Judaica job opportunity - cross posting from the Archives list.
________________________________ From: Jennifer M Cole <jmcol...@gmail.com> via [archi...@forums.archivists.org] Sent: Wednesday, February 01, 2017 10:54 AM To: Archives & Archivists (A&A) List Subject: [archives] JOB: Curator of Jewish Collections, The Filson Historical Society, Louisville, KY The Filson Historical Society in Louisville, Kentucky, is seeking a motivated and energetic individual to fill the position of Curator of Jewish Collections. In partnership with the Jewish Heritage Fund for Excellence, The Filson is creating a Jewish Community Archive, collecting important materials on the Jewish experience in Louisville and the effect Jewish community members have had on the progress and development of the city. The Curator of Jewish Collections will join the other members of the Filson’s Collections Department in acquiring, preserving, describing and providing access to the Filson’s collections, specifically focusing on collections documenting the Jewish experience within the Filson’s Jewish Community Archive. The primary responsibilities of this position include establishing lasting partnerships between the Filson and Jewish organizations and key community leaders for the purpose of identifying new collections; soliciting material from community organizations, individuals, and businesses to be permanently preserved at the Filson; and overseeing the arrangement and description of these collections in a variety of formats. This individual will also be involved in generating and overseeing programming related to the Jewish experience in Louisville. Other duties will include providing reference services, supervising support staff, interns and volunteers, participating in Filson outreach programs, and additional technical services work. This is a full-time, professional position. Required qualifications: • ALA-accredited MLS with coursework in archives or special collections librarianship or a Master's degree in U.S. history, American Studies, or related discipline with coursework or substantive experience in an archival, manuscript, special collections, or museum repository or historical program • 3-5 years of experience in archival work in a professional setting with processing and reference services • Demonstrated project management skills including high levels of productivity and focus • Experience with outreach to donors and other interested parties • Excellent written and oral communication skills • Knowledge of professional standards such as MARC, DACS, EAD, and Library of Congress Subject Headings • Ability to work effectively both independently and collaboratively in a dynamic environment Preferred qualifications: • Experience in community outreach and/or documentation • Strong knowledge of United States history, particularly that of Kentucky, the upper South, and/or Jewish history • Knowledge of American Jewish culture, customs, and terminology • Demonstrated abilities in professional writing • Supervisory experience Compensation: Salary commensurate with education and experience. Benefits, including health insurance; retirement plan options; and paid vacation, holiday, and sick leave. Review of applications will begin on February 17, 2017. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Interested individuals should email their letter of application, resume, and three professional references (with names, addresses, emails, and telephone numbers) to Marian Salmon, Chief of Business Operations, The Filson Historical Society [mar...@filsonhistorical.org<mailto:mar...@filsonhistorical.org>]. Since our founding in 1884, The Filson Historical Society’s mission has been to collect, preserve, and tell the significant stories of Kentucky and Ohio Valley history and culture. The Filson performs its mission by collecting and securing historical and cultural documents, books, objects, and art, exhibiting and interpreting our collections for the public, supporting research and study, and presenting educational programs and events. Learn more at www.filsonhistorical.org<http://www.filsonhistorical.org/>. o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o The ARCHIVES & ARCHIVISTS (A&A) LIST is sponsored by the Society of American Archivists. The opinions expressed on the A&A List do not necessarily represent those of SAA and are not endorsed by the Society. Unsubscribe or Change Settings: http://www.archivists.org/listservs/change.asp A&A List Terms of Participation and archives: http://www2.archivists.org/listservs/archives A&A List Coordinator: Melanie Mueller, mmuel...@archivists.org
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