Special Collections Librarian Job at University of Arkansas in Monticello

Special Collections Librarian

Apply locations UAM | Monticello Campus

Time type: Full time

Posted on: Posted 10 Days Ago

Job requisition id: R0064899

Closing Date: 12:01 a.m. CT on the specified Closing Date (if designated).

Type of Position: Library

Workstudy Position: No

Job Type: Regular

Work Shift: Day Shift (United States of America)

Sponsorship Available: No

Institution Name: University of Arkansas at Monticello

UAM, one of twenty campuses of the University of Arkansas System, is located in southeastern Arkansas in the beautiful timberlands, rich in outdoor recreation activities, and approximately 100 miles south of Little Rock. UAM is a comprehensive, residential and commuter, undergraduate institution also offering selected master’s degree programs.

Summary of Job Duties: In charge of the Library's Special Collections, including the University Archives and government documents; provides reference help and information literacy; serves as liaison to academic departments; participates in library planning and university shared governance. Occasional evening or weekend work.

Qualifications: Candidate should have a master's degree from an ALA-accredited program in library and information science. Candidate must have superior oral and written communication skills. A second degree in a related field is desirable.

Salary Information: Commensurate with education and experience.

Required Documents to Apply: Cover Letter/Letter of Application, List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume.

Optional Documents:

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Recruitment Contact Information:

Daniel Boice
Library Director
boice@uamont.edu
(870) 460-1480

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Pre-employment Screening Requirements: Criminal Background Check, Sex Offender Registry. The University of Arkansas is committed to providing a safe campus community. We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check.

The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, marital or parental status, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, or sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity).

Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

Constant Physical Activity: Crouching, Grasping, Hearing, Kneeling, Lifting, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Pulling, Pushing, Reaching, Sitting, Standing, Stooping, Talking, Walking.

Frequent Physical Activity: Lifting, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Sitting, Standing, Talking, Walking.

Occasional Physical Activity: Crouching, Feeling, Grasping, Kneeling, Lifting, Pulling, Pushing, Reaching.

Benefits Eligible: Yes

About the University of Arkansas at Monticello

UAM, one of twenty campuses of the University of Arkansas System, is located in southeastern Arkansas in the beautiful timberlands, rich in outdoor recreation activities, and approximately 100 miles south of Little Rock. UAM is a comprehensive, residential and commuter, undergraduate institution also offering selected master’s degree programs.

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