Department Head Special Collections

Department Head for Special Collections

University of Texas at Arlington Libraries, Arlington, Texas.

Salary: $80,000 – $97,000 per year.

Years of Experience

Required:

5.

• Lead 7 staff members and a team of student employees in the Special Collections department.
• Oversee processing of historical research materials.
• Ensure accessibility of materials through finding aids, digitization, reference, social media outreach, exhibits, and instruction.
• Collaborate with researchers, faculty, and external partners to promote and support research.
• Develop and maintain strategic plans, budgets, and policies for the Special Collections unit.

• Master's degree in Library Science, History, or related field.
• At least 5 years of relevant experience in a leadership role within a special collections or archival setting.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and manage teams, develop strategic plans, and manage budgets.
• Strong knowledge of preservation, digitization, and metadata standards.
• Excellent communication, teaching, and outreach skills.

Submit your online resume through the following link:

Applicants must include in their resume:

• Employment history: company name, period employed (from month/year to month/year), job title, summary of duties.
• Education:
  
  school name, degree type, and major.

Applications will be screened on a rolling basis until the position is filled.