Hope College
Holland, MI 49423
Collections Archivist – Hope College Library (11 month non-tenure track faculty position) Hope College seeks a Collections Archivist who is passionate about the power of telling stories through institutional and historical records of the past. This position will work with the traditional processing of archival materials as well as exciting digital projects, and provide support for student and faculty research. This position reports to the Director of Special Collections. Responsibilities include:
Maintaining the collections of the Joint Archives of Holland – accessioning new archival materials, processing physical and digital collections, developing processing priorities, and facilitating a records management program
Providing research services to students, faculty, staff, and community members
Hiring, training, and supervising student assistants
Coordinating digital projects with the library’s technical services and digital initiatives team.
The Archives are housed in the Theil Research Center on Hope College’s campus and at the Van Wylen Library. It serves as a regional center for local history research, specializing in Hope College, the history of the Dutch in America and the Holland, Michigan, area. The collections include works and writings from Hope College students and faculty, records from administrative offices, photographs, recordings, and videos documenting the history of the College from 1866 to present, and Reformed Church in America missionaries. ArchiveSpace was implemented in 2021 and many of the digitized materials are held in Digital Commons and in Artstor Public Collections , two online repositories.
Qualifications
Required:
ALA -accredited MILS / MLS with specialized archival training as a part of MILS degree or certificate program.
Experience in archives including some combination of experience and course work with archival processing, electronic records management, digitization and reference services.
Excellent oral and written communications skills; demonstrated ability to work as a part of a team.
Ability to understand diverse perspectives and the significance of differences and complexities in background, cultures, values and viewpoints as the foundation for an inclusive environment.
An understanding of and commitment to the undergraduate liberal arts college, the Mission of Hope College, and the historic Christian faith.
Preferred:
Demonstrated knowledge of computer applications including digital audio and visual reproduction software tools and current archival software systems such as Archon, Archivists’ Toolkit or ArchivesSpace.
Knowledge of records management and/or digital asset management
Application Instructions:
This position would begin July 1, 2023 Applications are accepted online at www.hope.edu/jobs . Candidates will be considered as long as all requirements are met by start date. Applicants should upload:
Cover letter of application addressed to the Search Committee Chair, Jenifer Holman
A CV
Unofficial transcripts
A statement responding to Hope College’s mission statement , addressing how candidate would support two core dimensions of the mission: (a) candidate’s engagement with Hope College’s Christian Aspirations , and (b) candidate’s interest in the global and multicultural dimension with particular attention to diversity and inclusion.
In addition, please enter the contact information for three references on the application (including current email addresses). Those references will be contacted before on-campus interviews.
Review of applications will begin immediately upon application submission, and will continue until the position is filled. For full consideration, the deadline to apply is Feb 13, 2023. Inquiries regarding this position or Hope College may be directed to Jenifer Holman at holman@hope.edu or 616-395-7790.
Collections Archivist – Hope College Library (11 month non-tenure track faculty position) Hope College seeks a Collections Archivist who is passionate about the power of telling stories through institutional and historical records of the past. This position will work with the traditional processing of archival materials as well as exciting digital projects, and provide support for student and faculty research. This position reports to the Director of Special Collections. Responsibilities include:
Maintaining the collections of the Joint Archives of Holland – accessioning new archival materials, processing physical and digital collections, developing processing priorities, and facilitating a records management program
Providing research services to students, faculty, staff, and community members
Hiring, training, and supervising student assistants
Coordinating digital projects with the library’s technical services and digital initiatives team.
The Archives are housed in the Theil Research Center on Hope College’s campus and at the Van Wylen Library. It serves as a regional center for local history research, specializing in Hope College, the history of the Dutch in America and the Holland, Michigan, area. The collections include works and writings from Hope College students and faculty, records from administrative offices, photographs, recordings, and videos documenting the history of the College from 1866 to present, and Reformed Church in America missionaries. ArchiveSpace was implemented in 2021 and many of the digitized materials are held in Digital Commons and in Artstor Public Collections , two online repositories.
Qualifications
Required:
ALA -accredited MILS / MLS with specialized archival training as a part of MILS degree or certificate program.
