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Job DescriptionArchivist 1 Tennessee Department of State Tennessee State Library and Archives Collection Services Mission: The mission of the Office of the Secretary of State is to exceed the expectations of our customers, the taxpayers, by operating at the highest levels of accuracy, cost-effectiveness, and accountability in a customer-centered environment. Supervisor: Assistant Director of Collection Services Summary: Process and catalog complex archival collections and work with members of the Description & Access team to create and encode finding aids to make collections available to researchers online. Duties/Responsibilities • Processes manuscript collections and state agency record groups of increasing complexity and participates in group processing projects, • Arranges and describes archival materials in accordance to Describing Archives: A Content Standard (DACS) and other relevant archival standards; ensures DACS compliance for finding aids., • Assists with holdings management activities, including serving as stack puller as assigned., • As assigned, assists with the accessioning of manuscript collections or the transmittal of state agency records. Minimum Qualifications Education and Experience: • Master’s degree in Library/Information Sciences, Archives Management, Public History, or a related field from an accredited college or university., • Experience equivalent to one year working with archival collections, library special collections, or records management., • Experience in archival arrangement and description is required., • Cataloging experience preferred.Knowledge and Abilities:, • Knowledge of manuscript processing techniques including familiarity with DACS and EAD for finding aid creation., • Ability to develop and maintain finding aids using contemporary tools in accordance with national standards., • Knowledge of archival and preservation concepts, methodology, and techniques., • Knowledge and understanding of the process and principles of records appraisal and disposition and the basic principles of archival theory and practice, • Demonstrated competency in spreadsheet, database, and word processing skills, • Strong competency in English composition equivalent to that of a successful research paper at the graduate level, • Excellent oral and written communication skills and the ability to work collegially are essential., • Ability to work in confined quarters and dusty or damp conditions for extended periods of time during the examination of neglected records storage, • Knowledge and experience with archival processing, including archival theory and best practices regarding arrangement and description, are required. Familiarity with DACS preferred., • Project management skills and experience preferred., • Ability to work periodic Saturdays for stack retrieval tasks., • Highly motivated individual., • Ability to work independently and with limited supervision.Salary: $47,000 annually plus State of Tennessee benefits package. Powered by JazzHR uoh5cZ9gkW

Job DescriptionLibrarian/Archivist Assistant 2 (Assistive Technology Specialist) Tennessee Department of State Tennessee State Library & Archives Library for Accessible Books and Media Mission: The mission of the Office of the Secretary of State is to exceed the expectations of our customers, the taxpayers, by operating at the highest levels of accuracy, cost-effectiveness, and accountability in a customer-centered environment. Supervisor: Director of Library for Accessible Books and Media Summary: The Tennessee Library for Accessible Books and Media is seeking a staff and customer-focused individual to join our team as an Assistive Technology Specialist. This federally funded position will work with the staff to keep informed of current trends, engage with patrons to work through technology issues, and provide other technology support. This position requires a passion for helping others, excellent communication skills, and a strong commitment to promoting access to information. Successful applicants will demonstrate curiosity, patience, and an eagerness to work with a diverse patron base via a variety of modes of communication. Duties/Responsibilities: • Provide 1-on-1 coaching to patrons on assistive technology tasks., • Assist and run group workshops for patrons on assistive technology topics and braille study., • Compile resources and prepare documents to provide patrons with assistive technology support., • Assist in evaluating community needs, proposing workshop topics, and suggesting new technology., • Keep records of support activities, training, and other patron-related support, and technical, clerical, or administrative support., • Work closely with Perkins Library and other professionals to stay connected to issues regarding assistive technology, library services, and develop a broad network of technical contacts to assist in support activities, research, and development., • Participate in conferences and trade shows when necessary to speak at events and to help demonstrate