Archives & Digital Assets Coordinator (Hybrid)

International Fellowship of Christians & Jews, Inc; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

International Fellowship of Christians & Jews, Inc. is seeking an Archives Associate in Chicago with hybrid work arrangements. The role focuses on processing and preserving digital assets and archival materials to support outreach and fundraising efforts.

The associate will work closely with the Sr. Manager and Archivist to ensure accurate cataloging, metadata application, and reference support. Required a Bachelor's in Library Science or equivalent with at least 1 year of experience; a Master's

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Library Science or equivalent required; Masters preferred with relevant experience.
• Minimum 1 year of experience in library studies, archives, digital asset management or related discipline.
• Experience with metadata standards and best practices; data processing or content management systems preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage and preserve digital archival assets following established archival strategy.
• Process, catalog, and preserve digital assets including photos, videos, documents and reports.
• Enter assets into DAM with established metadata strategy.
• Process and catalog physical archival materials with accuracy and consistency.
• Preserve physical materials and maintain accessibility of archival collections.
• Track usage of assets across platforms and publications.
• Support copyright registration and protection efforts for intellectual property.
• Provide archival reference and retrieval support to staff and vendors.
• Develop and maintain standard operating procedures for archival operations.

Skills

Knowledge of archival and librarianshi

Metadata standards and best practices

Content management systems experience

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook

Education

Bachelor's degree in Library Science or equivalent

Master's degree in Library Science (preferred)

Tools

Digital Asset Management (DAM) software

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

International Fellowship of Christians & Jews, Inc. is seeking an Archives Associate in Chicago with hybrid work arrangements. The role focuses on processing and preserving digital assets and archival materials to support outreach and fundraising efforts.

The associate will work closely with the Sr. Manager and Archivist to ensure accurate cataloging, metadata application, and reference support. Required a Bachelor's in Library Science or equivalent with at least 1 year of experience; a Master's