Archivist, Reference and Print Collection

Position Title: Archivist Reference and Print Collection

FLSA Classification: FullTime; Exempt

The Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum has an opening for a fulltime exempt Archivist Reference and Print Collection in our Museum Services department.

Company Overview: Located in the heart of downtown Nashville the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum documents and interprets the history of country musica musical genre and culture central to the identity of the city the state and the nation. Accredited by the American Alliance of Museums the museum proudly combines subject expertise ambitious research and preservation of an unparalleled collection with expressions of creativity in music art and history. The museum collects artifacts that illustrate the evolving history and traditions of country music while providing diverse learning opportunities. The core exhibit follows the story of country music from its folk beginnings through its emergence as a commercial art form. Rotating exhibits examine a broad range of topics from country classics to ultracontemporary and emerging artists in American Currents. The museum owns Hatch Show Print a letterpress print shop opened in 1879 and it operates Historic RCA Studio B where Elvis Presley and many others recorded.

What We Offer for FullTime Staff:

• Medical Dental Vision Life Insurance Options
• Competitive Pay
• Paid Vacation and Sick Days
• Paid Holidays (13) and Floating Holidays (2)
• 401(K) with Up to 3% Employer Match
• Employee Assistance Program (Free Counseling and Legal Services)
• Eligibility for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness
• FREE 24/7 Downtown Parking and Transit Benefits
• Continuing Professional Offerings
• Complimentary Museum Admission (For Yourself Family and Friends)
• Reciprocal Partnerships with Local Venues (The Nashville Zoo Dollywood Theme & Water Parks National Museum of African American Music tours at The Opry and The Ryman Auditorium and more)
• Up to 25% Discount in Retail Stores and Onsite Restaurant Venues
• Opportunities to Attend Exhibit Openings Concerts and Special Events
• Employee Engagement Activities and Opportunities
• FSA and Dependent Care Options
• Dog Friendly Work Environment
• Volunteering and Community Engagement Opportunities

Department Overview: In direct support of the mission statement of the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum the Museum Services Division preserves and protects the Museums collections using best practices while incorporating emerging technologies to provide access to these collections. Within Museum Services are teams of registrars collection specialists librarians archivists exhibit managers and curators.

Position Overview: Reporting to the Director of Library and Archival Collections the Archivist Reference and Print Collection organizes preserves and manages access to the museums print collection conducts cataloging and provides reference services for internal and external researchers. The position contributes to exhibitions programming publications online digital archive and other museum initiatives.

Specific Duties Include:

• Provide access and research services to internal and external patrons using the museums library and archival collections
• Oversee the selection and acquisition of books and periodicals for the library
• Conduct original and copy cataloging of books periodicals songbooks and sheet music utilizing OCLCs WorldShare
• Supervise intern or volunteer staff in the digitization of print materials based on institutional priorities using a variety of technologies
• Ensure accuracy of descriptive metadata for digitization content
• Research and curate print materials for the museums exhibitions educational programs and website
• Maintain collection care handling and security protocols in the reading room
• Steward relationships with other archives clients and donors
• Other duties as assigned

Minimum Requirements:

• Degree in a relevant field (Library and Information Science Archival Studies Museum Studies Public History)
• Two years of professional experience working with library and archival collections
• Excellent customer service skills and experience with providing reference services
• Experience with cataloging and MARC Bibliographic Records
• Knowledge of current cataloging and metadata standards for print materials
• Experience with industrystandard digital asset management systems
• Experience with the selection and acquisition of books and periodicals
• Familiarity with the history of country music and key figures within the genre

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience providing reference support in relation to museum exhibitions
• Working knowledge of country music and its everevolving history
• Knowledge of copyright laws pertaining to print materials
• Demonstrated understanding of the scholarly use of archival collections and of current developments in the field
• Established professional relationships in the library archives and museum field

Key Qualifications (Knowledge Skills & Abilities):

• Knowledge of archival content structure and metadata standards
• Respect for country music as an art form and a commitment to continually expand knowledge of country musics everevolving history
• Ability to work collaboratively
• Strong time management skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects

Notes to Applicant:

The Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum is an equal opportunity employer. We respect the varied attributes characteristics and perspectives that make each person unique. The museum promotes an environment of respect communication and understanding while actively providing opportunities for all employees of all backgrounds the skills experience and information necessary to succeed. The museum does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race color religion sex (including pregnancy childbirth and related medical conditions) national origin political affiliation gender identity sexual orientation disability genetic information or characteristics age membership in an employee organization military or veteran status or other nonmerit factor. The Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum does not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.

We are a drugfree workplace and an equal opportunity employer that welcomes all qualified candidates to apply for open positions. The Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum is committed to providing a safe and secure environment for its staff and visitors. All offers of employment are subject to and contingent upon the successful completion of a background check and employment verification including federally mandated EVerify processes as required for position.

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