| The Georgia Historical Society (GHS) is the premier independent statewide institution responsible for collecting, examining, and teaching Georgia history. GHS houses the oldest and most distinguished collection of materials related exclusively to Georgia history in the nation. To learn more, go to www.georgiahistory.com.
Position Summary: The role of the Director of the Research Center is to lead, plan, manage, and oversee a private library and archival collection and to ensure the provision of high-quality reference services to patrons. The Director of the Research Center works closely with other senior leaders as well as the Executive Vice President and the President to ensure that the work in the library and archives is in keeping with the culture and strategic goals and objectives of the institution. As a GHS senior leader, this position will cultivate a positive and collaborative culture leading by example, fostering an environment of communication and accountability, and complying with institutional mandates.
Responsibilities Include (incumbent may perform other duties as assigned):
•Direct and participate in the management and support of Research Center staff including hiring, training, retention, motivation, termination, and evaluation. Properly onboard new team members including training of Research Center staff in GHS policies, procedures, and other library and archival matters. Plan and conduct Research Center staff meetings. Ensure productivity and deadlines are being met and staff are held accountable. Handle staffing issues in consultation with senior leadership and Human Resources.
•Serve as the team lead for library and archives and the primary contact and expert for the institution in these areas. Ensure high quality reference and information services, donor relations, and acquisitions management. Determine the services needed, the most effective way to provide them, and the resources necessary to support them. Recommend system improvements as needed. Recommend, develop, revise, implement, maintain, and oversee the institution’s archival and library policies and procedures. Direct the development and maintenance of archival collections, books, microfilm, artifacts, and other library materials. This responsibility includes activities like establishing goals, developing work plans, monitoring statistics, managing facilities, and supervising on a day-to-day basis. Provide leadership with regard to creation and implementation of "best practices" in library and archival management and administration, consulting others in the field as appropriate. Present special programs and instructional activities to extend library services and facilities across the state.
•In coordination with the Director of Finance and Administration, work with others in the development, repair, and maintenance of the facilities ensuring that leadership is apprised of the condition of the building. Make recommendations as to the priority of maintenance projects. Develop strategic facility goals with senior management. As needed, monitor construction and renovation projects which support strategic goals.
•Working closely with senior staff to plan and set goals and objectives for the future of the Research Center which are responsive to and conform to the institution’s mission, goals, and objectives. Lead in the communication of Research Center needs to senior management. Prepare narrative and statistical reports for the Board of Curators, President/CEO, EVP/COO, and funding agencies. Provide staff support to the Board of Curators by assisting with meetings, preparing reports, and implementing policy decided by the Board. Relay developments in the Research Center division to senior management on a regular basis.
•Draft or review proposals, solicitations, fundraising promotional materials, grant reports, etc., related to funds for the Research Center as needed. Make recommendations for the annual departmental budget and present and articulate budget requests. Administer and control the expenditure of departmental fund allocations within the constraints of approved budgets. Oversee the collection of fees and charges.
•Oversee administration of copyright compliance and contractual commitments. Supervise the utilization and maintenance of technology to deliver, monitor, and enhance Research Center service. Oversee the continual development of the Research Center’s web page so that it is an instrument for service delivery, information exchange, and public awareness. Oversee events, temporary loans, equipment repair, and facilities management. Performs other related duties and tasks as assigned by senior management.
Supervisory responsibilities: This position directly supervises archival and reference teams. The position may work closely with consultants including conservators and appraisers as needed.
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