University Archivist

University Archivist

Location

JSU Main Campus, MS

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

2016

College/Division

Library and Information Resources

Opening Date

04/24/2026

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

Description

The Division of Library and Information Resources/H.T. Sampson Library is accepting applications for its University Archivist position.

Examples of Duties

• Management, appraisal, processing, preservation, and organization of archival materials, including special collections and university records.

• Develop and implement policies and procedures for archival management, ensuring the protection and accessibility of materials.

• Provide reference service and research assistance related to the archives, special collections, and other areas of the library, as needed.

• Digitize archival materials and manage digital preservation initiatives.

• Promote awareness of archival resources through outreach, exhibits, and collaborations.

• Share nights and weekends.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Typical Qualifications

• Masters degree from an ALA-accredited program in Library and Information Science.
• Experience planning and/or providing information literacy instruction or other teaching experience.
• Excellent communication, planning, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
• Knowledge of information literacy, organization trends, practices, and issues.
• Demonstrated abilities in research scholarly work and professional services.
• Academic degree or academic subject background.

We offer a complete benefits package to full-time employees, including health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, long-term disability, holidays, vacation, and sick leave.

Part-time employees who work 20 hours or more per week are eligible for the complete benefits package.

To learn more details, visit our benefits page.

01

Which statement below best describes the highest level of education you have completed?

• High school graduate, diploma or the equivalent (GED)
• Associate degree
• Bachelors degree
• Masters degree
• Specialist degree
• Ph.D
• G.E.D.
• Juris Doctorate

02

Can you, if hired, provide proof of education?

• Yes
• No

03

Will you now or in the future require sponsorship to work in the United States?

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer Jackson State University (MS)

Address 1400 John R. Lynch Street

P.O. Box 17028

Jackson, Mississippi, 39217

Phone (601) 979-2015

Website https://www.jsums.edu/humanresources/