The University of Arkansas at Little Rock seeks applications for the full-time Archivist (R0038470) position at its primary facility at the Center for Arkansas History and Culture in the RiverMarket District of downtown Little Rock. The Archivist, assigned to the UA Little Rock Center for Arkansas History and Culture, is responsible for processing archival collections, assisting patrons, and working collaboratively on archival projects. The person holding this position will participate in ArchivesSpace and other working group discussions. Assistance with grant writing and implementation is an expectation, along with some project management. This position is governed by state and federal laws and agency/institution policy.
Application materials must be submitted through the online application system. Additional information about this position and application requirements are available under the Jobs link on the Human Resources website at http://ualr.edu/humanresources/. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
This position is subject to a pre-employment criminal background and sex offender registry check. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication and/or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify any applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.
The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution. The university welcomes applications without regard to race/color, sex, gender, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability, religion, marital or parental status, protected veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal or state law. Under Arkansas law, all applications are subject to disclosure. Persons hired must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States
Required education and experience: Master’s degree and two years of relevant experience are necessary; must be highly motivated, flexible, and have the ability to lift 40 pounds.
The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is a metropolitan research university that provides an accessible, quality education through flexible learning and unparalleled internship opportunities. At UA Little Rock, we prepare our more than 9,000 students to be innovators and responsible leaders in their fields. Committed to its metropolitan research university mission, UA Little Rock is a driving force in Little Rock’s thriving cultural community and a major component of the city and state’s growing profile as a regional leader in research, technology, economic development, and job creation.