products and services., • Provide assistive technology support to other Secretary of State departments., • Assist with unloading, sorting, checking in, and otherwise processing incoming materials returned via U.S. Mail, generally in large quantities., • Shelve materials, pull materials from shelves, shift materials on shelves, clean materials and shelves, and otherwise perform stacks maintenance tasks., • Provide coverage for other positions in LABM when needed., • Perform other duties as assigned.Minimum Qualifications: Education and Experience: • Bachelor’s degree in Rehabilitation Technology, Communications, or related field preferred. Completion of related certification program(s) and/or prior experience may be considered in lieu of a degree., • Ability to maintain detailed statistical records using Microsoft Word and Excel to meet NLS and in-house needs., • Experience using Assistive Technology such as:, • Screen readers including NVDA, JAWS, Window-Eyes, System Access, • Screen magnification programs including Magic and Zoomtext, • Built-in accessibility tools for Mac, Windows, IOS and Android, • Digital audio devices including Victor Stream, • Text-to-speech applications including Dragon and Kurzweil, • Online literacy resources including Bookshare, • Coaching, teaching, training, social work, or tutoring experience., • Braille proficiency is preferred.Knowledge and Abilities:, • Commitment to providing excellent customer service., • Possess the interpersonal skills to work within the structure of state government and represent TSLA and its programs., • Ability to perform high volume, repetitive tasks accurately and with close attention to detail., • Ability to plan and organize tasks in order to complete assigned duties in a timely manner, including the delegation of work to volunteers., • Ability to be a positive influence within the building and section., • Ability to adapt to change., • Warm and professional manner in dealing with coworkers, volunteers, and the public in person, via telephone, and by email., • Excellent verbal and written communication skills., • Ability to organize and maintain paper and electronic records., • Ability to maintain confidentiality of patron files.Physical Requirements:, • Ability to handle materials weighing 25 pounds on a consistent daily basis and move loaded rolling bins containing up to 500 items., • Ability to bend and lift materials onto stacks both in high and low positions., • Ability to read and assimilate multi-digit numbers, including performing detailed data entry accurately and efficiently., • Ability to operate handheld scanners and USB drives effectively., • Ability to use job-related software effectively., • Ability to work in stacks environment with books that contain dust and other allergens., • Ability to simultaneously use telephone and computer system for extended periods of time., • Ability to stand or sit for long periods of time.Health, Safety, and Collections Security:, • Assist the organization in creating a safe and healthy working environment by working safely with the equipment provided., • Follow instructions given for health and safety purposes and immediately report any unsafe working practices or hazardous working conditions.Salary: $45,000 annually plus State of Tennessee benefits package: This position is federally funded through the Institute of Museum and Library Services’, Library Services and Technology Act (LSTA) Grants to States Funding program. To apply: A cover letter should be included with your resume. Powered by JazzHR LhnEKMseIg

Job DescriptionArchivist 2 Tennessee Department of State Tennessee State Library and Archives Collection Services Mission: The mission of the Office of the Secretary of State is to exceed the expectations of our customers, the taxpayers, by operating at the highest levels of accuracy, cost-effectiveness, and accountability in a customer-centered environment. Supervisor: Collection Services Assistant Director Summary: Process and catalog complex archival collections and assist other staff with use of descriptive standards. Work under the supervision of the Collection Services Assistant Director to maintain and improve the standards and workflow for the processing and cataloging of archival collections. Duties and Responsibilities: • Process archival collections of increasing complexity and assist in overseeing group processing projects. Arrange and describe archival materials in accordance with Describing Archives: A Content Standard (DACS) and other relevant archival standards; ensure DACS compliance for finding aids., • Draft and edit finding aids for manuscript collections and state agency record groups., • Perform cataloging of archival materials, using proper descriptive language, DACS rules, and LC subject headings., • Perform input of bibliographic information using OCLC and TSLA’s online catalog utility., • Assist with oversight of holdings management activities, including serving as stack puller as assigned., • Develop and maintain professional skills by participating in continuing education