job at the Philadelphia Museum of Art

[Leif Isaksen]

And yet another job!



Date: Wed, 13 Aug 2014 21:54:44 +0000
From: "Wassermann, Mary" <MWass...@philamuseum.org>
Subject: Philadelphia Museum of Art Position Posting


PHILADELPHIA MUSEUM OF ART
POSITION POSTING

Arcadia Director of the Library and Archives

The Arcadia Director of the Library and Archives provides strategic
leadership and direction for the planning, acquisition, management,
and preservation of information resources that are essential for the
Museum's research and educational programs. In addition to the
traditional role it plays within the Museum, the Library and Archives
manages the rights, licensing and delivery of images of works of art
in the collection and is responsible for the implementation of an
institution-wide digital asset management system. The Director of the
Library and Archives must possess a broad understanding of the ongoing
development and utilization of library collections, including
archival, print, image and digital materials, with special attention
to the impact of new technologies on the acquisition and distribution
of information.

The Director of the Library and Archives is responsible for
implementing the strategic vision for the Library and Archives as a
hub for the acquisition, management, and distribution of a broad range
of digital information resources both within the Museum and to various
external constituencies. In alignment with the major goals of the
Museum's strategic plan, which emphasis increasing access to its
resources via new technologies, the Library and Archives will
gradually evolve into an "Information Commons" serving not only as a
means for managing and disseminating information about our
world-renowned art collection, but also increasing public access to
the collection and related archival and bibliographic resources.

Qualified candidates will possess a graduate-level degree, such as a
MLIS in a field that is relevant to the operation of libraries and
archives plus seven to ten years of professional experience, ideally
in an academic, research, or museum library. A strong understanding
of evolving issues and trends in libraries and museums paired with
current knowledge of emerging digital technologies and their
application to the management of bibliographic resources and museum
collections is required. A broad familiarity with copyright law and
licensing and rights issues is necessary. We are seeking applicants
who maintain an active and ongoing involvement with professional
organizations in the field; have proven managerial skills and the
ability to work effectively with a broad range of external
constituencies; and have experience or potential for success in
development and fundraising. This position requires flexibility and
versatility to work in a changing environment.

Applications will be accepted through October 30, 2014. To apply,
please visit the job opportunities section of the Museum's website at:
https://www.philamuseum.org.

Mary Wassermann
Librarian for Collection Development & Management
Philadelphia Museum of Art
Box 7646
Philadelphia, PA 19101
mwass...@philamuseum.org<mailto:mwass...@philamuseum.org>
215-684-7654 Phone
215-236-0534 Fax



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