Position Title: Assistant Librarian/Archivist (9 months)- Close December 30, 2025 at 5:00 pm
Department: Academic Affairs
Reports Directly to: Liberian
Status: Exempt; Full-time
Salary: $36,000
Summary of Duties:
• Responsible for library supervision during evenings and weekends including opening and closing the library.
• Performs basic library tasks: circulation, reference, shelving, and processing library items.
• Assists students, faculty, and staff in making effective use of library and other internet resources, citations, and applications software.
• Performs clerical work such as answering the telephone and taking accurate messages, making photocopies, scans, and sending faxes.
• Preserves, accessions, and catalogs UTTC Archive collections.
• Conducts oral histories of past or present employees, students and other people as needed for UTTC history.
• Preserve and maintain the physical integrity of archival materials through proper handling, storage, and conservation techniques.
• Making accessible and providing services to archive users.
• Collaborate with other departments and organizations to digitize and disseminate archival materials online, expanding access to a wider audience.
• Assist in collection development activities, including selection, acquisition, and deaccessioning of materials, based on user needs and institutional priorities.
• Engage with the community through outreach activities, such as lectures, workshops, and public programming, to promote the library/archives’ resources and services.
• Participate in professional development opportunities, conferences, and associations to stay current in the field and contribute to the advancement of library and archival practices.
• Stay abreast of emerging trends and technologies in library science and archival practices and implement innovative solutions to enhance services.
• Uphold professional standards of ethics and confidentiality in handling sensitive information and respecting intellectual property rights.
• Perform all other related work delegated or required to accomplish the objectives of the college.
Supervisory Responsibilities: None.
Working Conditions:
• General office conditions.
• Working hours include evenings and weekends with appropriate breaks for the number of hours worked.
Physical Demands:
• Physical ability to stand, bend, and lift up to 40 pounds.
• Ability to move loaded book carts.
• Must be able to ascend/descend stairs.
• Regularly be able to remain in a stationary position.
Minimum Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university
• Library experience preferred
• Teaching experience helpful
Knowledge & Skills:
• Knowledge of Native American people, history, and culture desirable.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite applications, and Internet searching to assist library users.
• Operate basic office equipment, copier, scanner, fax machine, digital phone system.
• Ability to answer basic computer usage questions.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Ability and proven ability to report to work on a regular and punctual basis.
• Ability to work under direction and independently.
• Ability to effectively identify and resolve problems and to maintain strict confidentiality related to sensitive information.
• Demonstrated cultural sensitivity
• Willingness to learn about the diverse cultures of the student body and ability to integrate multicultural perspectives into professional practice where appropriate
Required Documents:
- UTTC Application
- Cover Letter
- Resume
- Unofficial Copies of College Transcripts
- Valid Driver’s License (must submit a copy)
Opening Date: December 16, 2025
Closing Date: December 30, 2025 11:00 pm
Additional Information:
United Tribes Technical College (UTTC) does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religious preference, age, handicap, marital status, political preference, or membership or non-membership in an employee organization, except as allowed by the Indian preference provision of the civil rights act of 1964, as amended.
A conviction record will not necessarily be a bar from employment. This information will only be used for job-related purposes and only to the extent permitted by applicable law. Federal laws require that employers hire only individuals who are authorized to be lawfully employed in the United States. In compliance with such laws, UTTC will verify the status of every individual offered employment with UTTC. UTTC will not sponsor work-related visas.
Applicants are responsible for providing proof of enrollment in a federally recognized tribe if Indian preference is claimed. Applicants are responsible for providing a copy of his/her United States Government Form DD214 or his/her honorable discharge certificate from any branch of the military service if veteran’s preference is claimed. Failure to provide proof will result in loss of Indian or veteran preference in employment.
Application and required documents can be completed and submitted online at https://uttc.edu/careers/, via email to jckillsplenty@uttc.edu, or mail to Human Resources Department, United Tribes Technical College, 3315 University Drive, Bismarck, ND 58504. Applications and Required Documents received after the closing date and time of a job posting will NOT be considered.
Upon selection, the applicant is responsible for obtaining and completing a Transcript Request Form from the last institution attended. The applicant will submit the completed form to the Human Resources Department. The Human Resources Department will cover any fees required to obtain official transcripts.
