Description

West Virginia University is seeking a dynamic, collaborative, and forward-thinking University Archivist to lead the development of a comprehensive University Archives program. Housed within the West Virginia & Regional History Center (WVRHC), the University Archives preserves the permanent records of WVU that document the institution's operations, achievements, and campus life since 1867.

This is an exciting opportunity to shape how the University's history is preserved, interpreted, and shared. The University Archivist will play a critical role in safeguarding institutional memory, supporting innovative research and student learning, strengthening engagement with alumni and campus partners, and advancing records management across the University.

Major Responsibilities

University Archives Collection Development and Stewardship

With the director of the WVRHC, develop strategic priorities and plans for the West Virginia University archives.
Serve as the primary point of contact for university units, including administrative offices, academic departments, and student organizations, as well as individual donors, such as faculty, alumni, and students, regarding the appraisal and transfer of archival records.
Conduct site visits to assess, appraise, and document potential accessions in alignment with the WVU Record Retention Policy & Schedule, including both physical and born-digital materials.

Outreach and Instruction

Proactively build relationships with campus partners and stakeholders, including administrative offices, such as the Office of General Counsel, academic departments, and student organizations.
Develop and conduct training for university offices on archival and records management best practices.

Condition of Work and Benefits

Twelve-month assignment, 37.5 hours weekly M-F with occasional weekend and evening work possible
Flexible Hybrid work schedule
Faculty rank and status, non-tenure track
Salary range commensurate with experience and faculty rank, salary for Assistant appointment starts at $61,000.

Qualifications

Master's degree from an ALA accredited program for library and information science (or equivalent); concentration in archival studies preferred.
Three (3) or more years post-MLS experience working in an archival repository or special collections unit.

Preferred

Experience with university archives and/or records management.
Supervisory experience.

Description

Major Responsibilities

University Archives Collection Development and Stewardship

With the director of the WVRHC, develop strategic priorities and plans for the West Virginia University archives.
Serve as the primary point of contact for university units, including administrative offices, academic departments, and student organizations, as well as individual donors, such as faculty, alumni, and students, regarding the appraisal and transfer of archival records.
Conduct site visits to assess, appraise, and document potential accessions in alignment with the WVU Record Retention Policy & Schedule, including both physical and born-digital materials.

Outreach and Instruction

Proactively build relationships with campus partners and stakeholders, including administrative offices, such as the Office of General Counsel, academic departments, and student organizations.
Develop and conduct training for university offices on archival and records management best practices.

Condition of Work and Benefits

Twelve-month assignment, 37.5 hours weekly M-F with occasional weekend and evening work possible
Flexible Hybrid work schedule
Faculty rank and status, non-tenure track
Salary range commensurate with experience and faculty rank, salary for Assistant appointment starts at $61,000.

Qualifications

Master's degree from an ALA accredited program for library and information science (or equivalent); concentration in archival studies preferred.
Three (3) or more years post-MLS experience working in an archival repository or special collections unit.

Preferred

Experience with university archives and/or records management.
Supervisory experience.

Description

Major Responsibilities

University Archives Collection Development and Stewardship

With the director of the WVRHC, develop strategic priorities and plans for the West Virginia University archives.
Serve as the primary point of contact for university units, including administrative offices, academic departments, and student organizations, as well as individual donors, such as faculty, alumni, and students, regarding the appraisal and transfer of archival records.
Conduct site visits to assess, appraise, and document potential accessions in alignment with the WVU Record Retention Policy & Schedule, including both physical and born-digital materials.

Outreach and Instruction

Proactively build relationships with campus partners and stakeholders, including administrative offices, such as the Office of General Counsel, academic departments, and student organizations.
Develop and conduct training for university offices on archival and records management best practices.

Condition of Work and Benefits

Twelve-month assignment, 37.5 hours weekly M-F with occasional weekend and evening work possible
Flexible Hybrid work schedule
Faculty rank and status, non-tenure track
Salary range commensurate with experience and faculty rank, salary for Assistant appointment starts at $61,000.

Qualifications

Master's degree from an ALA accredited program for library and information science (or equivalent); concentration in archival studies preferred.
Three (3) or more years post-MLS experience working in an archival repository or special collections unit.

Preferred

Experience with university archives and/or records management.
Supervisory experience.

Description

Major Responsibilities

University Archives Collection Development and Stewardship

With the director of the WVRHC, develop strategic priorities and plans for the West Virginia University archives.
Serve as the primary point of contact for university units, including administrative offices, academic departments, and student organizations, as well as individual donors, such as faculty, alumni, and students, regarding the appraisal and transfer of archival records.
Conduct site visits to assess, appraise, and document potential accessions in alignment with the WVU Record Retention Policy & Schedule, including both physical and born-digital materials.

Outreach and Instruction

Proactively build relationships with campus partners and stakeholders, including administrative offices, such as the Office of General Counsel, academic departments, and student organizations.
Develop and conduct training for university offices on archival and records management best practices.

Condition of Work and Benefits

Twelve-month assignment, 37.5 hours weekly M-F with occasional weekend and evening work possible
Flexible Hybrid work schedule
Faculty rank and status, non-tenure track
Salary range commensurate with experience and faculty rank, salary for Assistant appointment starts at $61,000.

Qualifications

Master's degree from an ALA accredited program for library and information science (or equivalent); concentration in archival studies preferred.
Three (3) or more years post-MLS experience working in an archival repository or special collections unit.

Preferred

Experience with university archives and/or records management.
Supervisory experience.

University Archivist

West Virginia University

2500 University Town Centre Dr, Morgantown, WV 26501, USA