clear vision of the future of archives and special collections in university research and teaching
- a background in the history of the book and archival administration
- a terminal professional degree in librarianship, such as Master’s degree in library/information science)
- candidates should also have a second advanced degree in a relevant discipline
- at least five years of experience in guiding and developing staff, significant research contributions, and a track record of successful grants
- be able to speak knowledgeably with passionate collectors and donors, advocate effectively for Archives and Special Collections with peers and superiors, and engage intellectually with faculty, students, and visiting researchers.
Position open until filled
For more information on the position and how to apply, visit: https://executivesearch.virginia.edu/search/associate-university-librarian-archives-and-special-collections-director-harrison-institute
Questions: contact Joni Louque at jonil@virginia.edu.
The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Women, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.