Job Opening Title:
Archivist 2 – Preservation
Name of Employer:
Tennessee State Library and Archives
Job Site Location (City, State) :
Nashville, TN
Application Deadline:
04/06/2023
Minimum Degree Requirement:
Master’s degree in Library/Information Sciences, Archives Management, Public History, or a related field from an accredited college or university.
Years of experience required:
A minimum of three years of experience working with archival collections, library special collections, or records management.
Salary Range:
$51,299 – $51,300 annual
Job Opening URL:
https://sos.tn.gov/hr/pages/employment-opportunities
Job Description (if URL to posting not available). Include instructions for how to apply.:
Summary: Coordinates the digital preservation activities associated with newspaper and county records preservation initiatives.
Duties/Responsibilities
● Coordinates discussions with county officials to arrange for the transfer and ingest of permanent-value county digital records to the Library and Archives.
● Arranges and describes digital records and uploads these records into the Library and Archives’ digital preservation system (Preservica).
● Assists with the development and maintenance of a statewide digital repository.
● Develops and maintains professional skills by participating in continuing education and professional development activities such as conferences, workshops, and committee work; conducting research or writing for publication; or engaging in other creative and learning activities.
To apply: Please email your letter of interest and resume to the Division of Human Resources & Organizational Development, sos.hr@tn.gov. Please include the job you are applying for in the subject line.
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