Job Description: The Archivist is responsible for providing professional archival services for the Oklahoma Department of Libraries’ State Archives unit. Applying their specialized knowledge and skills in archives, they work to preserve and provide access to historical records and primary sources created by the Oklahoma State Government.  This process includes the transfer and processing of historical materials in various formats into the State Archives collection; the creation and maintenance of finding aids, indexes, and other collection retrieval tools; and the management of digital platforms for control of and access to collections. The starting salary range is $49,800-54,800 based on education and experience.

Deadline: June 1, 2025

Job Description: The manager leads a Team in offering library services, collection, a variety of programming for a diverse group, and participation in city-wide events such as Pioneer Day, an event attracting 15,000 attendees, the annual Third Thursday in the Park, Tallgrass Music Festival, Christmas on Main, Fantasy in the Sky, Fire Over the Water, and the Kihekah Steh Pow Wow. The Skiatook Library Community I Branch Manager is responsible for the direct management of their assigned library location and the oversight, direction and execution of strategic plans for their library location as applicable. Some additional responsibilities and qualifications include: Assesses customer needs and trends; leads planning, promotion, coordination and evaluation of programs and services, always mindful of innovative ways to improve them; Interviews, selects and trains staff; in collaboration with each staff member, establishes individual performance goals, coaches to improve performance, and recommends appropriate personnel actions; Directs staffing and services to meet location goals and objectives; Develops relationships with key community members, including local school systems; markets and promotes TCCL to the community and beyond; Prepares annual Location Profile, budget requests, and other required reports for location; tracks location metrics through the development of key performance indicators; analyzes data and statistics to assess performance of location, making data driven decision as necessary; Communicates library self-service features and new technologies and ensure that library staff and customers are trained in their use and application; Excellent interpersonal, and communication skills, both verbal and written; Experience of library procedures and operations as well as library technologies and current consumer technologies; Strong problem-solving and management skills, maintaining neutral emotion and exercising sound judgement; Must be flexible and adaptable in the type and location of work to be accomplished in order to provide superior customer experiences, including evenings and weekends. Education & Experience Bachelor’s degree in related field of study required; MLIS required. Three years or more of library experience required; One year of supervisory experience required; Or equivalent combination of technical training, education, and/or experience required.

Deadline: May 30, 2025

Job Description: The American Song Archives manages the Bob Dylan Center® and the Woody Guthrie Center® in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Reporting to the Archives Manager, the Archivist is responsible for supporting the day-to-day functions of the archives, including arranging and describing archival collections, creating and updating finding aids, assisting with reference services, and performing collections management activities. The successful candidate will have excellent organizational and time management skills, attention to detail, strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively and will demonstrate initiative and follow-through with projects and tasks. 

Deadline: Open Until Filled

Job Description: Provides outstanding customer service to the internal and external customers of the Pioneer Library System by selecting a variety of materials, including print and non-print. Works under the direction of the Readers’ Services Coordinator; performs other duties as assigned. Full time position, 40 hrs/wk (Pay Grade 11, Base). Must be able to work a flexible schedule which may include evenings and weekends, in addition up to two weeks of “Mandatory New Hire Orientation & Training” located at the Administrative Offices in Norman. 

Deadline: May 16, 2025

Job Description: Langston University is seeking a dynamic individual with a passion for research, teaching, and learning to enhance the rich history of the Melvin B. Tolson Black Heritage Center. The selected individual will coordinate, manage, and maintain the Melvin B. Tolson Black Heritage Center and care for its extensive collection of African and African American historical artifacts.

Deadline: Open Until Filled

Job Description: This position provides reference services for the Langston University community, as well as members of the public. It likewise provides library instruction in the classroom and online while also helping plan and execute programs and create displays.

Deadline: Open Until Filled

Job Description: The Mabee Legal Information Center (MLIC) at the University of Tulsa invites candidates for a Collection Services Librarian. This position reports to the Director of the Mabee Legal Information Center and is responsible for metadata and systems functions for the MLIC. Collections Services Librarian will enjoy working independently, while successfully collaborating with both library staff and faculty and students to provide enhanced access to a broad range of library materials and services. This position will collaborate with other technical services librarians in the broader university library system. Essential Functions (Responsibilities): Metadata Catalogs and creates metadata for library resources, including archival and special collections, in all formats and applying relevant metadata standards from the Library of Congress and other authorities Manages discoverability and access for all electronic and print resources Participates in metadata projects and collaborates on metadata initiatives with other libraries on the University of Tulsa Campus. Systems Provides support for integrated library systems, for MLIC staff and patrons Assists with administration of library systems Troubleshoots electronic resources and library systems Collaborates with library stakeholders, other campus libraries, and IT to integrates new systems, assesses library tools, and finds creative solutions to enhance the management of library resources. Other Leads and supervises special projects, including working with archival or special collections Supports Interlibrary loan activities Compiles data and statistics for internal and external reports Special Job Dimensions Works with confidential material.

Deadline: Open Until Filled