Seton Hall University in South Orange, NJ is seeking an Assistant Dean for
Special Collections and the Gallery.
Assistant Dean for Special Collections and the Gallery
Job no: 493126
Full time/Part time: Full-time
Location: South Orange
Categories: Administrator
Reporting to the Dean of the University Libraries, the Assistant Dean for
Special Collections & the Gallery provides leadership and daily oversight
for the two departments and oversees all activities including collecting,
processing, organizing, preserving, and making accessible collections of
manuscripts, archives, Archdiocese of Newark archive, rare books, art and
artifacts, digital collections and the website and web-based tools to
accomplish this work. The Assistant Dean provides expertise and creativity
in the curation, development, collection analysis, and selection of
collections, supports the Dean in donor relations and community engagement
and works collaboratively within the library, the university, and the larger
community. Closely coordinates the common collection space and processing
between Special Collections and the Gallery. Leads, supports and develops
staff, administrators and library faculty in their development and in the
development of services, monitors and assesses progress on the division's
objectives, and participates in the next level/steps of planning for the
University Libraries and the division.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Provides leadership, direction, support and daily oversight for the two
departments and oversees all activities including collecting, processing,
organizing, preserving, and making accessible collections of manuscripts,
archives, rare books, art and artifacts, digital collections and the website
and web-based tools to accomplish this work in the common collection
collection and processing spaces. Oversees services and workflows to
increase efficiencies in processing collections. Collaboratively works to
develop and shape policies, space efficiencies and accessibility and
visibility of the collections. The Gallery runs an ambitious exhibition
schedule, is responsible for the organization, description and preservation
of the art and artifacts collection, including a significant ethnographic
collection.
Develops, shapes, and stewards existing collections and selectively
pursues grants/gifts of money and collections that reflect and support the
institutional mission; helps to shape selective purchases of materials (rare
books manuscripts, ephemera).
Serves on committees in the University libraries and in the University
as appropriate; leads and develops library faculty, administrative and staff
professional skills and career paths; other duties as assigned. Keeps
abreast of current developments and best practices in the field.
Required Qualifications:
Master's Degree - Library and Information Sciences, ALA accredited, or
equivalent in in-depth training and experience or a recognized ALA MLS
equivalent. Must have substantive experience in Archives and/or Special
Collections; 3-5 years experience.
At least 2 years supervisory experience and demonstrated increasing
responsibilities; at least 3 years archives/special collections experience.
Knowledge of the principles of archival arrangement and description,
knowledge of preservation practices and library, archival (archival
management and preservation) information technology applications (e.g.
Preservica, BePress, Omeka); familiarity with the principles of records
management.
Excellent organizational and analytical skills.Demonstrated experience
managing complex projects and the work of others; demonstrated skills in
planning, managing, evaluating programs and services.Experience with
applications of technology relevant to archives management (such as
ArchivesSpace) and digital preservation.
Demonstrated knowledge of current trends, standards, and practices of
archival services in academic libraries and demonstrated understanding of
digitization practices and applications in archives.
Excellent and clear communication skills across all constituencies:
administration, faculty, staff, and in the professional venues for the field.
Ability to handle multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced environment.
Strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to foster a collegial
work environment where change and innovation are encouraged.
Desired Qualifications:
Doctorate or second graduate degree preferred - field open.
Knowledge of rare books/manuscripts collecting desired.
Basic working knowledge of art/artifact description, handling, and/or
preservation, familiarity with PastPerfect.
Exempt/Non-Exempt:
Exempt
Salary Grade:
Administrative - AD190
Physical Demands:
General office environment
Occasional heavy lifting and carrying
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Provide names and contact information for three references.
The person in this position is required to perform his or her duties at
all Seton Hall University locations and facilities, as assigned.
Full job description and application instructions:
http://jobs.shu.edu/cw/en-us/job/493126/assistant-dean-for-special-collections-and-the-gallery
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