Processing Archivist The New Mexico State University Library invites nominations and applications for the position of Processing Archivist. Founded in 1888, New Mexico State University is a comprehensive land-grant university and Carnegie designated high research institution. NMSU is a member of the Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities, and is classified as a Title V Minority Institution by the U.S. Department of Education. The University is located in the southern New Mexico city of Las Cruces, which offers a variety of cultural and recreational opportunities. For additional information, visit <http://www.nmsu.edu>http://www.nmsu.edu. RESPONSIBILITIES: Reporting to the Department Head for Archives and Special Collections, the Processing Archivist will process collections and prepare finding guides; provide reference service; supervise staff and student employees; and be assigned special projects. Trains other members of the department as needed. As a member of the library faculty, is responsible for achieving in the following areas: librarianship; research, publication, and creative activity; and service. QUALIFICATIONS: Required: MLS or equivalent degree with specialization in archives administration, in hand by hire date, from an ALA-accredited program. Knowledge of current arrangement and description, and processing standards; emphasis and experience with computers and electronic databases and appropriate microcomputer applications; ability to work efficiently and meet project goals and deadlines in a fast-paced work environment. Must have excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Preferred: Two years professional experience working in an archive or manuscript repository in an academic or research library. Demonstrated abilities in project planning, management, and library development/fund-raising. Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a complex, changing environment. POSTION INFORMATION: This is a 9-month appointment, tenure track position at the rank of assistant professor. Salary: $ 33, 500 (entry level). Benefits Offered: Group medical and hospital insurance, group life insurance, long-term disability insurance, state educational retirement, workers' compensation, and unemployment compensation. Opportunity for educational advancement. For additional information, visit the NMSU Employee Benefits web page <http://www.nmsu.edu/~personel/benefits.html>http://www.nmsu.edu/~personel/benefits.html. To Apply Qualified applicants should submit a cover letter stating qualifications, a resume, and names, addresses, (including e-mail), and telephone numbers of three references to Marti Torres, Business Operations Specialist, NMSU Library, Box 30006, MSC 3475, Las Cruces, NM 88003-8006; fax 505-646-6940; e-mail <mailto:[log in to unmask]>[log in to unmask] Review of applications will begin October1, 2006 and will continue until the position is filled. For additional information, visit <http://lib.nmsu.edu>http://lib.nmsu.edu. NMSU is an EEO/AA employer and encourages applications from women, minorities, and all under-represented groups. Offer of employment contingent upon verification of the individual's eligibility for employment in the United States. A posting from the Archives & Archivists LISTSERV List sponsored by the Society of American Archivists, www.archivists.org. For the terms of participation, please refer to http://www.archivists.org/listservs/arch_listserv_terms.asp. To subscribe or unsubscribe, send e-mail to [log in to unmask] In body of message: SUB ARCHIVES firstname lastname *or*: UNSUB ARCHIVES To post a message, send e-mail to [log in to unmask] Or to do *anything* (and enjoy doing it!), use the web interface at http://listserv.muohio.edu/archives/archives.html Problems? Send e-mail to Robert F Schmidt <[log in to unmask]>