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Open Date: 03/05/2025

Requisition Number: PRN41317B

Job Title: Archivist

Working Title: Multimedia Archivist & Project Archivist

Job Grade: D

FLSA Code: Administrative

Patient Sensitive Job Code? No

Standard Hours per Week: 40

Full Time or Part Time? Full Time

Shift: Day

Work Schedule Summary: Monday-Friday between 8am and 6pm. Some evenings and weekends may be required.

VP Area: Academic Affairs

Department: 00790 - Marriott Library - Operations

Location: Campus

City: Salt Lake City, UT

Type of Recruitment: External Posting

Pay Rate Range: 53,000 to 58,000

Close Date: 04/07/2025

Priority Review Date: 03/14/2025

Job Summary:

The J. Willard Marriott Library seeks to recruit two archivists to support the efforts of the University of Utah’s Special Collections: a permanent position in the Multimedia Archives to provide collection and reference support for oral histories and other collections of sounds and still and moving images, and a three-year term-limited Project Archivist to provide support for projects across the archives, including enhancing documentation for legacy collections and evaluating archives for digitization and access.

This position is currently designed as a hybrid of on-campus and remote work. Specific telecommuting arrangements will be based on the needs of the position and authorized at the discretion of the supervisor.

We seek qualified applicants who bring perspectives and experiences that will enrich and strengthen our organization and enhance our commitment to access and belonging. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds.

Responsibilities:

1. Collaborate with Library staff and faculty to enhance access to collections.
2. Provide reference support for students, faculty, and community patrons of Special Collections.
3. Oversee part-time employees in the processing of collections.
4. Coordinate the digitization of collection materials.
5. Assist in identifying priorities in documentation and accessibility of new and legacy collections.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in history or a related field or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience). Two years of related experience required; knowledge of archival theory and storage methods required; demonstrated human relations and effective communication skills are also required.

Preferences:

Master’s degree in Library or Information Science, or a related field such as Public History, English, Art History, or Film Studies.

Project management experience, especially with cultural heritage collections.

Work experience or training in archival arrangement, description, and research support.

Knowledge or interest in the cultural history of Utah and its peoples.

Type: Benefited Staff

Special Instructions Summary:

All applications received by March 14, 2025 will receive full consideration. This is a local recruitment. Out of area candidates will be responsible for travel costs for final interviews and for moving costs, if selected.

Additional Information:

The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.

The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students and patients.