Job Opening Title: Project Archivist – Evans/Washington Collections
Institution/Organization Name: Temple University Libraries
Job Location (City, State, Province, Country): Philadelphia, PA
Years of experience required: at least 1 year of experience processing complex, multi-series collections
Project Archivist – Evans/Washington Collections
Summary:
The Temple University Libraries http://library.temple.edu seek a skilled, professional, detail-oriented Project Archivist to process two complex archival collections. Paley Library is the main library located on the main campus of Temple, a vibrant, urban research university with over 1,700 full-time faculty and a student body of 36,000 that is among the most diverse in the nation. For more information about Temple and Philadelphia, visit http://www.temple.edu/about/.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities:
Reporting to an Associate Archivist, the Project Archivist will process and create finding aids for two significant collections documenting African-American history in the Philadelphia region and the country. The Project Archivist will develop and implement processing plans for the two collections, including appraisal, preservation, and application of minimal processing for some series, as well as write finding aids for the collections. Performs other duties as assigned.
1. Develops processing plans
2. Processes collections
3. Monitors processing supplies
4. Creates reports and updates
5. Manages digitization of selected collection content and creates metadata for access
Required Education and Experience:
Master’s degree with an archives management emphasis or concentration; at least 1 year of experience processing complex, multi-series collections; experience working with archival materials in a research setting. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
Required Skills and Abilities:
• Demonstrated understanding of current archival theory and practice.
• Understanding of digitization processes for preservation and access.
• Knowledge of archival description standards and practices, including DACS, MARC, LCSH, Dublin Core, EAD.
• Ability to lift 40 lb. boxes and work in an environment where exposure to dust and mold is possible.
• Outstanding written, oral communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently, creatively, collaboratively, and effectively as a team member.
• Ability to solve problems and manage projects.
Preferred Skills and Abilities:
Knowledge of 20thcentury U. S. and Philadelphia African-American history
Compensation:
Competitive salary and benefits package for this 18-month position.
To apply:
To apply for this position, please visit www.temple.edu, click on Careers at Temple, and reference TU-18504. For full consideration, please submit your completed electronic application, along with a cover letter and resume. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.
Temple University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer with a strong commitment to cultural diversity.
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