Archives Operations Lead (Digital & Physical)

Certifiedarchivists; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 86,533 - 98,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Annual and sick leave

Job summary

A prominent public library system in Washington, DC is seeking an Assistant Manager for The People’s Archive. The role involves managing technical services for archival materials, developing project plans, and overseeing staff workflows. The ideal candidate has a Master’s degree in Library Science and experience in urban public library settings. Join us in preserving diverse stories and serving all members of the community.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years of experience in managing department operations.
• Experience in urban public library providing oversight.
• Comprehensive knowledge of digital archives standards.

Responsibilities

• Manage technical services for archival materials.
• Develop project plans for resource optimization.
• Oversee daily workflow of subordinate staff.

Skills

Knowledge of archives best practices

Project planning

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Ability to manage staff

Education

Master's degree in Library Science or related field

Tools

Digital asset management systems

Job description

A prominent public library system in Washington, DC is seeking an Assistant Manager for The People’s Archive. The role involves managing technical services for archival materials, developing project plans, and overseeing staff workflows. The ideal candidate has a Master’s degree in Library Science and experience in urban public library settings. Join us in preserving diverse stories and serving all members of the community.