Atkins Fellow - Community Archives
Are you a passionate and ambitious individual with a strong interest in community archives? Do you have a desire to make a tangible impact on preserving and sharing the history of underrepresented communities? If so, the University of North Carolina, Charlotte is looking for an Atkins Fellow to join our dynamic team and help us expand our community archives program. The ideal candidate will have a background in library or information science, experience with archival management, and a deep understanding of the importance of community-driven archives. If you are eager to contribute your skills and expertise to a vibrant and inclusive academic environment, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.
Develop and implement strategies to expand the community archives program at the University of North Carolina, Charlotte.
Conduct research and outreach to identify potential community partners and collections that align with the university's mission of preserving and sharing underrepresented histories.
Collaborate with community members and organizations to establish relationships and partnerships for the acquisition, organization, and preservation of community archives.
Assist in the development and implementation of policies and procedures for managing and maintaining community archives, ensuring adherence to ethical and legal standards.
Catalog and process new acquisitions, ensuring accurate and comprehensive metadata and organization of materials.
Provide instruction and training on archival management and preservation to community partners, students, and other stakeholders.
Utilize knowledge of archival best practices to ensure the long-term preservation of community archives.
Act as a liaison between the university and community partners, promoting the community archives program and fostering positive relationships.
Contribute to the development and maintenance of digital platforms and resources for accessing and promoting community archives.
Stay current on trends and developments in the field of community archives, and make recommendations for program enhancements and improvements.
Assist with grant writing and fundraising efforts to support the growth and sustainability of the community archives program.
Collaborate with other university departments and organizations to promote the community archives program and its resources.
Serve as a representative and advocate for the community archives program at university events and conferences.
Contribute to the overall mission and goals of the university by actively participating in committees, projects, and initiatives related to community archives and diversity and inclusion.
Maintain accurate records and statistics related to community archives acquisitions, outreach efforts, and usage to inform decision-making and report on program successes.
University of North Carolina, Charlotte is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.
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Develop and implement strategies to expand the community archives program at the University of North Carolina, Charlotte.
Conduct research and outreach to identify potential community partners and collections that align with the university's mission of preserving and sharing underrepresented histories.
Collaborate with community members and organizations to establish relationships and partnerships for the acquisition, organization, and preservation of community archives.
Assist in the development and implementation of policies and procedures for managing and maintaining community archives, ensuring adherence to ethical and legal standards.
Catalog and process new acquisitions, ensuring accurate and comprehensive metadata and organization of materials.
Provide instruction and training on archival management and preservation to community partners, students, and other stakeholders.
Utilize knowledge of archival best practices to ensure the long-term preservation of community archives.
Act as a liaison between the university and community partners, promoting the community archives program and fostering positive relationships.
Contribute to the development and maintenance of digital platforms and resources for accessing and promoting community archives.
Stay current on trends and developments in the field of community archives, and make recommendations for program enhancements and improvements.
Assist with grant writing and fundraising efforts to support the growth and sustainability of the community archives program.
Collaborate with other university departments and organizations to promote the community archives program and its resources.
Serve as a representative and advocate for the community archives program at university events and conferences.
Contribute to the overall mission and goals of the university by actively participating in committees, projects, and initiatives related to community archives and diversity and inclusion.
Maintain accurate records and statistics related to community archives acquisitions, outreach efforts, and usage to inform decision-making and report on program successes.
University of North Carolina, Charlotte is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.
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