The Nelda C. and H.J. Lutcher Stark Foundation needs an archivist to establish a brand new archive of foundation materials that include historical family, community and business records and objects, some dating back to the 1800’s, as well as current business records.

The foundation has several hundred square feet that the successful candidate will be responsible for evaluating and creating an archives program based on best practices.  The archivist will manage and operate all aspects of the archive including archival processing, preservation, development of an accessibility plan, etc.  The work will be completed in the context of a private organization environment, which also has an affiliated museum, and the archivist will be expected to interface well with curators/museum staff, foundation board members, and community visitors.  The preferred candidate will have experience with or knowledge of records management regulations and be vigilant in protecting the interests of the foundation and family name.

Please visit the Stark Foundation website:  www.starkfoundation.org

For more information download the job posting document (Word) here.

Job posting: Historian/Archivist, Mouthwatering Media on behalf of Rice University’s Centennial Celebration

Historian/Archivist for Documentary

This two-month part-time project resource assists Mouth Watering Media’s documentary filmmaker by researching and sourcing archival materials including moving footage in support of a 30-60 minute documentary on the intertwined histories of Rice University and the city of Houston, potentially covering the topics of Athletics, the Built Environment (Engineering, Architecture, Construction & Development), Business/Economy, Culture (Art including Menil & MFAH, Music including Shepherd School of Music and Houston Symphony, Theater), and Science & Technology (e.g., NASA, nanotechnology, Texas Medical Center).

Familiarity with the archives at both the Woodson Research Center (Rice University) and the Houston Metropolitan Research Center is desired. Knowledge of written and photographic archival materials as well as archival moving footage is required. Experience with obtaining archival rights is preferred.

Some background information can be found here: http://centennial.rice.edu and here: http://centennial.rice.edu/timeline. Mouth Watering Media’s website is: http://mouthwateringmedia.com/

The documentary is scheduled for development between July 1 and September 1, 2011. A total of 20 days (160 hours) of work is estimated.

Please send your resume and a cover letter to: Douglas Newman, Mouth Watering Media, dnewman@mouthwateringmedia.com.

Rice University, Fondren Library:
Assistant Head of Cataloging & Metadata Coordinator

This position assists the Head of Cataloging and Metadata Services in management, direction, fiscal oversight, and long-term strategic planning for the Section. He/she serves as Metadata Coordinator and operational manager for the Copy Cataloging Unit.

For full information and application instructions, see https://jobs.rice.edu/applicants/jsp/shared/frameset/Frameset.jsp?time=1279313502574.

The University of Houston is seeking to fill a full-time position in the Special Collections library. For additional information about responsibilities, benefits and how to apply, see the university’s career site and search for the posting number listed below.

Title: Program Coordinator 2
Posting Number: 064975
Salary Range: 2,527.20 – 3,222.27

This position reports directly to the Head of Special Collections in the University Libraries. Responsibilities include supervising staff and a team of student workers in data entry and other tasks. Also oversees online delivery of archival collection finding aids. Coordinates department activities such as scheduling the reception and reference desks, is responsible for monitoring the departmental security system and oversees the organization and maintenance of the book stacks for efficient use. Also coordinates tracking use and ordering of supplies, as well as other administrative duties as assigned.

Requires a thorough understanding of both theoretical and practical aspects of an analytical, technical or professional discipline; or the basic knowledge of more than one professional discipline. Knowledge of the discipline is normally obtained through a formal, directly job-related 4 year degree from a college or university or an equivalent in-depth specialized training program that is directly related to the type of work being performed.

Coordinates and provides senior-level administrative support to an ongoing program at the University.

Requires a 4 year degree preferably in liberal arts discipline and a minimum of one (1) year of directly job-related experience. Also experience working in library in archives setting is a plus.

Emily Chiles is seeking to hire an archivist to compile newspapers and miscellaneous document pertaining to her husband’s achievments from childhood through middle-age. This collection will be passed down to Chiles’ children.

If you are interested, contact Emily Chiles at 713-263-8940 or send email to <emilychiles@sbcglobal.net>.