Archivist

Heritage Werks; Suwanee (GA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Care (Medical, Dental & Vision)

Retirement Plan (401k)

Paid Time Off & Holidays

Family Leave (Maternity & Paternity)

Training & Development

Job summary

A historical preservation firm in Suwanee, GA is looking for an experienced Archivist to manage and process legacy collections. The ideal candidate has over 3 years of experience and an MLIS degree. Responsibilities include conducting assessments, organizing materials, and writing finding aids. Competitive benefits offered, including health care and a retirement plan.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of archival processing experience.
• Certified Archivist (CA) designation preferred.
• Willingness to travel occasionally for project needs.

Responsibilities

• Conduct collection assessments and content surveys.
• Organize and process archival materials.
• Write clear, accessible finding aids and content inventories.

Skills

Archival processing experience

Project management skills

Excellent communication skills

Proficiency with Microsoft Office

Education

MLIS with Cataloging/Archives Specialization

Tools

Digital archival tools

Job description

Location: Duluth & Suwanee, GA (Onsite, Full-Time)

Who We Are

At Heritage Werks, we believe every story deserves to be preserved and shared. We partner with world‑class brands, sports franchises, fashion icons, and mission‑driven organizations to safeguard their most meaningful materials and bring them to life in ways that inspire connection. We preserve history. We protect generational legacies. And we do it all with care, purpose, and a forward‑thinking approach. Our work honors the past while making it meaningful for today and relevant for the future, helping people and organizations celebrate where they’ve been and envision where they’re going.

What You'll Do

As an Archivist, you'll work hands‑on with legacy collections of all sizes. You'll collaborate with clients and team members to process, preserve, and unlock the value of historical assets through:

• Conducting collection assessments and content surveys
• Organizing and processing archival materials, both physically and intellectually
• Performing descriptive cataloging and applying metadata standards
• Writing clear, accessible finding aids and content inventories
• Recommending and selecting assets for digitization
• Applying preservation best practices
• Conducting in‑depth research and distilling findings into concise briefs
• Learning client histories and championing archival recommendations in a consultative role

You'll balance speed and accuracy while navigating multiple projects, clients, and deadlines with professionalism and poise.

Requirements

You're detail‑driven and deadline‑ready. You thrive in a team environment but are equally comfortable working independently. You're naturally curious, highly organized, and passionate about preserving history in ways that are both meaningful and modern.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of archival processing experience
• MLIS with Cataloging and/or Archives Specialization
• Certified Archivist (CA) designation preferred
• Ability to lift up to 40 lbs and move materials as needed
• Willingness to travel occasionally for project needs
• Strong project and time management skills
• Willingness to work at any location of Heritage Werks as per business requirements
• Excellent verbal, written, and presentation communication skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and familiarity with digital archival tools
• Self‑motivated, results‑oriented, and adaptable in fast‑paced environments

Core Competencies

• Client Orientation
• Accountability
• Results‑Driven
• Focus on Quality
• Company and Team Alignment

Benefits

Competitive benefits include:

• Health Care (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k)
• Paid Time Off & Holidays
• Family Leave (Maternity & Paternity)
• Short‑ and Long‑Term Disability
• Life Insurance (Basic & Voluntary)
• Training & Development
• Wellness Resources

Equal Opportunity Commitment

Heritage Werks is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe that no one should be discriminated against because of their differences—such as age, disability, ethnicity, gender identity, religion, or sexual orientation. All employment decisions are made without regard to any protected status under federal, state, or local law. We proudly support veteran employment opportunities for service men and women.