Centennial Archivist – INTERNAL ONLY POSTING

Responsibilities • OUTREACH (25%): Serves as co-lead on the Duke Centennial exhibit to be on display January-December 2024 in Perkins Library. Collaborates with library colleagues and other campus and external organizations to publicize and promote the exhibit and other Duke Centennial activities through tours, exhibitions, presentations, and other creative public programing and engagement initiatives. • RESEARCH SERVICES (25%): Conducts reference interviews and assists researchers in person and remotely, focusing on researchers working on Centennial related projects; provides onsite reference services at the Rubenstein Library research services desk, including evening and weekend rotations. • INSTRUCTION (25%): Leads Centennial and Duke history-related instruction sessions with primary sources from the University Archives, including evaluating and selecting materials, developing lesson plans, and collaborating with instructors on assignments and learning objectives; integrates understanding of underrepresented populations and communities into instruction; works with faculty and other campus partners to strengthen instructional and research collaborations across the university, and integrates Rubenstein Library collections and resources into new and existing classes and programs; partners with students, instructors, and other librarians to enhance learning, teaching, and research through critical engagement with library resources; promotes inclusive teaching practices and a commitment to accessibility in the development and delivery of services and programs; participates in the assessment of library programs, services, and collections use. • ARCHIVAL DESCRIPTION (10%): Works with the Technical Services Archivist for University Archives in arranging, describing, and/or evaluating University Archives collections requested in support of Centennial research. • COLLABORATION (10%): Participates actively in departmental planning meetings to set goals and priorities, develop policies, and maximize services to users; shares ideas for innovative and creative ways to meet service needs; works effectively with the group, establishing and maintaining effective working relationships; meets regularly with University Archives and other Rubenstein staff; actively contributes to library-wide initiatives; participates in departmental and library-wide activities; serves on library committees; may participate in the Rubenstein Library’s internship program, web editing, and/or social media. • PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT (5%): Displays continuing growth in professional and subject knowledge and takes an active interest in the profession. Growth and interest may be demonstrated through continuing development of professional knowledge and abilities, membership and participation in professional organizations, and/or service to the library, University, or community in a professional capacity. • Performs other duties as assigned. Supervisory Responsibilities • None Qualifications It is the expectation that all Duke University Libraries staff members will demonstrate exceptional workplace behaviors in the execution of their specific position responsibilities. These behaviors are customer focus, collaboration, creative problem solving, continuous learning, and a commitment to creating a culture of inclusion that values and respects diversity of perspective, background, and experience. Education: Required: MLS from an ALA-accredited program and/or advanced degree in appropriate subject field.

Experience: Required: Experience working with institutional records, particularly in the Duke context; experience teaching with archives; familiarity with standard archival and library procedures; excellent planning, interpersonal, written and oral communication skills; and demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively with colleagues and library users in a rapidly changing, service-oriented environment; ability to work effectively in a team environment; ability to communicate effectively with users and donors; interest in continued development of instructional tools and skills; demonstrated proficiency using computer based technology and ability to adapt to new technologies.

Preferred: Prior experience working with Duke University Archives and/or Duke history; prior experience in a special collections or academic research library; experience with exhibits and other public history projects; familiarity with anti-racist approaches to archival work; experience providing reference; commitment to active learning methods for library instruction. Working Conditions • Routinely moves library materials weighing up to 40 pounds; • Occasionally works in an environment in which exposure to materials containing dust and mold is possible; • Normal office environment; • Regular evening and weekend shifts required. These statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the employee in this position. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of a person in this position. This description is subject to change at any time.

Salary and Benefits Salary and rank dependent on qualifications and experience; the anticipated salary is $57,000. Comprehensive benefits package includes 20 days vacation, 14 holidays, 12 days sick leave; health, dental, disability and life insurance and support for professional development and training.

Environment Since its founding in 1924, Duke University has grown into one of the most prestigious private universities in the world and its medical center ranks annually among the top in the nation. The Duke University Libraries are the shared center of the university's intellectual life, connecting people and ideas. The Libraries consist of the Perkins Library, Bostock Library, Rubenstein Rare Book and Manuscript Library, Lilly Library, and Music Library, and the library at the Duke Marine Laboratory in Beaufort. Duke's library holdings of 6.2 million volumes are among the largest of private universities in the United States.

Duke is a diverse community committed to the principles of excellence, fairness, and respect for all people. We recognize that the workplace only truly flourishes with an active presence of different backgrounds and unique abilities. We value the unseen perspective, the unheard voice, and the unnoticed ideas. We hope to give a platform of growth and connection, where employees can be free to produce new ways of thinking to promote inclusion and respect for all. Duke University Libraries encourages an environment where shared goals are reached by exceptional individuals. Duke's hometown is Durham, North Carolina, a city with vibrant research, medical and arts communities, and numerous shops, restaurants and theaters. Durham is located in the Research Triangle, a growing metropolitan area of more than one million people that provides a wide range of cultural, recreational and educational opportunities. The Triangle is conveniently located just a few hours from the mountains and the coast, offers a moderate climate, and has been ranked among the best places to live and to do business.

Duke offers a comprehensive benefit package which includes both traditional benefits such as health insurance, leave time and retirement, as well as wide ranging work/life and cultural benefits. Details can be found at: http://www.hr.duke.edu/benefits/index.php .

Application Cover letter, detailed resume and the names, addresses (mailing and e-mail), and telephone numbers of three references should be submitted to https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/ . Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.

Applications which are missing any of the components listed above will not be reviewed.

Duke aspires to create a community built on collaboration, innovation, creativity, and belonging. Our collective success depends on the robust exchange of ideas-an exchange that is best when the rich diversity of our perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences flourishes. To achieve this exchange, it is essential that all members of the community feel secure and welcome, that the contributions of all individuals are respected, and that all voices are heard. All members of our community have a responsibility to uphold these values.

Duke University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual’s age, color, disability, genetic information, gender, gender identity, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, or veteran status. The Duke University Libraries have a strong commitment to Affirmative Action and is actively seeking to increase the racial and ethnic diversity of our staff.
Duke University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual’s age, color, disability, genetic information, gender, gender identity, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, or veteran status. The Duke University Libraries have a strong commitment to Affirmative Action and is actively seeking to increase the racial and ethnic diversity of our staff.