Archives Project Officer: Digitising Voices for Access

Digital Preservation Coalition; Lancaster; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading heritage organisation is seeking an Archives Project Officer to oversee the digitizing of the Elizabeth Roberts Working Class Oral History Archive. This part-time role requires strong experience in archives or heritage projects and excellent organisational skills. You will also support the safeguarding and accessibility of other archival collections, ensuring compliance with standards. The position is fixed-term and based in Lancaster, UK, with a salary range of £33,002 to £39,906.

Qualifications

• Strong experience in archives or heritage projects.
• Motivated to make historical resources accessible to the public.
• Detail-oriented and organised.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the final stages of digitising the Elizabeth Roberts Archive.
• Support the development of other archival collections.
• Ensure compliance with professional standards.

Skills

Experience in archives or heritage projects

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Job description

A leading heritage organisation is seeking an Archives Project Officer to oversee the digitizing of the Elizabeth Roberts Working Class Oral History Archive. This part-time role requires strong experience in archives or heritage projects and excellent organisational skills. You will also support the safeguarding and accessibility of other archival collections, ensuring compliance with standards. The position is fixed-term and based in Lancaster, UK, with a salary range of £33,002 to £39,906.