Archival Processing & Digitization Assistant

University of Delaware; Newark (DE); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Delaware Library, Museums and Press is seeking an Archival Processing Assistant for an eighteen-month grant-funded appointment in Newark, DE. The role supports processing of Senator Carper’s papers, including appraisal, arrangement, and preservation across analog and digital records, with emphasis on access and metadata creation.

Under supervision, you will assist a grant team in preserving materials, described collections, and diverse media formats, while maintaining strict

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required with 3–5 years related experience, or a Bachelor’s degree with 1–3 years relevant experience in research libraries, museums or cultural/historical institutions handling special materials.
• Familiarity with archival standards and best practices for appraisal, arrangement, description, and preservation of archival records in multiple formats.
• Ability to use word processing, spreadsheets, databases and Web-based applications.
• Ability to exercise discretion and maintain confidentiality in archival responsibilities.
• Strong organizational skills and problem-solving abilities.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in work.
• Experience with audiovisual formats (e.g., VHS, cassette) preferred.
• Experience with electronic records preferred.

Responsibilities

• Complete select processing activities of archival collections.
• Perform audiovisual appraisal and reformatting.
• Perform electronic record survey, ingest, file comparison, and data clean-up.
• Perform file reproduction and review for access, including redaction.
• Perform rehousing of archival collections.
• Contribute to finding aid and other metadata work.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Attention to detail

Discretion and confidentiality

Technology proficiency

Adaptability

Diversity commitment

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

The University of Delaware Library, Museums and Press is seeking an Archival Processing Assistant for an eighteen-month grant-funded appointment in Newark, DE. The role supports processing of Senator Carper’s papers, including appraisal, arrangement, and preservation across analog and digital records, with emphasis on access and metadata creation.

Under supervision, you will assist a grant team in preserving materials, described collections, and diverse media formats, while maintaining strict