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SUMMARY
Responsible for cataloging, classifying and maintaining control over a wide range of digital, multimedia and paper-based records and historical documents in many formats. Create and maintain finding aids in compliance with professional standards and encode finding aids using contemporary tools, including but not limited to archival descriptions (i.e., DACS, EAD and MARC). Assist to develop policies and/or procedures and manage the acquisition, disposition, access to and safekeeping of archival materials.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
- Collect, organize and preserve materials of enduring and historical appraisal and make them accessible to students.
- Develop and implement procedures for the acquisition, processing, digitalization and preservation of archival materials and/or collections.
- Create and maintain finding aids utilizing archival descriptions or other contemporary tools.
- Assist to develop, implement and maintain archival databases, polices and/or standards.
- Advise and assist researchers in the use of archival materials in research activities; interpret requirements and consult on archival information.
- Proactively build partnerships with donors of archival collections, appraise potential collection additions, and make recommendations for acquisition of new collections and deactivation of existing collections.
- Collaborate with internal HCC departments to ensure a seamless life-cycle of records once they have met their retention period and are deemed permanent.
- Collaborate with internal and external customers to provide materials for exhibits, special collections and events.
- Train and supervise work study students and volunteers as needed.
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential duties and responsibilities listed above. The qualifications listed below are representative of the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required.
EDUCATION
Master's degree required.
ALA-accredited MLS/MLIS/MSLIS; archival management concentration preferred.
EXPERIENCE
2 years experience working in archives, including managing collections, archival processing of physical and digital materials, and facilitating outreach required.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- Proficient with MS Office Programs
- Advanced knowledge of Archival Standards, Records Management and Digital Archives.
- Must possess excellent organizational skills.
- Able to work in a team environment and manage multiple tasks effectively and efficiently.
- Able to work in a large multicultural environment.
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by their supervisor.
This job description may be revised upon development of other duties and changes in responsibilities.
The Organization
Houston Community College (HCC) is an open-admission, public institution of higher education offering a high-quality, affordable education for academic advancement, workforce training, career development and lifelong learning to prepare individuals in our diverse communities for life and work in a global and technological society. We're proud to say that 98 percent of our graduates step into a job in their field of study immediately upon graduation. One of the largest community colleges in the nation, HCC has served the Greater Houston area for over four decades. Accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, and the Schools Commission on Colleges, we offer 300+ associate degree and certificate programs to 75,000+ students across 13 Centers of Excellence and online each semester. We are proud to be No.1 among all community colleges in the nation in providing associate degrees to minorities and No.1 in educating international students, with 10.4 percent of our student population from outside the USA. Our vision is to become the Employer of Choice in support of our mission for Student Success by attracting, retaining and motivating the best employees.
The Team
Some of the brightest minds in academics and business are choosing HCC as their home. When you join our talented team, you'll play a special role as teacher, mentor and academic advisor. We'll support you in your professional development as you contribute your knowledge and expertise to HCC, our students and the community.
Location
Houston is a city with limitless possibilities:
- Fourth-largest city in the U.S. and home to 54 Fortune 500 companies, second only to New York City's 55.
- Approximately 145 languages are spoken here.
- Overall after-taxes living costs are 5.6 percent below the average for all 308 urban areas recently surveyed.
- Houston is a major-league sports town, and don't forget the annual Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo.
- The weather is great! Mild winters ensure that outdoor activities can be enjoyed year-round.
- World-renowned medical care. The Houston metro area has long been known for its first-rate healthcare system, with many Houston area hospitals consistently ranking among the nation's top institutions.
- With over 150 museums and cultural institutions in the Greater Houston area, museums are a large part of Houston's cultural scene.
- Houston is the Culture & Culinary Capital of Texas with more than 7,500 restaurants and eating establishments covering 60+ cuisines.
EEO Statement
Houston Community College does not discriminate on the bases of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation or veteran's status. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies:
David Cross, Director EEO/Compliance, Title IX Coordinator
Office of Institutional Equity
PO Box 667517
Houston TX, 77266
713 718.8271 or Institutional.Equity@hccs.edu
HCC values its employees and their contributions, promotes opportunities for their professional growth and development, and provides a positive working and learning environment that encourages diversity, innovation and creativity, and inclusion.
Individuals with disabilities, who require special accommodations to interview, should contact (713) 718-8565.
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