New York University

Assistant University Archivist

New York University$71K — $91K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Master's Degree in Library & Information Science or Archival Studies from an ALA-accredited institution or equivalent.
  • 3+ years of relevant archival experience, particularly in an academic or institutional archive.
  • At least 2 years of direct experience in academic archives or a related field.
  • Excellent organizational, writing, and interpersonal skills required.
  • Proficiency in archival standards and literature.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee daily archival operations for in-person and remote patrons.
  • Manage large-scale research projects across various departments.
  • Coordinate content sharing across the website, blog, and social media.
  • Serve as a liaison with communications departments at the university.
  • Supervise and train student employees in archival processes.
  • Collaborate on outreach initiatives and collection development.

Benefits

  • Opportunity for professional growth in an established academic environment.
  • Engage in outreach and public engagement activities.
  • Work alongside various departments, enhancing interdisciplinary collaboration.
Full Job Description
Position Summary

Oversee day-to-day archival reference operations serving both in-person and remote patrons, including internal partners. Manage large-scale research projects for administrative offices and departments. Coordinate the sharing of collection content across the website, blog, and social media platforms. Serve as a liaison with communications departments across the University. Supervise and train all student employees. Work with the University Archivist on outreach, student instruction, and collection development.

Qualifications

Required Education:
Master's Degree in Library & Information Science or Archival Studies from an ALA-accredited institution or equivalent.

Required Experience:
3+ years relevant archival experience with at least 2 years of experience in an academic or institutional archive or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Preferred Experience:
3+ years Library digitization involving library metadata and/or experience working at a university archives/repository.

Required Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:
Excellent organizational, writing, and interpersonal skills. Knowledge of archives and manuscripts management. Proficiency with archival standards and literature.

Preferred Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:
Experience with outreach activities, including exhibition and workshop planning.

Additional Information

In compliance with NYC's Pay Transparency Act, the annual base salary range for this position is USD $71,644.94 to USD $91,644.94. New York University considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as, market and organizational considerations when extending an offer. This pay range represents base pay only and excludes any additional items such as incentives, bonuses, clinical compensation, or other items.

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About New York University

New York University (NYU) is a private research university based in New York City. Founded in 1831, NYU is one of the largest private universities in the United States, with a total enrollment of over 50,000 students across its various campuses. The university offers a wide range of undergraduate and graduate programs, including business, law, medicine, and the arts. NYU is known for its strong academic programs, world-class faculty, and diverse student body. The university has a long history of innovation and has been at the forefront of many important developments in fields such as finance, technology, and the arts.
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