Community Engagement Archivist

The Atlanta University Center (AUC) Robert W. Woodruff Library is seeking a dynamic and relationship-driven Community Engagement Archivist to lead donor and community engagement initiatives that elevate awareness, access, and stewardship of the John R. Lewis Congressional Papers and other significant archival collections. Reporting to the Director of the Archives Research Center and working closely with the Strategic Partnerships, Communications, and Engagement Department, the Community Engagement Archivist serves a primary liaison between archival donors, community stakeholders, and the Library.


Note that this is a full-time, two (2) year grant-funded position.

About Us

The AUC Woodruff Library supports the teaching and learning missions of three institutions of higher learning that comprise the world's largest consortium of Historically Black Colleges & Universities (HBCUs) - Clark Atlanta University, Morehouse College, and Spelman College. Our staff is diverse and represents many nations, background and perspectives, yet we all work together to meet the needs of our students, faculty, and other stakeholders. We are an organization of transformation and growth, which means significant opportunities exist for talented and energetic individuals.


What We Offer Our Employees

• Competitive Pay and Benefits Package
• Generous Paid Time Off for both Full-Time & Part-Time Employees
• 403(b) Retirement Plan with up to 7% Company Match
• 13 Paid Holidays Per Year
• Supportive Work Environment
• Opportunities for Advancement & Career Development
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employee Discount Program

What We Are Seeking for the Community Engagement Archivist Role:

• Master's Degree in Library and Information Science (MLIS) from an ALA-accredited program, or equivalent combination of education and archival experience.
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience in a library, archives, or special collections environment (including internships, fellowships, student or volunteer work, or community archiving).
• Ability to pass a criminal background and drug screen.
• Demonstrated experience in donor relations, community engagement, partnership development, or event coordination preferred.
• Background in public programming, education, or community-based organizing strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to organize and prioritize work, with strong project management skills.
• Ability to initiate and lead collaborations with diverse constituencies.
• Demonstrated interest in 20th century African American history and culture.

Key Job Responsibilities:

• Cultivate and sustain meaningful relationships with archival donors, community members, and organizational partners through consistent communication, personalized engagement, and stewardship activities.
• Identify and develop strategic partnerships that that expand community participation, amplify donor impact, and increase visibility of archival collections.
• Design and deliver community-centered programs, including workshops, lectures, exhibitions, and educational events (both in-person and virtual), that highlight and interpret archival collections.
• Assist researchers, students, and community members in accessing archival collections, providing reference services that support scholarly inquiry and public engagement.

The Atlanta University Center (AUC) Robert W. Woodruff Library is a place where forward-thinking and innovative employees work and collaborate. If you wish to become part of our talented group, please apply today!

The Robert W. Woodruff Library is an Equal Opportunity Employer.