Description: The Head of the Archival Processing Section coordinates, manages, and contributes to processing and description of archival, manuscript, and mixed format collections within the David M. Rubenstein Rare Book & Manuscript Library. This includes managing staff responsible for archival accessions and processing and overseeing description and metadata projects for the section according to local inclusive description policies as well as national archival and preservation standards.
Qualifications: For the position, the candidate must have an advanced degree in library science, history, public history, cultural studies, or a related field. In terms of experience, the candidate must possess five or more years of experience in processing and describing archival or manuscript collections. Additionally, they should have at least one year of professional management or supervisory experience, along with demonstrated expertise in project planning and personnel management.
Salary: $72,000 - $80,000