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Librarian, Archivist

  • 492513
  • Full-Time
  • Closing on: Jan 5 2025
  • Library

Department: Library

Salary: Commensurate with Experience/Education

Description:

Manages the Victoria Regional History Center (VRHC), a joint collection and service of the university and Victoria College. The collections of the VRHC includes university archives, Victoria College archives, VRHC manuscript collections, special collections, the Texas Regional Historical Resource Depository, and the library's Texana collection.

1. Develops, curates, and makes accessible manuscript and archival collections, which includes managing, prioritizing, processing, arranging, and describing collections.

2. Creates documentation for content, procedures, and assessment for manuscript and archival collections; establishes procedures for the acquisition of archival and manuscript materials.

3. Develops and maintains the VRHC web presence to provide accessibility to collections in print and digital environments.

4. Serves as an active contributor to the library's reference and collection development programs and services.

5. Serves on library and campus-wide committees and represents the library in the community as a spokesperson for the historical collections of the Library.

6. Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications: Master's degree specializing in archival and/or library science. Coursework in archival standards and practices. Records management or archival records management experience. Two years of related experience and supervisory experience preferred

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The policy of the University of Houston-System and its universities is to ensure equal opportunity in all its educational programs and activities, and all terms and conditions of employment without regard to age, race, color, disability, religion, national origin, ethnicity, military status, genetic information, sex (including gender and pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or status, or gender expression, except where such a distinction is required by law.

A Closer Look at UHV

At the University of Houston-Victoria (UHV), we are driven by a relentless pursuit of excellence.

As a next-generation university, we redefine the boundaries of higher education, creating opportunities for students from all backgrounds to excel. Our unwavering focus on student success and research innovation sets us apart, positioning UHV as a model for universities of the future.

Our History

Since our establishment in 1973, we have grown into a vibrant institution with a reputation for academic excellence and a dedication to student success. At the University of Houston-Victoria (UHV), our history is a testament to our commitment to providing quality education and fostering academic achievement.

City Location

A regional hub 30 miles inland from the Gulf of Mexico, Victoria is a town of 65,000 located about two hours from Houston, Austin, San Antonio and Corpus Christi. UHV also offers classes at an instructional site in the Houston suburb of Katy. Students have choices in how they attend UHV:

  • UHV – 3007 N. Ben Wilson St., Victoria
  • UHV Katy – 22400 Grand Circle Blvd., Katy
  • Online

Mission Statement

The University of Houston-Victoria (UHV), a dynamic destination institution serving Texas and the world, is dedicated to providing every student with educational and leadership opportunities to become a successful professional and an engaged global citizen. Innovative educational activities challenge students to make meaningful connections between their learning and their lives in a complex world. The University of Houston-Victoria promotes economic development and advances the quality of life through teaching, research, and service excellence.

Our Goals

Continually enhance the quality of our student experience. Promote and expand access to education. Increase community engagements and increase public events for diverse audiences on our campuses. Promote a culture of institutional identification among stakeholders

Academic Excellence

Several of UHV’s academic degree programs have drawn top rankings from organizations including College Consensus, Intelligent.com and Research.com. Our Accreditations include: SACSCOC Accredited, AACSB Accredited, ABET Accredited, CACREP Accredited, NASP Accredited, and TASP Accredited

 

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