Pictorial Archivist - req# 30733

The Center for Southwest Research (CSWR) & Special Collections specializes in interdisciplinary subjects relating to New Mexico, the Greater Southwest, Mexico, and Latin America and includes the University Archives. Its collection strengths include Native American, Chicano/Hispano, Spanish Colonial, and environmental design history.

The pictorial archivist is responsible for the processing, accessioning, management, preservation, and accessibility of the Center for Southwest Research and Special Collections extensive collection of visual materials, including photographs, illustrations, prints, and other pictorial documents. This role involves a combination of hands-on preservation work, digital archiving, metadata management, and providing research assistance. The Pictorial Archivist will ensure that the visual collections are well-maintained and accessible to students, researchers, faculty, and the public.

The University Environment

Founded in 1889, the University of New Mexico sits on the traditional homelands of the Pueblo of Sandia. The original peoples of New Mexico - Pueblo, Navajo, and Apache - since time immemorial, have deep connections to the land and have made significant contributions to the broader community statewide. We honor the land itself and those who remain stewards of this land throughout the generations and also acknowledge our committed relationship to Indigenous peoples. We gratefully recognize our history.

UNM is a Tier I Research Institution, a Hispanic-serving institution, and the flagship university in a majority-minority state. To support UNM’s diverse campus constituents and colleagues, the College affirms its commitment to honor diversity, ensure fairness and access, and create an environment where all employees are treated respectfully. These commitments include the support of the CULLS IDEA (Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, Accessibility) Committee and the College’s Anti-Racism statement.

See the Position Description for additional information.

Bachelor's degree; at least 5 years of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.

Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis.

• Demonstrated commitment to serving a diverse population of students, employees, & community members

• Knowledge of efficient archival process procedures and standards as they relate to visual materials. Familiarity with principles of archival appraisal

• Familiarity with archival standards, including DACS, EAD, MARC, LCSH, and Dublin Core

• Project management experience, including creating processing plans

• Experience using ArchivesSpace or another archival content management system

• Prior experience working with pictorial collections in an archival or library setting

• Strong customer service orientation and excellent interpersonal skills

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