Manuscripts Archivist

Bowling Green State University - Bowling Green, OH

Full-time - Entry Level

Bowling Green, OH

Educational Services

About the position

The Manuscripts Archivist at Bowling Green State University is responsible for managing the accessioning, processing, and description of archival collections related to Northwest Ohio within the Center for Archival Collections (CAC). This role involves engaging in reference and outreach activities, creating physical and digital exhibits, and providing classroom instruction. The archivist will also assist in training and supervising student employees.

Responsibilities

• Manage the accessioning and processing of materials related to the history of Northwest Ohio and other designated subject specializations.
• Conduct research on potential acquisitions and provide acquisition and deaccessioning recommendations.
• Manage relationships with current and prospective collection donors.
• Create and edit catalog records and finding aids for materials.
• Create indexes, bibliographies, LibGuides, and other informational resources about Northwest Ohio-related collections.
• Train and supervise student workers to assist with archival work.
• Participate in public outreach activities, including curating digital and physical exhibitions and providing tours and presentations.
• Provide reference desk coverage and respond to reference inquiries.
• Process manuscript collections and respond to reference inquiries related to other Special Collections units as assigned.
• Serve on library committees, task forces, and working groups, especially those related to digital collections and access.

Requirements

• Master of Library Science (MLS) from an ALA-accredited program required, degree must be conferred at the time of application.
• 1 year archival or special collections experience.
• 1 year of experience with digital initiatives.

Nice-to-haves

• Knowledge of professional standards including DACS.
• Familiarity with content management systems in archives like ArchivesSpace.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Paid holidays
• Professional development opportunities
• Flexible scheduling