University Archivist
William & Mary

Position Summary:

William & Mary Libraries support and enhance teaching and research and foster intellectual curiosity, creativity, and lifelong learning. 

William & Mary Libraries invites applications for the position of University Archivist. This position leads the collection, management, and preservation of the university’s official and historical records and serves as the primary authority on the materials that document William & Mary’s history. 

Reporting to the Director of the Special Collections Research Center (SCRC), the University Archivist sets priorities for the University Archives, ensuring the documentation of institutional history in accordance with university priorities, Virginia state guidelines, and professional archival standards. 

The University Archivist works directly with the Office of the President and other university departments on matters related to university history and official records. The position also serves as the Public Records Officer for William & Mary, overseeing the university’s compliance with the Virginia Public Records Act and leading education, consultation, and outreach on state records retention guidelines. 

This position collaborates regularly with the Office of University Counsel, Human Resources, Office of University Advancement, Student Affairs, and other administrative and academic units to support records management, institutional memory, and historical storytelling. 

To see more and apply https://williammary.wd12.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/WM/details/University-Archivist_JR101302

DATE ENTERED: February 5, 2025
POSITION: Librarian II
LOCATION: Virginia Beach, VA
APPLY BY: 3/2/26

This position oversees the daily operations of interlibrary loan (ILL) services for the University Libraries on the main campus, including borrowing, lending, and document delivery requests. Responsibilities include processing ILL requests, assisting patrons with the use of ILL services, and coordinating resource-sharing activities with other libraries, consortia, and vendors. The position also supervises staff, manages workflows and systems, develops and enforces policies related to ILL, and monitors compliance with copyright and licensing guidelines.

Required Qualifications

Basic knowledge of interlibrary loan and resource sharing services practices; Considerable knowledge of effective customer service skills; Considerable interpersonal, oral and written communication skills; Basic ability to develop and maintain technical documentation on unit procedures and practices; Basic mathematical skills to reconcile financial data and perform statistical data collection; Basic skills in word processing, spreadsheet applications and Internet searching; Considerable analytical and problem-solving skills; Considerable time-management and organizational skills; Considerable ability to follow and interpret complex policies and procedures in the execution of detail-oriented work; Basic ability to work independently and with others, in teams and on committees; Basic ability to maintain confidentiality and to deal with people utilizing tact, discretion and diplomacy; Basic ability to work within time constraints; Basic experience performing highly detailed tasks and in following and interpreting complex policies and procedures in the execution of detail-oriented work; Basic experience providing customer service in a public service setting; Basic experience with database searching and using software applications to perform detailed task; Basic experience training staff; Basic experience searching bibliographic databases such as OCLC.

Preferred Qualifications

Basic experience with Interlibrary loan systems (e.g., OCLC, ILLiad, RapidILL); Basic experience with integrated library systems / library services platforms; Some knowledge of copyright and fair use principles in library contexts; Some experience in shipping/receiving (UPS, USPS, Fedex); Some experience working in an academic library; Some knowledge of the general support activities of library operations, demonstrating understanding of library organization, procedures and techniques; Some supervisory experience; Bachelor’s degree or combination of education and related experience indicating possession of the preceding knowledge, skills and abilities.

To review the full position requirements and submit an application, please visit https://jobs.odu.edu/postings/25297 and follow the online instructions.

It is the policy of Old Dominion University to provide equal employment, educational and social opportunities for all persons, without regard to race (or traits historically associated with race including hair texture, hair type, and protective hairstyles such as braids, locks, and twists), color, religion, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), national origin, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, disability, political affiliation, sexual orientation or genetic information. Individuals from minoritized communities, women, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

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