Director of Library and Archives - Job No. 0803

The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum is currently considering applicants for the position of Director of Library and Archives.  The Director of Library and Archives reports to the Vice President of Exhibitions and Curatorial Affairs and is responsible managing the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Archives and Library, which will contain specialized research material relating to the history, music, and business of Rock and Roll.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Executes the Mission of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Archives and Library.

   The archives and library’s mission is to collect, preserve, and make accessible historical materials concerning the history, music, and business of Rock and Roll in a safe and secure environment.  The archives and library provides access to their material following standard archival and library procedures that is suitable for scholars, students, and music fans from around the world to help them understand the roots of rock music and the impact that it has made in our society.

2. Provides vision and leadership to develop and maintain a new program and facility for the Rock and Roll Archives and Library as construction is completed and the archives and library takes its place as the premier institution to provide research resources on Rock and Roll for scholars, students, and music fans.
3. Represents the Archives and Library in discussions with the Museum and Foundation in discussions regarding policy and budget.  Maintains confidentiality.


• Monitors, analyzes, evaluates, and communicates staffing, space, equipment, and fiscal needs of the archives and library.
• Serves as a resource person and advocate for topics relating to or affecting the archives and library including problems affecting the unit.
4. Establishes and develops all facets of Archives/Library operations.
   
   • Develops and carries out day-to-day archives/library practices, policies and procedures and directs the work of others regarding the physical plant, acquisition, arrangement and description (cataloging), preservation and holdings maintenance, reference, records management, technology, security, and outreach.
   • Manages long range planning for facilities, archival and library practices, technology, preservation, security, maintenance, outreach, and collaboration with other institutions.
   • Consults with the entire Archives and Library staff and Museum’s curatorial staff to determine departmental needs.
   • Develops the budget, monitors monthly financial report.  Prepares quarterly and or annual reports.
   • Supervises and directs the activities of staff and Interns.
   • Initiates projects requiring outside funding and participates in fundraising or grant writing activities.
   • Develops outreach with Cuyahoga Community College (Tri-C) and the community at large in collaboration with the Rock and Roll Museum Education Department.

5. Oversees collection of original historical documents and reference material according to the Collection Policy.


• Establishes policies and procedures for new acquisitions.
• Supervise all aspects of acquisitions.
• Determine the research value of the documents or library materials offered to the Archives and Library in collaboration with the Archivist and Library Assistant and accepts donation of material that fits the mission of the organization according to the Collection Policy.
• Work with donors to secure materials in collaboration with Museum and Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Foundation.
• Collects secondary resources to supplement research for archives and library patrons.
• Directs staff to engage in proactive documentation on Rock and Roll.
6. Determines needs for collection management system and supervises implementation in collaboration with technical staff.
7. Represents the Rock and Roll Archives and Library at relevant professional forums.  Attends local, national, and international professional meetings when appropriate and establishes and maintains liaison with other institutions. 
8. Represents the Rock and Roll Archives and Library to the general public and to the scholarly community at large.
9. Researches and writes lectures and publishable works on Rock and Roll history, music, or the business of Rock and Roll for both the general public and the scholarly community as appropriate.

Duties include but may not be limited to the above.

JOB REQUIREMENTS AND QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master’s degree in Archival Management, History, Library Science, or related field
• A minimum of ten (10) years professional archival experience, including strong supervisory experience. 
• Strong background in collection development, research and writing. 
• Knowledge of Rock and Roll and its related music forms is highly desirable
• Expert in best practice for archival concepts and procedures.
• Familiar with library concepts and practices.
• Outstanding team orientation, flexibility, and ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a public service environment. 
• Possess outstanding verbal and written communication skills, organizational skills and interpersonal skills.
• A strong background in professional organizations and continuing education in archives and libraries preferred.
• Detail oriented with ability to organize and prioritize tasks to meet deadlines and manage multiple projects concurrently.
• Computer literate in standard office management software:  Microsoft Products and Excel.
• Ability to interact with museum colleagues, archives and library colleagues, donors, the general public, with academics, students, scholars, historians and writers.
• Ability to successfully pass a Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum reference check, background investigation and drug screening.

WORK SCHEDULE:

Ability to work up to 40 hours per week; any shift as assigned, including evenings, weekends and holidays.  Ability to work additional hours as workload demands.  Hours are primarily 8:30 am – 5:30 pm Monday through Friday.

For consideration, send resume and cover letter detailing your qualifications along with salary history to:

Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum
1100 Rock and Roll Boulevard
Cleveland, OH 44114-1022
Attn: Human Resources – Director of Library and Archives

Or email or fax to: (216) 515-1998.

The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum is an equal opportunity employer and Drug Free Workplace.