Associate University Librarian for Special Collections and Archives

Description

The GW Libraries seeks nominations and applications for an Associate University Librarian for Special Collections and Archives (AUL/SC&A).  The person in this recently redefined position will lead a dynamic team in developing policies, strategies and innovative approaches to growing the collections and services that give the twenty-first century research library its identity.

The AUL/ SC&A reports to the University Librarian and Vice Provost for Libraries, working closely with three other Associate University Librarians on the administrative team that provides leadership for the library system. Responsibilities of the position include expanding the digital footprint of specialized collections; developing programs for the curation and preservation of born-digital material; and working with faculty and donors to steward prestigious collections that will contribute to the scholarly community at GW and beyond. The successful candidate will have a minimum of ten years’ experience as a professional librarian or archivist in increasingly responsible positions.

For full details, including job responsibilities, and to apply, please go to: http://www.gwu.jobs/postings/20206. Review of applications will begin on March 11, 2014 and continue until the position is filled.

The George Washington University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.