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Subject: Fwd: Archival Positions at Library of Virginia
Date: Wed, 09 Mar 2005 10:17:23 -0500
From: Edward James Redmond <[log in to unmask]>
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Map reference postions at the Library of Virginia
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I am happy to post these announcements of archival positions at the
Library of Virginia:
Map Specialist & Senior Research Archivist
Library Specialist II
Position #017
Salary Minimum: $33,633
The Archives Research Services Branch of the Library of Virginia is
seeking an experienced Map Specialist and Senior Research Archivist to
provide public service assistance and archival oversight for the
cartographic collection with responsibilities for patron access and
reference, map collection development, general classification,
maintenance, and preservation. Job duties include: providing leadership
in and training for other staff in cartographic reference service,
providing direct services to the public, state and local government
officials, specialized researchers and correspondents by interpreting
and analyzing their research needs in order to answer their inquiries
and to make the archival records of the Commonwealth available for use.
The successful candidate will have a Master's Degree in US history,
American Studies or Library Science with an emphasis in archival
administration, or Academy of Certified Archivists (ACA) certification
and formal experience in an archival institution. Formal training in
cartographic history and geography preferred. Considerable experience
in an archives, manuscripts repository, or special collections
department of a major research library with emphasis on public service.
Considerable knowledge of Virginia and US history, government and
geography; historical and genealogical research methodology; archival
theory and practice and cartographic and geographic research
methodology. Demonstrated ability to provide complex reference service
in an archival repository; to speak in public, analyze research
materials, and write effectively; to plan and carry out projects and
direct the work of others; and to work with the public as a member of a
team. Working knowledge of cartographic cataloging and arrangement
systems, automated databases and preservation procedures. Demonstrated
leadership skills. Rotating Saturday public-service hours required.
Must pass a security background check.
The Library of Virginia fosters an open, team-oriented work environment
and is seeking individuals who value this approach. To apply, submit a
completed Virginia Employment Application Form for Position #017 to
Jacquie O'Connor, The Library of Virginia, 800 E. Broad St., Richmond,
VA 23219. Phone 804-692-3586 or FAX 804-692-3587. Virginia Employment
Application forms are available online at
http://jobs.state.va.us/eo_appl.htm. Please visit the Library's website
at http://www.lva.lib.va.us/.
An EEO/AA/ADA Employer
Research Archivist
Library Specialist II
Position #77 & #37
Minimum Salary $28,143
The Archives Research Services Branch of the Library of Virginia is
seeking two experienced Archivists with outstanding patron-services
skills to assist state and local government officials, specialized
researchers and correspondents, and the general public by interpreting,
evaluating, and analyzing their research needs. The Public Service
Archivist will apply knowledge of Virginia history, historiography, and
the holdings of the archives in order to provide information necessary
to answer inquiries and to make available the archival records of the
Commonwealth.
The successful candidate will have a Master's degree in US History,
American Studies, or Library Science with an emphasis in archives
administration; considerable knowledge of Virginia or US history; of
historical and genealogical research methodology; of maps and their
research use; and of archival theory and practice. The position also
requires demonstrated ability to provide reference services in an
archival repository, to speak in public and to write effectively, to
plan and carry out projects and prepare publications, and to direct the
work of others. Must be able to work with the public on a sustained
basis and as a team member. An equivalent combination of training and
experience may substitute for educational requirements. Rotating
Saturday public-service hours required. Must pass a security background
check.
The Library of Virginia fosters an open, team-oriented work environment
and is seeking individuals who value this approach. To apply, submit a
completed Virginia Employment Application Form for both positions to
Jacquie O'Connor, The Library of Virginia, 800 E. Broad St., Richmond,
VA 23219. Phone 804-692-3586 or FAX 804-692-3587. THE DEADLINE FOR
APPLICATIONS IS THURSDAY, MARCH 31, 2005 AT 5:00P.M. Virginia Employment
Application forms are available online at
http://jobs.state.va.us/eo_appl.htm. Please visit the Library's website
at http://www.lva.lib.va.us/.
An EEO/AA/ADA Employer
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