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PROJECT ARCHIVIST – DRAWINGS AND ARCHIVES

AVERY ARCHITECTURAL AND FINE ARTS LIBRARY

The Avery Architectural and Fine Arts Library, is searching for an
experienced archivist to process the architectural drawings and project
records of the New York architectural firm Emery Roth & Sons. This position
will be funded for 15 months with the possibility of extension. Funding for
the position will begin on the selectee’s start date. The collection covers
the production of the firm’s post-1950 work and includes records of several
significant Manhattan office buildings as well as project papers. The
Drawings and Archives consist of more than 1 million architectural drawings,
photographs, manuscripts, and other architectural archives. The department
is part of the Avery Library, a leading research library on architecture,
historic preservation, art history, painting, sculpture, graphic arts,
decorative arts, city planning, real estate, and archaeology. The Library
contains more than 400,000 volumes and receives approximately 1,900
periodicals.

Working under the supervision of the Curator of Drawing and Archives, the
Project Archivist will be responsible for:

- Processing architectural drawings, including ordering of projects,
description of drawings by title, date, associated architects, genres, among
other metadata, and coordinating drawings with archival materials.

- Processing architectural project files, including ordering of files,
description of contents, re-housing as necessary, and coordinating archival
materials with architectural drawings.

- Arranging and describing architectural collections in an electronic
database following DACS and other emerging standards. Includes searching,
authority work, description & subject analysis.

- Assigning, revising, and training support staff and students to provide
assistance with tasks above, including inputting, processing, and research
in archival files. The position will also be responsible for other duties
as assigned.

Requirements are: ALA accredited MLS with formal course work in archives
administration or an MA in archival management, and two years related
experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. The
incumbent must have thorough knowledge of archival processing and
preservation theories and procedure; working knowledge of Microsoft Access;
ability to work effectively, both independently and as a member or a team;
ability to combine accuracy and efficiency; proven organizational and
supervisory skills; proven interpersonal skills. Must be able to lift and
carry heavy boxes and must be able to climb ladders.

This position has been classified as a PC I position. Salary is
commensurate with experience. We offer excellent benefits including 100%
Columbia tuition exemption for self and family and assistance with
University housing. Columbia will also pay 50% tuition for your dependent
child who is a candidate for an undergraduate degree at another accredited
college or university.

One of the world’s leading research universities, Columbia provides
outstanding opportunities to work and grow in a unique intellectual
community. Set in the Morningside Heights academic village, Columbia also
presents the unmatched dynamism, diversity and cultural richness of New York
City. The University Libraries, grounded in collections of remarkable depth
and breadth, are also building extensive electronic resources and services.
The Libraries at Columbia are committed to collegiality, professionalism,
innovation and leadership.

For immediate consideration please e-mail your resume and the names/contact
information for 3 references to: libjobs2@columbia.edu

or send it to:

Human Resources

Columbia University

Box 18

Butler Library

MC 1104

535 West 114th Street

New York, NY 10027

Please reference Search # UL70107003 and include your e-mail address.

Cataloger/Associate Librarian – Amon Carter Museum Library.

Catalog and assist with the processing and storing of library materials;
assist the Library Director with maintenance and development of library
services for museum staff and public.

Duties include: Original and copy cataloging of monographic and serial
materials in all formats; oversee technical services workflow and quality
control; assist in supervising paraprofessional catalogers, library
assistants, and volunteers; provide reference and research service to museum
staff and public; work with Library Director to establish departmental
policies and procedures, as well as long-range planning; coordinate the
implementation and maintenance of library software and upgrades; liaise with
museum IT department and Texas Christian University; responsible for local
system administration of EX LIBRIS and OCLC; facilitate interlibrary loan
and exchange programs; assist Webmaster in maintaining the library’s web
presence; participate in staff training; compile library statistics and
administer stack storage areas. Reports to Library Director.

Requires: ALA-accredited MLS with at least three years of cataloging
experience; thorough knowledge of cataloging principles and procedures
including AACR2, USMARC formats, LCSH, authority control, and LC
classification; in-depth experience with an integrated library system (EX
LIBRIS and OCLC preferred); excellent computer skills including HTML, MS
Office, and Outlook; ability to establish and maintain effective working
relationships with a diverse community of colleagues and library users;
ability to work independently and as part of a team; background in art
history and/or American history preferred.

Position open until filled.

Mail, fax, or e-mail letter, resume and references to:

HR Manager

Amon Carter Museum

3501 Camp Bowie Blvd.

Fort Worth, TX 76107

Fax (817) 989-5149

kathy.goodale@cartermuseum.org

EEOC. www.cartermuseum.org

Research Database Editor – Project for the Study of Collecting and
Provenance

The Getty Research Institute

Researches, creates and edits records using primary and secondary source
material for inclusion in the Getty Provenance IndexR.

Supervises the work of editors, and is responsible for their training.

Ensures accuracy of data by applying thorough knowledge of current best
practices in database design; carefully applies this knowledge to the
production of records for electronic publication.

Sets and implements editorial standards, including rigorous standards for
quality assurance and quality control.

Sets editorial priorities and assignments to meet production deadlines.

Resolves complex database and editorial issues.

Communicates with current collaborators and works with key GRI staff to
initiate new collaborations as appropriate.

Within the framework of the GRI digital strategy and in collaboration with
other key GRI staff develops and implements new search tools and strategies
for management and provision of access to Provenance datasets.

Audits and advises on both publication formats and content of the PSCP Web
site.

Closely monitors and assesses both users and uses of the Getty Provenance
IndexR.

Responds to queries from researchers.

Qualifications: Ph.D. in art history; with work in the history of collecting
and provenance preferred; seven plus years editing, cataloguing, or
comparable experience in the filed of art history; reading knowledge of two
European languages or fluency in at least one European language.

Please send resume and cover letter to:

J. Paul Getty Trust

Attn: Human Resources

1200 Getty Center Drive

Los Angeles, CA 90049

or email resume and cover letter to jobs@getty.edu and indicate “Research
Database Editor IV” in the subject line.