Experience in archives including some combination of experience and course work with archival processing, electronic records management, digitization and reference services.
Excellent oral and written communications skills; demonstrated ability to work as a part of a team.
Ability to understand diverse perspectives and the significance of differences and complexities in background, cultures, values and viewpoints as the foundation for an inclusive environment.
An understanding of and commitment to the undergraduate liberal arts college, the Mission of Hope College, and the historic Christian faith.
Preferred:
Demonstrated knowledge of computer applications including digital audio and visual reproduction software tools and current archival software systems such as Archon, Archivists’ Toolkit or ArchivesSpace.
Knowledge of records management and/or digital asset management
Application Instructions:
This position would begin July 1, 2023 Applications are accepted online at www.hope.edu/jobs . Candidates will be considered as long as all requirements are met by start date. Applicants should upload:
Cover letter of application addressed to the Search Committee Chair, Jenifer Holman
A CV
Unofficial transcripts
A statement responding to Hope College’s mission statement , addressing how candidate would support two core dimensions of the mission: (a) candidate’s engagement with Hope College’s Christian Aspirations , and (b) candidate’s interest in the global and multicultural dimension with particular attention to diversity and inclusion.
In addition, please enter the contact information for three references on the application (including current email addresses). Those references will be contacted before on-campus interviews.
Review of applications will begin immediately upon application submission, and will continue until the position is filled. For full consideration, the deadline to apply is Feb 13, 2023. Inquiries regarding this position or Hope College may be directed to Jenifer Holman at holman@hope.edu or 616-395-7790.
University of Texas Libraries
Purpose
This position supports and contributes to learning and discovery by managing the life cycle of the University of Texas Libraries' licensed scholarly electronic resources, ensuring continued access through and between all library-supported user gateways.
Responsibilities
Proactively and accurately manages technical and administrative changes related to electronic resource access. Provides timely, high-quality support to library staff and users by investigating and resolving issues arising from the use of e-resources. Coordinates the review and negotiation process for licenses and the day-to-day e-resources lifecycle workflow in order to ensure seamless access. Establishes and documents workflows, processes, and best practices for e-resources acquisition, licensing, implementation, and maintenance. Manages e-resource related information in Alma, Primo VE, and other ER-related applications including loading records in batch. Works collaboratively with University of Texas Libraries (UTL) Information Technology and e-resources vendors to ensure application security. Collaborates with Content Management staff to maintain accurate descriptive metadata, and holdings. Contributes to a variety of data analysis projects by collecting and analyzing e-resource usage data and cost-use analysis. Undertakes project-based work as required to accommodate wider policy and procedural changes. Works with e-resources vendors to establish and manage product trials. Provides training and instruction for library personnel as well as library users in the use of e-resources.
Participates in professional activities and maintains awareness of developments associated with job functions. Serves on committees, task forces, and working groups related to departmental responsibilities. Provides and supports library outreach to various stakeholders through communication and collaboration.
Required Qualifications
MLS/MLIS or equivalent.
Demonstrated knowledge of the E-resource Life Cycle, including knowledge of the technologies, trends, and challenges within the electronic resources management field.
Awareness of the relationship between electronic resources management and other library services, such as acquisitions, cataloging/metadata and discovery systems.
Demonstrated initiative, flexibility, and ability to work and problem solve creatively and effectively both independently and as a team member.
Experience working with publishers and/or vendors of electronic resources.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills including the ability to explain complex concepts to a wide range of users in individual and group settings. Outstanding attention to detail and thoroughness.
Commitment to a diverse academic community, and an understanding of the contributions a diverse workforce brings to the workplace.
Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in an academic or research library.
Demonstrated commitment to keeping current with changes in the e-resources management field.
Demonstrated proficiency with existing education technologies used to provide access to and between e-resources, as well as office productivity software and the ability to adapt to new technologies as they evolve.
Demonstrated knowledge of e-resource industry standards, best practices, and protocols, including but not limited to e-resource licensing and usage data standards, e.g., COUNTER, and SUSHI.
Capacity to adjust and thrive in an ambiguous, future-oriented environment and to respond effectively to changing needs and priorities.
Ability to contribute to a thoughtful, expressive environment, with a group of team leaders working together to create a constructive, open-minded, and innovative learning community.
