Category Archives: Job announcements

University of Houston Libraries job posting

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.

HAM-TMC Library seeks archivist

Click here for HAM-TMC Library archivist job posting.

The Houston Academy of Medicine – Texas Medical Center (HAM-TMC) Library seeks an Archivist.  This individual will be responsible for the physical security and environment of the historical collections (photographs, archives, manuscripts, and books) housed in the Historical Research Center (HRC).  He or she will also offer reference support and assistance to Library clients, arrange and process archival collections, and prepare and manage the budget for the HRC.

Preferred candidate will possess Archivist Certification through Academy of Certified Archivists.

Job closing date: Dec. 30, 2009

Please email CV or Resume and cover letter addressing qualifications to:

Andrea Thomas, Human Resources Specialist

Houston Academy of Medicine – Texas Medical Center Library

1133 John Freeman Boulevard

Houston, Texas 77030

Fax #: 713.799.7129

Email: andrea.thomas@exch.library.tmc.edu

archivist sought for family project

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>.