Archives Processing & Preservation Specialist

BWM Biltmore Workforce Management; Asheville (NC); On-site; USD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

The Archives Assistant position at Biltmore supports the Archivist by processing archival records, conducting research, and assisting with preservation, inventory, and scanning tasks. The role contributes to ongoing projects and keeps detailed records using the library and archive systems.

Candidates should have a four-year degree and at least one year of archival or library experience with strong organizational skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Qualifications

• Four-year degree required.
• Preferred additional education, training, and/or certification related to information science and/or archival and library fields.
• Minimum one year of experience in an archive or library performing technical support services.

Responsibilities

• Process archival materials following established guidelines, including books, photographs, drawings, manuscripts, and oral histories.
• Create inventories and perform condition reporting for archival materials.
• Assist with rehousing and scanning archival materials.
• Assist with preservation efforts and initiatives in the Archives.
• Help create logistical plans and organize archival collection moves.

Skills

Organization

Time management

MS Office

Independence & teamwork

Cataloging standards

Education

Four-year degree

Information science/archival/library fields certification

Tools

Re:Discovery Proficio

Collection management software

Job description

The Archives Assistant position at Biltmore supports the Archivist by processing archival records, conducting research, and assisting with preservation, inventory, and scanning tasks. The role contributes to ongoing projects and keeps detailed records using the library and archive systems.

Candidates should have a four-year degree and at least one year of archival or library experience with strong organizational skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office.