Knowledge of metadata standards and best practices.
Experience using and/or certification in Ex Libris Alma and Primo VE platforms and other tools such as Springshare products and EZ Proxy.
Enthusiasm for delivering high quality service.
Familiarity with digital scholarship tools and trends.
Experience in leading, supervising, or directing technical staff.
Research indicates that applicants with marginalized identities are hesitant to apply for positions if they do not meet all of the qualifications. We want to emphasize that the preferred qualifications are not required and that we are committed to helping our future colleague develop these preferred skills.
Purpose
This position supports and contributes to learning and discovery by managing the life cycle of the University of Texas Libraries' licensed scholarly electronic resources, ensuring continued access through and between all library-supported user gateways.
Responsibilities
Proactively and accurately manages technical and administrative changes related to electronic resource access. Provides timely, high-quality support to library staff and users by investigating and resolving issues arising from the use of e-resources. Coordinates the review and negotiation process for licenses and the day-to-day e-resources lifecycle workflow in order to ensure seamless access. Establishes and documents workflows, processes, and best practices for e-resources acquisition, licensing, implementation, and maintenance. Manages e-resource related information in Alma, Primo VE, and other ER-related applications including loading records in batch. Works collaboratively with University of Texas Libraries (UTL) Information Technology and e-resources vendors to ensure application security. Collaborates with Content Management staff to maintain accurate descriptive metadata, and holdings. Contributes to a variety of data analysis projects by collecting and analyzing e-resource usage data and cost-use analysis. Undertakes project-based work as required to accommodate wider policy and procedural changes. Works with e-resources vendors to establish and manage product trials. Provides training and instruction for library personnel as well as library users in the use of e-resources.
Participates in professional activities and maintains awareness of developments associated with job functions. Serves on committees, task forces, and working groups related to departmental responsibilities. Provides and supports library outreach to various stakeholders through communication and collaboration.
Required Qualifications
MLS/MLIS or equivalent.
Demonstrated knowledge of the E-resource Life Cycle, including knowledge of the technologies, trends, and challenges within the electronic resources management field.
Awareness of the relationship between electronic resources management and other library services, such as acquisitions, cataloging/metadata and discovery systems.
Demonstrated initiative, flexibility, and ability to work and problem solve creatively and effectively both independently and as a team member.
Experience working with publishers and/or vendors of electronic resources.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills including the ability to explain complex concepts to a wide range of users in individual and group settings. Outstanding attention to detail and thoroughness.
Commitment to a diverse academic community, and an understanding of the contributions a diverse workforce brings to the workplace.
Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in an academic or research library.
Demonstrated commitment to keeping current with changes in the e-resources management field.
Demonstrated proficiency with existing education technologies used to provide access to and between e-resources, as well as office productivity software and the ability to adapt to new technologies as they evolve.
Demonstrated knowledge of e-resource industry standards, best practices, and protocols, including but not limited to e-resource licensing and usage data standards, e.g., COUNTER, and SUSHI.
Capacity to adjust and thrive in an ambiguous, future-oriented environment and to respond effectively to changing needs and priorities.
Ability to contribute to a thoughtful, expressive environment, with a group of team leaders working together to create a constructive, open-minded, and innovative learning community.
Knowledge of metadata standards and best practices.
Experience using and/or certification in Ex Libris Alma and Primo VE platforms and other tools such as Springshare products and EZ Proxy.
Enthusiasm for delivering high quality service.
Familiarity with digital scholarship tools and trends.
Experience in leading, supervising, or directing technical staff.
Research indicates that applicants with marginalized identities are hesitant to apply for positions if they do not meet all of the qualifications. We want to emphasize that the preferred qualifications are not required and that we are committed to helping our future colleague develop these preferred skills.
Hawkeye Community College
Waterloo, IA
JOB SUMMARY
The Family Literacy Program Parent Education Specialist works with Adult Education and Literacy (AEL) students from both the English Language Learning (ELL) and High School Completion (HSC) Programs at the Hawkeye Community College Van G. Miller Adult Learning Center to deliver parent education classes using a two-generation approach for adult students with children aged 0 to 18. Sessions may be conducted in-person or online and are aimed at helping students take on an active role in the education of their child/children while continuing their own education. The Parent Education Specialist develops and provides independent literacy activities (ILA) for parents to use with their children at home and partners with organizations that work with children.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
I mportant responsibilities and duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:
Teaches parent education classes.
