Director Of Barnard Archives And Special Collections

Barnard College

New York City, NY, US
Base: $120,000–$125,000 annually; bonus/equity: no...
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Master's degree in library science or archival studies
5-7 years of progressive archives experience
Supervisory experience managing professional staff
The Director provides visionary leadership to advance the Barnard Archives as a center for feminist archival practice and historical research

Job Summary

  • The Director provides visionary leadership to advance the Barnard Archives as a center for feminist archival practice and historical research.
  • This role manages day-to-day operations including hiring, training, and supervising staff while overseeing sustainable digital preservation workflows.
  • Barnard College offers a comprehensive benefits package including health, vision, dental, retirement plans, and tuition benefits.

Matching Summary

The Director provides visionary leadership to advance the Barnard Archives as a center for feminist archival practice and historical research.

Salary

Base: $120,000–$125,000 annually; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Health, vision, dental, retirement, PTO, and tuition benefits

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Master's degree in library science or archival studies
  • 5-7 years of progressive archives experience
  • Supervisory experience managing professional staff
  • Expertise in digital preservation and born-digital materials
  • Demonstrated work in feminist or activist archives

Nice-to-have

  • Knowledge of metadata standards like DACS and EAD
  • Experience with ArchivesSpace or Archipelago systems
  • Track record in grant writing and fundraising
  • Familiarity with Folio ILS and MARC description
  • Participation in relevant professional organizations

Key Requirements

  • Master's degree in ALA-accredited LIS or archival studies
  • Minimum 5-7 years of progressively responsible experience
  • Proven supervisory experience in archives or special collections
  • Basic understanding of command line interface and open source tools

Work Rights

Not specified

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