Archivist-Historian 2

US Tech Solutions

Auburn (WA)

On-site

USD 83,000 - 92,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Join US Tech Solutions as a Reference Archivist to support the Historical Services and Archive Team. The role involves managing reference requests and ensuring the proper organization and dissemination of archival materials. The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's degree and have over three years of relevant experience, encompassing communication and organizational skills.

Qualifications

3+ years of proven experience in archival research and preservation.
Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects.

Responsibilities

Manage and respond to reference requests from customers.
Organize and catalog archival materials for accessibility.
Contribute to documentation and write articles highlighting heritage.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Collaboration skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in History, Archival Studies, Library Science or a related field

Advanced degree preferred

Tools

Content Management Systems (CMS)

Digital Asset Management Systems (DAM)

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Base pay range

$40.00/hr - $42.00/hr

Duration: 6 Months

Shifts: 1st

Job Description

Client is seeking a dedicated and knowledgeable Reference Archivist to join our Historical Services and Archive Team. This role is pivotal in preserving and disseminating the rich history of Client and the aerospace industry.
The successful candidate will be responsible for managing and responding to reference requests from both internal and external customers, providing key support for historical research, and contributing to the organization and stabilization of all archival materials.
The successful candidate will have strong communication and collaboration skills, with a high level of attention to detail.

Key Responsibilities:

Reference Services and Access: Responds to requests for specific information (ex: facts, data checking) from internal/external customers using standard research practices requiring basic knowledge of company and aerospace history. Gathers relevant information using libraries, internet, internal archive databases, and personal expertise using standard research practices to answer specific and in-depth questions and to ensure historical accuracy.
Group Inbox Management: Efficiently manage the research group inbox to ensure timely responses to inquiries and requests for historical information.
Material Arrangement: Organizes artifact records, film, digital records and photographs and negatives into collections per historical services policy. Retrieves, re-files material into proper location.
Material Description: Catalogues by entering description and keywords, titles, etc. into archival database to ensure timely and accurate retrieval of materials requested by customers or historians
Information Retention Focal: Serve as the focal point for information retention, ensuring compliance with Client historical services program corporate policy.
Writing and Documentation: Contributes to articles that highlight Client's heritage, milestones, and relationships.

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in History, Archival Studies, Library Science, or a related field; Advanced degree preferred.
Three years or more of proven experience in archival research, preservation, and cataloging.
Familiarity with Content Management Systems (CMS) and Digital Asset Management Systems (DAM).
Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Have strong written communication skills.
Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
Preference for experience collaborating across large matrixed organizations, with the ability to support various department goals.

Education / Experience:

Bachelor's degree in History, Archival Studies, Library Science, or a related field; Advanced degree preferred.

About US Tech Solutions:

US Tech Solutions is a global staff augmentation firm providing a wide range of talent on-demand and total workforce solutions. To know more about US Tech Solutions, please visit www.ustechsolutions.com.

US Tech Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Recruiter Details:

Internal Id: 25-39876

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