Job Opening Title:
Property Information Resources, Archivist
Name of Employer:
Tufts University
Job Site Location (City AND State):
Medford MA.
Application Deadline:
6/1/2026
Minimum Degree Requirement:
Bachelor’s Degree in Library Science, Archival Science, Information Technology, Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field
Years of experience required:
3-5
Salary Range:
Minimum $60,000.00, Midpoint $75,000.00, Maximum $90,100.00
Job Opening URL:
https://jobs.tufts.edu/jobs/23017?lang=en-us
Job Description (if URL to posting not available). Include instructions for how to apply:
Job Description
Overview
The Operations Division serves four Tufts University campuses: the Medford/Somerville campus, the Boston Health Sciences campus, the Boston School of the Museum of Fine Arts at Tufts, and the Grafton campus – together encompassing 275 buildings and approximately 5.8 million gross square feet. The division comprises of Campus Planning, Capital Renewal, Capital Projects, Real Estate, Facilities and Engineering Services, Dining, Auxiliary Services, and Public Safety. Together, these teams support and advance strategic goals for the University’s research and educational mission, vision, and values.
Campus Planning supports the University’s mission in teaching, research, and clinical practice by enabling and fostering transformative experiences, through stewardship, strategies and services for the campus environment and infrastructure. The integration of sustainability and reaching carbon neutrality is critical to all these efforts. We collaborate across the University to develop integrated, innovative, and feasible near- and long-planning solutions.
What You’ll Do
The Property Information Resources Archivist plays a critical role in managing the archives for the Operations Division and works with other campus entities as needed. Reporting to the Property Information Resources Manager, this position is responsible for managing construction project closeout documentation, project tools, and ensuring accurate metadata and benchmarking data is documented correctly. The Archivist will facilitate document retrieval processes to enable informed decision-making across campus operations.
Manage Operations Project Archives
Develop and maintain document management and metadata standards
Manage, organize, and maintain operations plan rooms and archives across all four university campuses
Review and archive project closeout documentation for compliance with Tufts quality standards
Work with Operations staff and other campus entities with retrieval of historical project information
Manage document requests from students, faculty, and staff
Provide (EDMS) Electronic Document Management System training and support for Operations personnel
Manage project benchmarking data, including capital construction costs
Create and implement a records retention policy in accordance with applicable law and university guidelines
Scan and digitize hard copy drawings for archival purposes
The ideal candidate will be Customer-Service focused and possess a strong understanding of design and construction processes, document management, and archival practices. This role requires interaction with members of the Tufts University community and close collaboration with the Property Information Resources Manager to ensure compliance with Tufts University standards and the timely submission of all project deliverables. Interaction with external consultants may also be required
The ideal candidate will also travel between our campuses as needed and be in-person 4 days a week with 1 day remote. They will need to be able to work in a highly interactive work setting and work alongside colleagues with regular collaboration, communication and teamwork throughout the day
What We’re Looking For
Basic Requirements:
Knowledge and experience typically acquired by:
Bachelor’s Degree in Library Science, Archival Science, Information Technology, Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field
3-5 years
Strong understanding of construction processes and associated archiving requirements
Experience with SharePoint Online or similar facilities management platforms
Experience with Electronic Document Management Systems (EDMS)
Experience with managing physical archive collections or records
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with strong attention to detail
Ability to work independently in a detail-oriented environment, manage multiple relationships, advance multiple assignments simultaneously to meet deadlines and to work effectively as a member of a project team
Strong problem-solving and research skills
Preferred Qualifications:
Master’s Degree in Library Science, Archival Science, or Information Technology
Working knowledge of Autodesk AutoCAD and Revit
Knowledge of data analysis tools such as Tableau or Power BI
General understanding of GIS applications
Familiarity with organizing and managing construction documents
Skilled in Adobe Acrobat or Bluebeam software
Experience with large-format scanning and printing/plotting equipment
Knowledge of higher education environments and campus operations
Pay Range
Minimum $60,000.00, Midpoint $75,000.00, Maximum $90,100.00
Salary is based on related experience, expertise, and internal equity; generally, new hires can expect pay between the minimum and midpoint of the range.