Oral Historian at William & Mary

Oral History; Williamsburg (VA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Special Collections access

Job summary

William & Mary Libraries' Special Collections Research Center seeks a trained oral historian to lead the oral history program at William & Mary. You will conduct oral histories, train volunteers and students, and ensure best practices and standards are followed.

You will coordinate with vendors and collaborate with colleagues across the libraries and the University to make oral histories accessible to the community and researchers worldwide.

Qualifications

• Experience conducting oral histories.
• Public engagement and project management experience.
• Ability to train volunteers and students.

Responsibilities

• Lead the oral history program at William & Mary Libraries.
• Conduct oral histories and document stories from campus and community.

Skills

Oral history

Public engagement

Project management

Volunteer training

Job description

Are you a trained oral historian looking for a welcoming community in which to learn and contribute your talents? The Special Collections Research Center, within the Earl Gregg Swem Library at William & Mary, is seeking a person to lead the oral history program at William & Mary Libraries.

In this role, you will conduct oral histories, train volunteers and students, follow best practices and standards, coordinate with vendors, and work with colleagues across the libraries and the University to make oral histories accessible to our community and researchers everywhere.

This successful candidate will bring public engagement and project management experience to the role and document the stories of William & Mary’s students, faculty, staff, alumni, and local community. Key partnerships include University Advancement, the Bray School, and Colonial Williamsburg.

EEO Statement: William & Mary values diversity and invites applications from underrepresented groups who will enrich the research, teaching and service missions of the university. The university is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and encourages applications from women, minorities, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities.