The Southern Baptist Historical Library and Archives seeks a friendly, enthusiastic, service-oriented individual to join the staff as Archivist. The ideal candidate should support the
Southern Baptist Convention’s mission and core values. The SBHLA, located in downtown
Nashville, Tennessee, is a center for the study of Baptist history and life. The collection is the
depository for the official records of the SBC and its agencies and includes more than 42,000
books; 10,000 pamphlets; 20,000 reels of microfilm; 1,400 periodical titles; 12,000 linear ft. of archival material; plus an extensive audio-visual collection. For a more detailed description of the SBHLA see www.sbhla.org.
Responsibilities: The Archivist is responsible to the Director in providing a wide range of
archival activities including: arranging and describing archival materials; preparing finding aids and guides to collections; providing research and reference services; managing preservation microfilming program including monitoring conditions in microfilm storage vault; cataloging archive collections, microfilm, and other selected material; performing conservation activities; preparing reports on archival duties and work; and other duties as assigned.
Qualifications: MA in history or related discipline, or ALA-accredited MLS degree with
concentration in archives; enthusiasm and passion for meeting the needs of archives researchers; minimum three years experience in processing archival collections and/or providing research and reference services in an academic or special library setting; excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills; ability to work cooperatively with staff and a wide range of researchers; excellent organizational and analytical skills; demonstrated knowledge of current trends and standards of archival practice; familiarity with appropriate digital technologies and metadata standards; knowledge of Baptist history, polity, and organization; certification from the Academy of Certified Archivists (preferred).
Salary and Benefits: $42,000-$52,000. Salary commensurate with education and experience;
excellent small staff work environment; excellent medical, dental, and life insurance plans at no cost to the employee; 403B retirement program after one year of service; year-end bonus;
flexible spending account available; paid vacation and sick leave, and 10 paid holidays per year; professional development opportunities provided; free downtown parking.
How to Apply: Review of applications begins September 3, 2024, and continues until the
position is filled. Applicants should submit a cover letter explaining how their qualifications
match those required for the position, resume, and the names and contact information of three
professional references to the mailing address listed below:
Dr. Taffey Hall, Director
Southern Baptist Historical Library and Archives
901 Commerce Street, #400
Nashville, TN 37203