Classified Ad Title:
Librarian, Special Collections & Archives

Post Date
1/21/2026

Expiration Date
3/18/2026

Details:
The Hiram College Library seeks a Part-Time Archivist to manage, preserve, and provide access to the College’s archival collections. This part-time position is funded through the generous support of a private donor; continued employment is contingent upon the availability of donor funding. The Archivist will play a key role in organizing institutional records, developing sustainable systems for preservation, and increasing awareness of the value of archives to the College’s academic mission and institutional memory. This position works closely with the Library Director to prioritize goals and balance core responsibilities with strategic outreach to students, faculty, staff, and researchers.

Key Responsibilities and Duties
· Manage, preserve, and ensure access to Hiram College archival collections to support education and research.
· Process the existing backlog of institutional records and develop a sustainable records retention plan for ongoing management.
· Collaborate with the Library Director to prioritize tasks and focus efforts within available hours.
· Develop outreach strategies to engage students, faculty, and researchers and raise awareness of the archives’ value.
· Maintain proper preservation and storage of materials using current archival standards and best practices.
· Assist with digitization projects and support reference requests related to archival collections.

Qualifications
· Bachelor’s degree in history, Public History, Museum Studies, Library/Information Science, or a related field is required.
· Master’s degree (MLIS, MA, or equivalent) with a concentration in archives or records management preferred but not required.
· Demonstrated experience working with archival collections, including arrangement, description, and preservation.
· Familiarity with archival description standards such as DACS, EAD, or MARC, and an understanding of digital preservation practices.
· Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to work independently and collaborate across departments.
· Clear written and verbal communication skills and a commitment to engaging a diverse campus community.
· Interest in promoting the role of archives in teaching, learning, historical inquiry, and institutional legacy.

Application Process

Qualified candidates are encouraged to send a letter of application, resume, and the names, addresses, and telephone numbers of three professional references to HR@Hiram.edu. Review of applicants will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

Hiram College is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to Excellence through Diversity


Website:
https://www.hiram.edu/