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Assistant Librarian: Digital Processing Archivist

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The Assistant Librarian with the additional title as Digital Processing Archivist is a 12-month, tenure-track position, reporting to the Executive Director of Library Services. This position is responsible for advancing the mission of the IU Northwest Archives and Special Collections, leads and oversees archival processing and operations while spearheading digital stewardship initiatives that modernize workflows and expand access to the Archives' materials in support of sustainable preservation and accessibility. Working closely alongside the Public Services Archivist and library faculty, they will increase the availability of the Archives' holdings in both digital and physical formats, while managing operations and digital systems to support effective access for library staff, researchers, and the broader community. This position has liaison responsibilities to academic departments, teaches library instruction sessions, general library reference duties, and participates in collection development activities for the library.

Responsibilities include serving as lead for archival processing projects and digital stewardship initiatives, developing repository and collection-level finding aids, leading digitization and digital stewardship initiatives, managing archival operations and digital systems, directing large-scale backlog reduction efforts, identifying and addressing legal, ethical, and rights-related considerations, working in tandem with the Public Services Archivist to align processing priorities, working collaboratively with library faculty and staff to support strategic planning, digital initiatives, and coordinate archival operations, providing joint supervision and mentorship of student workers and MLIS interns, and other duties as assigned.

The John W. Anderson Library serves a diverse population and is seeking applicants with excellent communication skills, previous reference experience, and the ability to work well with various populations. The library provides access to multiple information sources and services in support of student learning, faculty research, and community engagement. The library houses a collection of nearly half a million books and 200,000 government publications. The library has access to 350 online abstract or full-text journal databases, an online catalog of all IU libraries, online catalogs of local public and university libraries, 50,000 electronic journals, 230,000 e-books and audio books, online encyclopedias, and biography and statistical databases.

One of nine campuses of Indiana University, IU Northwest is located in metropolitan Northwest Indiana, approximately 30 miles southeast of Chicago and 10 miles from the Indiana Dunes National Park. The campus has a student population of approximately 3,200 degree-seeking students and more than 30,000 alumni, most of whom remain in the Northwest Indiana region, and has been recognized by the Department of Education as a minority and Hispanic serving institution. The campus offers Associate, Baccalaureate, and Master's degrees from the College of Arts and Sciences, the College of Health and Human Services, the School of Business and Economics, the School of the Arts, and the School of Education. The campus is also home to IU School of Medicine-Northwest-Gary, the region's only four-year medical doctorate program.

Basic Qualifications - Required: Master of Library & Information Science (MLIS or comparable) from an ALA-accredited institution Experience leading or managing archival processing and digitization efforts, including work with both physical and digital materials Experience working in an archives, manuscripts repository, special collections, or comparable setting Preferred: Knowledge of American history and historiography, with familiarity with Northwest Indiana and/or Calumet Region history Knowledge of current and emerging trends, standards, workflows, and best practices related to archival processing and digitization Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team-oriented environment Experience working with information systems, digital platforms, quality control, or technical troubleshooting Supervisory, instructional, mentorship, or leadership experience in academic, archival, or project-based settings, or comparable professional contexts Second master's degree

Department Contact for Questions - Questions regarding the position or application process can be directed to the search committee chair: Nicholas A. Casas, Assistant Librarian for Teaching & Learning, John W. Anderson Library IU Northwest Library Services, 3400 Broadway, Gary, IN 46408, ncasas@iu.edu

Additional Qualifications - All candidates must be eligible to work in the United States as of the position start date. The department is unable to sponsor visas for this position. For questions about work eligibility, the search committee can connect you with the IU Office of International Services.

Salary and Rank - Salary is commensurate with experience and education.

Special Instructions - Interested candidates should review and complete the online applications that require uploading: 1) curriculum vitae; 2) letter of application; 3) statement of librarianship philosophy (listed as other); and (4) list of three references with contact information to include mailing address, e-mail address, and telephone numbers at Review date begins May 15, 2026: (Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee). Final date, May 29, 2026: Applications will continue to be accepted until this date, but those received after the review date will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled.

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