Schedules and facilitates Family Literacy Program events.
Develops schedule, content, and curriculum for parent education classes.
Recruits program participants throughout the year.
Maintains program records and maintains data integrity.
Assists with grant applications, grant maintenance, grant reporting, and grant funder recognition.
Assists with development of new program initiatives.
Represents the program to current and potential donors.
Maintains compliance with the state and federal Department of Education and other funders.
Builds positive relationships with students, staff, community partners, and funding agencies.
Maintains communication with administrative and instructional staff.
Makes purchasing recommendations for children’s books, literacy materials, and program supplies following the program budget.
Manages program materials and supplies such as lending library/literacy kits.
Participates in professional development and staff meetings.
Collaborates with ELL and HSC orientation, goal-setting, action-planning, and employability skills.
Provides professional development on family literacy topics to staff and community partners.
Stays current on research involving family literacy topics.
Maintains FERPA confidentiality requirements.
Serves on internal committees.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor’s Degree in Education, Literacy, Family Literacy, Reading Instruction, Early Childhood, Family Environment, TESOL, Psychology, Counseling, Social Work, or related field.
One-year experience in a literacy-related field.
One-year teaching experience.
Working knowledge of Family Literacy methods and materials.
Demonstrated understanding of basic child development.
Experience with grants and reporting processes.
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
Demonstrated ability to exercise professional judgement.
Demonstrated proficiency using Microsoft Office and Google Suite.
Ability to work with diverse populations (faculty, staff, students, and general public).
Ability to work a flexible schedule which includes Tuesday and Thursday evenings.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Requires skills for succeeding in an office environment, using technology. Requires good hand-eye coordination including visual acuity to use a keyboard and read technical information; arm, hand and finger dexterity, including ability to grasp. Work is performed in an office setting. Sit, stand, bend, lift and move intermittently during working hours. During course of day, interact with students, faculty and staff in person, by telephone and computer.
EMPLOYMENT STATUS
Full-time, grant funded, position with comprehensive benefits program including health, dental, vision, life, and LTD insurance, a Section 125 plan for medical and dependent care expenses; holiday, personal, sick, and vacation leave; and a choice of retirement programs—IPERS (defined benefit) or TIAA (defined contribution).
APPLICATION PROCEDURE
Complete online application at hawkeyecollege.edu/employment including a cover letter that briefly addresses:
Describe any education and experience you have related to Family Literacy and tell us why you are interested in this position.
Describe any experience with program and curriculum development.
Describe any experience you have working with adult learners.
Submit online application and all required materials by the deadline.
Hawkeye Community College is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, committed to equity and diversity in its educational services and employment practices: https://www.hawkeyecollege.edu/about/diversity-inclusion/equal-opportunity . The College does not discriminate on the basis of sex; race; age; color; creed; national origin; religion; disability; sexual orientation; gender identity; genetic information; or actual or potential parental, family, or marital status in its programs, activities, or employment practices. Veteran status is also included to the extent covered by law. Any person alleging a violation of equity regulations shall have the right to file a formal complaint. Inquiries concerning application of this statement should be addressed to: Equity Coordinator and Title IX Coordinator for employees, 319-296-4405; or Title IX Coordinator for students, 319-296-4448; Hawkeye Community College, 1501 East Orange Road, P.O. Box 8015, Waterloo, Iowa 50704-8015; or email equity-titleIX@hawkeyecollege.edu , or the Director of the Office for Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education, Citigroup Center, 500 W. Madison, Suite 1475, Chicago, IL 60661, phone number 312-730-1560, fax 312-730-1576, email: OCR.Chicago@ed.gov .
If any applicant is in need of a reasonable accommodation in completing the application process, please notify a member of Human Resource Services.
