2-Year Digital Archivist: Lead for Born-Digital Archives

Code4lib; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Code4lib is seeking a Digital Archivist to join the UF Libraries in Gainesville, Florida. This role involves leading efforts in digital preservation and archives management while executing the transfer and processing of digital materials.

The ideal candidate will hold an ALA-accredited Master’s degree or relevant experience in library science or computer science. Responsibilities include creating finding aids, collaborating with collection managers, and employing digital preservation tools.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent with relevant experience or education.
• Valid driver's license.
• Ability to communicate effectively with various stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Oversee transfer and ingest of born-digital files.
• Create finding aids in ArchivesSpace.
• Manage hardware and software on digital processing workstations.

Skills

Digital preservation

Archival theory

Communication

Project management

Education

ALA-accredited Master’s degree in library or information science

Bachelor's degree

Tools

ArchivesSpace

BitCurator

Archive-It

Job description

Code4lib is seeking a Digital Archivist to join the UF Libraries in Gainesville, Florida. This role involves leading efforts in digital preservation and archives management while executing the transfer and processing of digital materials.

The ideal candidate will hold an ALA-accredited Master’s degree or relevant experience in library science or computer science. Responsibilities include creating finding aids, collaborating with collection managers, and employing digital preservation tools.