Job Opening Title:
Digital Archivist
Name of Employer:
Museum of Glass
Job Site Location (City, State) :
Tacoma, WA
Application Deadline:
none
Minimum Degree Requirement:
Master of Library Sciences from an American Library Association accredited program, or equivalent undergraduate degree, preferably in the arts or social sciences
Years of experience required:
1-3 years of relevant experience (inclusive of any related internship experience)
Salary Range:
Hiring Range: $26-$30 an hour Position Range: $26-$38 an hour
Job Opening URL:
https://www.paycomonline.net/v4/ats/web.php/jobs/ViewJobDetails?job=76185&clientkey=30D61DC9350DF9A1F2B41BA04CADC344
Job Description (if URL to posting not available). Include instructions for how to apply.:
Submit BOTH a cover letter and a resume for serious consideration.
The Digital Archivist is a new role at the Museum of Glass. The Museum creates new digital media everyday that our hot shop is open, and this new role will help us determine how to organize, store and make it accessible to be used in Museum programs, and make our collection accessible to the public on the web.
The Digital Archivist works across departments with Museum staff to manage efforts to preserve, describe, and make accessible digitized and born-digital archival materials. This position primarily focuses on working with born-digital audio-visual materials, and establishing, refining, and building sustainable digital preservation workflows.
Storage & Preservation
Consolidates and inventories digital assets from Museum departments
Creates and implements a storage and preservation plan for the material that will include prioritization based on significance, format obsolescence and other preservation considerations
Acts as liaison between Curatorial staff and internal content producers to manage the selection, description, preservation and archiving of digital assets
Documents and reports findings to departments aiding in project decisions
Processes & Technology
Develops workflows, policies and documentation to support the storage & preservation of digital assets
Performs technology monitoring for digital archives-related tools, systems and practice
Leads interdepartmental working groups to define data governance and workflows
Develops technology recommendations to support storage and preservation needs
Additional duties as assigned in support of the Museum
Qualifications
Qualifications
Master of Library Sciences from an American Library Association accredited program, or equivalent undergraduate degree, preferably in the arts or social sciences
1-3 years of relevant experience (inclusive of any related internship experience)
Experience inventorying, cataloging and organizing digital video and audio assets
Skills
Understanding of digital formats and concepts related to digital use, migration and reformatting with particular emphasis on media formats for audio and moving-image file formats
Familiarity with tools, workflow implementation and quality assurance for digital archives. Experience with The Museum System (from Gallery Systems) and Terminal / Command line experience are a plus
Familiarity with data structure standards relevant to the archival control of digital collection materials (EAD, Dublin Core, MODS, METS, PREMIS)
Ability to understand, use, and innovate with community and ISO standards in a unique context, including OAIS and related standards
Strong organizational, analytical, and project management skills with proven success in independently prioritizing work and managing competing deadlines
Highly-developed communication skills (written/verbal) and interpersonal savvy. Ability to articulate complex technical concepts to non-technical staff
Interest in glass art and artists is a plus
Equity and Inclusion
Demonstrate the initiative to learn and enhance skills that promote anti-racism, cultural competency, and an understanding of oppression and its impact
Participate in intentional learning efforts, including events relating to understanding institutional racism and building cultural competency
Peak Performer Commitments
We care about our vision and know we are making a difference through our work
We value individual contribution and the power of team
We build relationships that drive desired results
Museum of Glass Mission
Ignite Creativity
Fuel Discovery
Enrich Lives Through Glass and Glassmaking
Essential Physical Skills
This position requires frequent sitting, standing and occasional walking; lifting 15 pounds or more; manual dexterity to operate phones, computers, and other office equipment; strong command of the English language with the ability to be understood.
Environmental Conditions
Generally, in an office environment with occasional visits to external environments. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.
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