JOB SUMMARY
The Family Literacy Program Parent Education Specialist works with Adult Education and Literacy (AEL) students from both the English Language Learning (ELL) and High School Completion (HSC) Programs at the Hawkeye Community College Van G. Miller Adult Learning Center to deliver parent education classes using a two-generation approach for adult students with children aged 0 to 18. Sessions may be conducted in-person or online and are aimed at helping students take on an active role in the education of their child/children while continuing their own education. The Parent Education Specialist develops and provides independent literacy activities (ILA) for parents to use with their children at home and partners with organizations that work with children.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
I mportant responsibilities and duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:
Teaches parent education classes.
Schedules and facilitates Family Literacy Program events.
Develops schedule, content, and curriculum for parent education classes.
Recruits program participants throughout the year.
Maintains program records and maintains data integrity.
Assists with grant applications, grant maintenance, grant reporting, and grant funder recognition.
Assists with development of new program initiatives.
Represents the program to current and potential donors.
Maintains compliance with the state and federal Department of Education and other funders.
Builds positive relationships with students, staff, community partners, and funding agencies.
Maintains communication with administrative and instructional staff.
Makes purchasing recommendations for children’s books, literacy materials, and program supplies following the program budget.
Manages program materials and supplies such as lending library/literacy kits.
Participates in professional development and staff meetings.
Collaborates with ELL and HSC orientation, goal-setting, action-planning, and employability skills.
Provides professional development on family literacy topics to staff and community partners.
Stays current on research involving family literacy topics.
Maintains FERPA confidentiality requirements.
Serves on internal committees.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor’s Degree in Education, Literacy, Family Literacy, Reading Instruction, Early Childhood, Family Environment, TESOL, Psychology, Counseling, Social Work, or related field.
One-year experience in a literacy-related field.
One-year teaching experience.
Working knowledge of Family Literacy methods and materials.
Demonstrated understanding of basic child development.
Experience with grants and reporting processes.
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
Demonstrated ability to exercise professional judgement.
Demonstrated proficiency using Microsoft Office and Google Suite.
Ability to work with diverse populations (faculty, staff, students, and general public).
Ability to work a flexible schedule which includes Tuesday and Thursday evenings.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Requires skills for succeeding in an office environment, using technology. Requires good hand-eye coordination including visual acuity to use a keyboard and read technical information; arm, hand and finger dexterity, including ability to grasp. Work is performed in an office setting. Sit, stand, bend, lift and move intermittently during working hours. During course of day, interact with students, faculty and staff in person, by telephone and computer.
EMPLOYMENT STATUS
Full-time, grant funded, position with comprehensive benefits program including health, dental, vision, life, and LTD insurance, a Section 125 plan for medical and dependent care expenses; holiday, personal, sick, and vacation leave; and a choice of retirement programs—IPERS (defined benefit) or TIAA (defined contribution).
APPLICATION PROCEDURE
Complete online application at hawkeyecollege.edu/employment including a cover letter that briefly addresses:
Describe any education and experience you have related to Family Literacy and tell us why you are interested in this position.
Describe any experience with program and curriculum development.
Describe any experience you have working with adult learners.
Submit online application and all required materials by the deadline.
Hawkeye Community College is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, committed to equity and diversity in its educational services and employment practices: https://www.hawkeyecollege.edu/about/diversity-inclusion/equal-opportunity . The College does not discriminate on the basis of sex; race; age; color; creed; national origin; religion; disability; sexual orientation; gender identity; genetic information; or actual or potential parental, family, or marital status in its programs, activities, or employment practices. Veteran status is also included to the extent covered by law. Any person alleging a violation of equity regulations shall have the right to file a formal complaint. Inquiries concerning application of this statement should be addressed to: Equity Coordinator and Title IX Coordinator for employees, 319-296-4405; or Title IX Coordinator for students, 319-296-4448; Hawkeye Community College, 1501 East Orange Road, P.O. Box 8015, Waterloo, Iowa 50704-8015; or email equity-titleIX@hawkeyecollege.edu , or the Director of the Office for Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education, Citigroup Center, 500 W. Madison, Suite 1475, Chicago, IL 60661, phone number 312-730-1560, fax 312-730-1576, email: OCR.Chicago@ed.gov .
If any applicant is in need of a reasonable accommodation in completing the application process, please notify a member of Human Resource Services.