Job Opening Title:
Research Services Archivist
Name of Employer:
American Ancestors/NEHGS
Job Site Location (City, State) :
Boston MA
Application Deadline:
ASAP
Minimum Degree Requirement:
ALA-accredited Master’s degree in Library and Information Science
Years of experience required:
One to two years
Salary Range:
$40,000 – $42,000 / Per year
Job Opening URL:
https://www.hireculture.org/jobdetails.aspx?job_id=43139
Job Description (if URL to posting not available). Include instructions for how to apply.:
Archivist
Description:
Reporting to the Director of Research & Library Services, the Research Services Archivist is responsible for processing, digitizing, and archiving family papers through our Research & Library Services service “Family Archive Package” and non-NEHGS Institutional Records.
This is a full time, non-exempt, benefits eligible position located at our amazing headquarters on Newbury Street in Boston MA.
Some of our outstanding benefits include medical, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, 403b retirement, very generous paid time off, 12 paid holidays, employee assistance program, Aflac, and much more!
Duties and Responsibilities:
– Process collections and create finding aids.
– Arrange and describe materials in accordance with archival standards and practices.
– Assist with processing NEHGS manuscript collections as needed.
– Assist with special projects as needed.
Qualifications:
· ALA-accredited Master’s degree in Library and Information Science with a concentration in archives.
· One to two years’ experience processing and digitizing archival collections including manuscripts and institutional records.
· Knowledge of metadata standards and schema, particularly DACS and Dublin Core.
· Computing and technical skills (Microsoft Office 365, digital imaging editing software, Cloud-based storage, XML, HTML).
· Excellent oral and written communication skills.
-Interest in history, family history, and local history a plus.
· Ability to:
– Work independently and as part of a team.
– Manage several projects simultaneously.
-Lift and carry up to 40 pounds.
-Adapt easily to changing priorities and task assignments.
How To Apply:
Please email a compelling cover letter and a resume to Michelle Major, Director of Human Resources, mmajor@nehgs.org.
No phone calls, please.
Apply by:
October 20, 2023
Salary:
$40,000 – $42,000 / Per year
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