Vacancy for Digital Preservation Analyst at National Library of New Zealand

Digital Preservation Coalition; Wellington; On-site; NZD 98,000 - 133,000; Full time

Job summary

The National Library of New Zealand is seeking a Digital Preservation Analyst to join their team. This crucial role involves managing digital preservation practices, ensuring the integrity and accessibility of digital content. You will work collaboratively to develop strategies that enhance New Zealand's cultural and heritage materials.

Qualifications

• Experience in digital preservation and content management.
• Strong analytical skills to ensure the integrity of digital content.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the health, safety, and usability of NDHA content.
• Develop and manage digital preservation practices and strategies.
• Provide format guidance and support.

Skills

Digital Preservation Expertise

Format Knowledge

Analysis Skills

Job description

Vacancy for Digital Preservation Analyst at the National Library of New Zealand

Date: 20 May 2022

Salary: $98,264 - $132,945 NZD

Employment Type: Full-Time

Join a team of digital preservation professionals supporting the National Library’s digital preservation programme.

Apply your digital preservation expertise, format knowledge, and analysis skills to ensure the integrity and accessibility of digital content.

Strengthen and grow your skills in a supportive, collaborative, and innovative environment.

Working at the Department of Internal Affairs, you’ll have the opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of New Zealanders.

The National Library is part of the Information and Knowledge Services branch, which focuses on collecting, storing, and preserving New Zealand’s cultural and heritage materials.

The Digital Preservation Analyst will:

1. Ensure the health, safety, and usability of the NDHA content.
2. Develop and manage digital preservation practices and strategies.
3. Provide format guidance and support.
4. Manage format tools and documentation.
5. Liaise and collaborate within the Library and externally.

We are an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and inclusion. We recognize that a diverse workforce contributes to better business outcomes. We are committed to creating a workplace where all employees have equal access.

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Our work aims to make New Zealand better through:

• Accessible services and information for all.
• Supporting iwi, hapū, and communities to be safe, resilient, and thriving.
• Building an inclusive New Zealand through a sense of belonging and collective memory.
• Ensuring a well-functioning democracy across government levels.