Access-Driven Archivist: Accessioning & Processing

University of Massachusetts Boston; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 67,000 - 97,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Massachusetts Boston seeks an Accessioning and Processing Archivist to lead accessioning for diverse collections, establish workflows, and create initial descriptions enabling access at accession. The role partners with the Digital Initiatives Archivist to implement born-digital workflows and ensures environmental monitoring and reporting.

Strong collaboration across teams is essential. Minimum qualifications include a Master’s in library/information science and knowledge of

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in library/information science (ALA-accredited) or equivalent with archival theory knowledge.
• Knowledge of archival description standards (DACS, MARC, EAD) and preservation practices.
• Experience with descriptive tools and access/preservation systems such as ArchivesSpace.

Responsibilities

• Lead archival accessioning and processing for diverse formats, including born-digital materials.
• Develop and manage accessioning workflows aligned with best practices and standards.
• Prepare initial descriptions and ensure basic access to holdings at accession.
• Collaborate on implementing born-digital accessioning workflows with Digital Initiatives Archivist.
• Prepare reports for internal and external stakeholders and monitor environmental conditions.

Skills

Excellent written and oral comms

Strong organizational skills

Independent and collaborative work

Education

Master’s degree in library/information science (ALA-accredited)

Tools

ArchivesSpace

DuraCloud

CONTENTdm

Quartex

Preservica

Airtable

Job description

University of Massachusetts Boston seeks an Accessioning and Processing Archivist to lead accessioning for diverse collections, establish workflows, and create initial descriptions enabling access at accession. The role partners with the Digital Initiatives Archivist to implement born-digital workflows and ensures environmental monitoring and reporting.

Strong collaboration across teams is essential. Minimum qualifications include a Master’s in library/information science and knowledge of