MANAGER, RECORDED MEDIA COLLECTIONS Center for Popular Music, Middle Tennessee State University POSITION #: 006060 REQ. #P2919 RESPONSIBILITIES: The Manager of Recorded Media works under the supervision of the Center’s Coordinator of Research Collections in overseeing the organization, development, preservation, maintenance, and use of the Center’s holdings of recorded [primarily audio] media. The Center’s library and archive is recognized as one of the leading institutional popular music collections in the U.S.; its audio collections presently consist of 160,000 commercial sound recordings in all historical formats, and hundred of hours of manuscript recordings. Specific duties include: Operating the Center’s audio restoration laboratory to carry out the Center’s own preservation needs and to serve a wide range of patrons and requests (from making reference-quality dubs for research to re-mastering for commercial CD release or broadcast); developing and executing audio preservation plans and policies for the Center; developing original audio outreach projects such as radio shows and CD releases; engaging in field/location recording; providing reference assistance to a wide range of patrons; supervising the work of one student assistant; assisting with general operations of the Center; other duties as may be assigned. QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor’s degree in appropriate field. Two years relevant professional experience. Graduate degree in audio engineering, library science, archival work, or other relevant field desirable. ADDITIONAL KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES: Experience working with sound recordings in an archival setting and knowledge of specialized equipment used for preservation work including turntables, phonographic styli, restoration pre-amps, equalization and filtering devices, disc and tape cleaning equipment, etc. Knowledge of historic audio formats including commercial 78 rpm discs, instantaneous discs, and magnetic tape, and knowledge of proper preservation practices for them. Knowledge of the recommended practices and guidelines for archival restoration and transfer of sound recordings, including digital formats. Strong knowledge of American popular music is highly desirable. Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing, and to work well with others in an active, interdisciplinary research center that is part of a large university community. SALARY RANGE: $34,823 – 42,136. Commensurate with experience. FILING PROCEDURE: Interested applicants should submit the following required materials: (1) a cover letter indicating interest in the position (SPECIFY ABOVE JOB TITLE AND POSITION NUMBER IN YOUR LETTER); (2) a complete resume and (3) an MTSU Application for Employment Form, available by printing off the Internet at: http://hrs.web.mtsu.edu/empl/approc1.html or by calling (615) 898-2928. Official school transcripts will be required of candidates selected for an interview. FILING DEADLINE: July 5, 2005 Submit application materials to: MTSU Employment Office Cope Administration Building, Room 215 Middle Tennessee State University Murfreesboro, TN 37132 -- ==================================================================== Paul F. Wells, Director Center for Popular Music Box 41 Middle Tennessee State University Murfreesboro, TN 37132 USA 615-898-2449 Fax: 615-898-5829 http://popmusic.mtsu.edu/