University Archivist

The Opportunity
The Library and Learning Commons Department at Zayed University seeks an
experienced and innovative librarian who will be responsible for overall
management of the portfolio of the University's archive collections and the
digitization of the archives to ensure effective access and discovery. The
successful candidate will lead the university's digital archive initiatives
and the collection development efforts to acquire the most significant
materials of permanent historical value for documenting the history and
functions of Zayed University and the UAE. The University Archivist will also
be responsible for shaping the management, digital access and preservation of
the scholarship information and archive collections. The University Archivist
will apply professional standards to the processing, arrangement and
preservation of records; oversee creation of finding aids and creation of MARC
catalog records for OCLC; and create records in MARC and ISAD(G) format for
in-house and web databases.

Critical Success Factors:
* Strong organizational and leadership skills to supervise, guide, and work with staff and library faculty to build a successful team
* Demonstrated ability to initiate, develop, prioritize, and manage projects or services
* Must be able to communicate effectively with university faculty, staff, students, administrators, and external community stakeholders
* Experience and broader vision of best practices in academic archives and providing user-centered services in all aspects
* Aptitude for technology; willingness to learn new systems and integrate to enhance services
* Excellent written and verbal communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills
* Ability to work with others in a pleasant and open manner

Tasks and Responsibilities
Provides leadership in the development, implementation, promotion, and
assessment of digital archive and scholarship initiatives. This includes:
* collaborating with librarians, faculty, students, and academic partners to explore, define, develop, advocate, assess, and sustain innovative digital projects
* serving as an advisor for digital archive and projects across university
* working with other members of the library team on digital scholarship projects
* identifying and evaluating digital archive resources and technologies for acquisition, recommending and introducing to university community
* staying abreast of emerging, innovative trends and technologies, standards, publishing models, and digital archive developments
* designing and teaching workshops on digital archive tools, resources, and best practices
* providing leadership in and participating in a team-based library environment
* hiring, training, and supervising student workers as necessary.

University Archives
* Recommend, implement and maintain the collection policy for university records having archival value
* Recommend best practices regarding the development of both print and digital access to the records
* Oversee implementation of policy and levels of practice in university office
* Supervise a technician and student assistants if any
* Through the Director, recommend policies regarding archival records to the university administration for approval
* Serve on department, college and University committees as needed to assist in development of matters benefiting the University
* Identify and transfer archival records from university offices
* Organize, process, and preserve archival records
* Provide archival records management and preservation training to university offices and departments
* Contribute to planning of the future direction of the program
* Act as a leader, teacher, advisor, and facilitator for the Archive

Other tasks and responsibilities:
* Serve as liaison librarian to assigned academic programs for the provision of information and instructional services, collection management, and engagement with faculty, staff, and students promoting library resources and services
* Serve as the Zayed University' representative to the UAE National Archives.
* Foster and contribute to an environment of collegiality, respect, trust, and teamwork to positively contribute to the goals of the university
* As an academic faculty position, active participation and engagement in scholarship, teaching and service is expected
* Actively participate and demonstrate commitment in professional responsibilities that serve the Library, University, profession, and community
* Perform related duties and responsibilities as required

The Requirements
* Master 's degree in Library and Information Studies (MLIS) with Archive and Record Management focus from an ALA-accredited institution or equivalent; or a graduate degree in history or other relevant discipline which includes archival training
* Demonstrated experience as an archivist, curator of manuscripts, or special collections librarian, preferably in an academic or research library
* Experience and knowledge of current practices in digital scholarship
* Evidence of effective project planning and management
* Evidence of potential in teaching
* Professional academic reference experience
* Experience in marketing, outreach, and the promotion of library and archival services
* Knowledge of rights administration and management issues for digital scholarship and archival collections
* Knowledge of descriptive content standards and best practices
* Broad knowledge of current technological applications for archival management and access
* Knowledge of copyright issues in the digital realm
* Must be well organized, and able to meet deadlines and multiple demands
* Demonstrated ability to communicate, both orally and in writing, to a variety of audiences
* Must be results-oriented, flexible, self-motivated, and have an enthusiasm for teaching and technology, and an ability to collaborate with colleagues in a goal-oriented library team
* Experience creating and maintaining documentation of policy and procedures
* Demonstrated history of flexibility, creativity and a strong customer service commitment
* Willingness to travel between Abu Dhabi and Dubai.
* Must show promise of advancing the mission of the University through scholarly or creative achievements.
* Experience working in a multi-cultural environment

Review Process
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position
has been filled.

Currency
AED

Amount of Travel

Work At Home

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