and professional development activities such as conferences, workshops, and committee work; by conducting research or writing for publication; or by engaging in other creative and learning activities., • Participate in job-related organizations such as STA, TAM, AASLH, CoSA, NAGARA, SARC, and SAA., • Assist with donor relations and the accessioning of manuscript collections., • Identify gaps in the manuscript collections and assist the section director in soliciting donations of archival materials., • Assist the section director in evaluating newly accessioned collections and setting priorities, processing depths, and preservation actions for the processing of materials., • Assist in the management of part-time staff, interns, and/or volunteers.Minimum Qualifications:Education and Experience:, • Master’s degree in Library/Information Sciences or a related field from an accredited college or university., • A minimum of three years of experience working with archival collections, library special collections, or records management., • Demonstrated experience in archival arrangement and description., • Cataloging experience preferred., • Experience with ArchivesSpace preferred.Knowledge and Abilities:, • Knowledge and understanding of the process and principles of records appraisal and disposition and the basic principles of archival theory and practice., • Knowledge and experience with archival processing, including archival theory and best practices regarding arrangement and description., • Familiarity with DACS and EAD for finding aid creation., • Knowledge of archival and preservation concepts, methodology, and techniques., • Demonstrated competency in spreadsheet, database, and word-processing skills. Experience with Microsoft Office required., • Strong competency in English composition equivalent to that of a successful research paper at the graduate level., • Project management skills and experience., • Ability to work periodic Saturdays for stack retrieval tasks., • Highly motivated individual., • Excellent oral and written communications skills and the ability to work collegially., • Ability to work independently and with limited supervision., • Ability to read cursive and decipher 18th and 19th century handwriting., • Ability to lift and carry boxes of books and records weighing up to forty pounds.Salary: $51,300 annually plus State of Tennessee benefits package. Powered by JazzHR 3muC5fpTB1

Job Description Job Summary: Manages and maintains the Campus’s Learning Resource System (including but not limited to the library) and assists students with their library and research needs on a full-time basis. Supervises any assistant librarians. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: • Adheres to all College policies and procedures and operates at all times within state and federal statutes and regulations and within standards of accreditation., • Participates with the Campus Dean, Program Chairs, and faculty in planning and goal-setting activities for the Library Resource System., • Ensures that proactive, professional, customer-oriented services are provided by the Learning Resource System, such as reference/research services and assistance with accessing resources., • In compliance with Library Resource System goals and plans, coordinates the development and application of Information Center technology., • Assists in the selection and acquisition of library resources, equipment, and materials., • Works within the library budget constraints., • Conducts classes and workshops on library resources, as assigned., • Administers entrance testing, as assigned., • Supervises, coordinates, and customarily and regularly directs the work of library staff at the Campuses., • Provides suggestions and recommendations as to the hiring, firing, promotion, demotion, discipline, or any other change of status for an employee under his or her direct supervision to the Provost; suggestions and recommendations are given particular weight., • Exercises discretion and independent judgment with respect to specific subject matter areas under his or her administrative guidance., • Participates regularly in continuing professional development activities., • Performs other duties or special projects as assigned., • Maintains professional and effective working relationships with all other Campus personnel., • Conducts his or her professional and personal life in a fashion that fosters a positive impression of the College., • Performs the job on site when required. Remote work is appropriate when onsite work is not required. Subject to change if superseded by Human Resource policy regarding remote work. Job Requirements Education: • A master’s degree in Library Science or Information Science. Experience: • Proven skill in using a library holding-based program., • Experienced managing a virtual library., • Prior work experience for a SACS accredited institution., • Proven skill in using the Dewey Decimal System., • Sufficient knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, and testing software to perform duties.

