Job Description

Description & Details:

This position provides leadership and direction for activities that provide physical access to the unique resources of the NDSU Archives, a part of the NDSU Special Collections. Specifically, this position will administer, evaluate, perform and ensure consistency in processing and digitization policies and procedures. In addition, the University Archivist manages the NDSU Archives, including overseeing collection development, providing specialized reference and research assistance for users of the collections, and supervising graduate assistants, student workers, and volunteers

Archives Management and Processing

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Plans, coordinates, and assigns work to graduate assistants, student employees, and volunteers Prepares monthly reports on NDSU Archives activities Arrange, describe, and process special collections and archival materials, with a focus on NDSU Academic Collections, and create finding aids using ArchivesSpace Collaborates with NDSU Special Collections Staff in the planning, management, and development of collection policies and procedures Collaborate with NDSU Special Collections staff for digitization and metadata for items placed on Digital Horizons and other online systems Appraises donated collections following NDSU Special Collections' collection policies and procedures Appraises NDSU University Archives' departmental record donations following NDSU Special Collections collection policy and procedures and incorporating NDSU Records Retention rules and policies and identify collections that fall outside of the records retention policies while maintaining a historical connection to NDSU Special Collections policies and procedures. Serves on the NDSU Records Retention Committee.

Instruction and Engagement:

Collaborate with faculty to develop and conduct instruction using NDSU Special Collections' Institute for Regional Studies collections and/or NDSU University Archives collections and archival materials Engage with supervisor, faculty, and colleagues to create specialized instructional materials (online and physical) that promote the use of Special Collection materials in teaching and academic research Collaborates with colleagues, Archives staff and NDSU faculty in the designing and delivering hands-on learning experiences that highlight the history and culture of NDSU, North Dakota, and the Northern Plains. Collaborates with faculty, colleagues, and Archives staff in developing programs, workshops, resources, and lesson plans Coordinates class research visits to Special Collections with faculty and Archives staff Coordinates research visits with community clubs, businesses, and Archives staff

Reference and Scholarly Research:

Provides specialized reference assistance for NDSU Archives collections in person and electronically Locates information needed by other campus units Assists researchers in learning how to use information resources available through the NDSU Archives Collaborates with faculty and Archives staff with student research and historical preservation projects/papers collections Knowledgeable of scholarly research and writings that contribute to the promotion of relevant Special Collections policies, procedures, and collection missions

Exhibits and Informational Material:

Collaborate with NDSU Special Collection colleagues and staff to curate and produce informational and educational exhibits Assist in the planning, promotion, and corresponding of programming for exhibitions Collaborate with NDSU Special Collections staff to provide engaging interpretive activities to visitors as needed Collaborates with Special Collection colleagues, faculty, and staff in the writing and preparation of informational materials for release in a wide variety of media

Serve on committees relevant to Special Collections and Archives and other tasks as assigned:

Serve on appropriate Libraries committees Fulfill committee assignments as requested Engage in relevant professional development activities to maintain/advance current skills Participate on relevant Libraries' Exhibit Committee Complete other special tasks as assigned

Work Schedule:

Monday - Friday 8am - 5pm

Hiring Range:

$57,000 - $60,000 DOE

Pay is based on several factors, including budget, labor market, prior experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and/or certification and other business considerations.

Minimum Qualifications:

Accredited M.A. (Library Science), M.S (Library Science), M.L.S, or M.L.I.S. with focus on Archival Studies. Knowledge of archival and records management principles, practices, and descriptive standards (DACS, EAD, MARC, LCSH). Familiarity with born-digital records appraisal, description and preservation.

Preferred Qualifications:

Additional advanced academic degrees - Master degrees in Library Science, History, Public History, Sociology/Anthropology, Political Science, Women's Studies, etc. combined with relevant archival experience

Familiarity with copyright and intellectual property issues relating to archives and special collections Experience in development of educational programs, such as exhibitions, and/or conferences that showcase special collections, and promoting research use of Special Collections/Archives in the academic community Experience with digital technologies in Special Collections Excellent interpersonal, organizational, written and oral communication skills Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment and work effectively both independently and collaboratively with a heterogeneous group of staff and external stakeholders. Demonstrated initiative, flexibility, and commitment to professional engagement and continuous learning. Comfort with and ability to learn new technologies.

Applicant Materials Required:

Resume, Cover Letter and CV

NDSU OFFERS EXCELLENT BENEFITS!

Full time employees are eligible for the following benefits:

Health Insurance coverage with 100% of the premium paid for by NDSU for Single or Family Plan

+ Option of a PPO/Basic Plan or High Deductible Health Plan with Health Savings Account
+ Benefits begin the first of the month following date of hire
+ Wellness benefits are included for healthy lifestyle participation
Superb Retirement Plan

+ Employer Contributions range from 7.5% - 12.26% based on position
Basic Term Life Insurance Tuition Waivers for Employee (three classes per calendar year) Tuitions Waivers for Spouse/Partner & Dependents (eligible for 50% waiver) Paid Leave - including Annual leave, Sick Leave and 10 paid Holidays Employee Assistance Program Optional benefits include: Supplemental Life, Dental, Vision, Long-term care insurance, Flexible Spending Account (Health & Dependent Care) and Supplemental Retirement Plans More Detailed Information Here: Benefits | Human Resources | NDSU

About Us:

North Dakota State University is distinctive as a student focused, land-grant, research university. We educate leaders who solve national and global challenges by providing affordable access to an excellent education that combines teaching and research in a rich learning environment.


NDSU is in the highest Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education, R1, granted to the top research institutions in the country.


NDSU has offices across the state of North Dakota, and the main campus is in Fargo, on the Minnesota border. Along with Moorhead, Minnesota, Fargo forms one of the largest metropolitan centers between Minneapolis and Seattle. The community is consistently ranked as one of the best places to live.


NDSU is committed to fostering a community where differences are recognized as strengths. Rooted in our land-grant mission, we work together to meet the needs of North Dakota and its communities through education, research and outreach.

Equal Opportunity Statement:

NDSU does not discriminate in its programs and activities on the basis of age, color, gender expression/identity, genetic information, marital status, national origin, participation in lawful off-campus activity, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, public assistance status, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, spousal relationship to current employee, or veteran status, as applicable. Direct inquiries to: Vice Provost, Title IX/ADA Coordinator, Old Main 201, NDSU Main Campus, Fargo, ND, 58108, 701-231-7708, ndsu.eoaa@ndsu.edu.

No Smoking Notice:

As an employer, the State of North Dakota prohibits smoking in all places of state employment in accordance with N.D.C.C. 23-12-10.

Veteran's Preference Notice:

This position is subject to North Dakota Veteran's Preference requirements.

Reasonable Accommodation Information:

North Dakota State University is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education, and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, please contact Human Resources at 701-231-8961 or ndsu.hr@ndsu.edu.