Director of Special Collections and Archives - Trinity College
in Hartford Connecticut has an exciting opportunity for the Director of
Special Collections and Archives, Watkinson Library. Founded in 1858,
the Watkinson houses outstanding collections of Americana, European
history and ornithology. Trinity now seeks a dynamic individual to take
this historic library into its next phase. The Director reports to the
Vice President of Information Services & CIO and is responsible for
providing leadership, planning and management of the Library’s special
collections, focusing on the promotion, preservation and development of
the Watkinson Library and Trinity College Archives. The successful
candidate must have a proven track record of engaging in active outreach
and instruction to reinforce the importance of primary resource
material for teaching and learning; provides research and teaching
access to the collections and collaborates in the planning and
implementation of new technologies that enhance discoverability and
access. Will promote and interpret collections through innovative and
engaging physical and digital exhibitions, educational programming,
social media and other creative means. Responsibilities also include
engagement in donor activities, representing the Library in appropriate
local, regional and national venues, reporting out to the Watkinson
board and serving as a member of the highly collaborative Information
Services leadership team. The director manages two associate curators
and one support staff. Please see https://trincoll.peopleadmin.com/postings/1487 to read more about this opportunity and to apply.