Job DescriptionConservator / Conservation Lab Supervisor Tennessee Department of State The Tennessee State Library & Archives Mission: The mission of the Office of the Secretary of State is to exceed the expectations of our customers, the taxpayers, by operating at the highest levels of accuracy, cost-effectiveness, and accountability in a customer-centered environment. Supervisor: Director of Archival Collection Services Summary: Located in Nashville, Tennessee, the Tennessee State Library & Archives is the official repository for the permanent state records of Tennessee and collects privately donated materials that provide insight into the lives of Tennesseans and the history and culture of Tennessee. The Library & Archives is committed to the preservation and accessibility of the materials in its collections and encourages and promotes library and archives development throughout the state, including guidance on preservation. The Library & Archives has 554,888 records in its catalog, including approximately 33,000 cubic feet of archive materials. All Tennesseans have access to our online repositories and catalog, and anyone can research on-site with a Library & Archives library card. The Conservator/Conservation Lab Supervisor oversees the operations of the Library & Archives’ Conservation Lab, which include conservation treatments, the creation of custom enclosures, housings, and supports, and institution-wide preservation programs including integrated pest management and environmental monitoring. The position supervises one full-time technician and two part-time assistants, plans training and outreach programs, and manages a calendar of production in concert with the Director of Archival Collection Services and the Assistant State Archivist. Duties/Responsibilities: • Manages and supervises all lab staff, and all activities supported by the conservation lab. Trains staff as needed on new tasks., • Performs conservation treatments on library and archives collections, maintaining written and photographic documentation of all work., • Designs and creates housings and exhibit mounts/supports for collections., • Recommends standards and procedures for the preservation, treatment, handling, and storage of collections., • Implements the preventive conservation programs, including the integrated pest management program and environmental monitoring program., • Requisitions supplies and equipment for the conservation lab; operates required equipment and updates procedural documentation for the equipment., • Provides training and education for Library & Archives’ staff, as well as for staff of archives, libraries, and governmental agencies statewide on environmental monitoring and control, disaster preparedness, housings, and care and handling of collections., • Keeps up-to-date on best practices by establishing and maintaining working relationships with other conservation departments and/or conservators, as well as engagement with professional organizations, publications, and continuing education and research., • Assists with emergency/disaster response planning and training., • Performs other related work as required.Minimum Qualifications, • Master’s degree from a recognized graduate program in art conservation, specializing in paper, photographs, or library and archives, or equivalent., • A minimum of two years’ professional conservation experience, or commensurate qualification and experience., • Experience and expertise in the treatment and preservation of works of art on paper, photographic materials, and/or books., • Knowledge of the materials, characteristics, and historic and current methods of manufacture of paper, photographs, and books., • Experience creating enclosures for the safe storage of collections., • Familiarity with appropriate exhibition and environmental standards for collections, emergency/disaster planning and response, and the surveying of collections., • Excellent verbal and written communication skills., • Strong organizational and project management skills., • An analytical, adaptable, and creative approach to problem solving., • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with allied professionals, associates, public officials, private groups, and the public., • Ability to draft and implement policies and procedures.Preferred Qualifications, • Supervisory experience., • Experience working across different departments and with cross-departmental preservation programs.Salary: Commensurate with experience, plus the State of Tennessee Benefits Package. Powered by JazzHR IWklNabEqt

Job Description Position Title: Part-Time Librarian/Archivist Assistant Reports To: Director of Library Services FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Hours: 20 hours per week (flexible scheduling within business hours) Location: Susie McClure Library (American Baptist College), Nashville, TN Position Summary The Part-Time Archivist and Library Reference Assistant supports the library’s mission by managing archival collections and providing reference services to students, faculty, staff, and the public. This dual-role position is ideal for a detail-oriented, service-driven professional passionate about preserving historical records and promoting information access. Key Responsibilities Archival Services • Process, arrange, describe, and preserve archival materials according to professional standards., • Maintain finding aids and metadata for digital and physical collections., • Assist with digital repository management., • Respond to research inquiries related to archival collections., • Collaborate on exhibits, outreach, and programming that promote the archives. Reference and Instruction Services • Provide in-person and virtual reference assistance to users., • Assist patrons with locating, accessing, and using print and electronic resources., • Support students and faculty in developing research strategies and navigating library databases., • Provide basic instruction in information literacy as needed., • Assist with circulation, shelving, and other daily library operations. Required Qualifications • Bachelor’s degree in history, Archives, Library Science, or related field. (degree must be fulfilled by December 2026)., • Experience working with archival collections and reference services., • Strong organizational and communication skills., • Familiarity with archival standards such as DACS and metadata schemas like Dublin Core., • Competency in Microsoft Office and basic library systems; knowledge of Omeka S, or similar platforms, is a plus. Preferred Qualifications • Knowledge of or experience with historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs), religious archives, or community-based collections., • Experience with digitization tools and digital preservation practices., • Ability to work collaboratively and independently., • Master’s degree in history, Archives, Library Science, or related field. Compensation This is a part-time position at $18.00 per hour, not eligible for benefits. American Baptist College (ABC) in Nashville views its employees as valued assets, fostering a supportive working environment where staff, faculty, and volunteers are recognized as key contributors to the institution's success.

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