Archivist: Historical Records & Church Archives (Part-Time)

ADP, Inc.; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 13 - 15; Part time

Job summary

The Iowa Methodist Conference is seeking an Archivist in Des Moines, IA to collect, evaluate, preserve, organize and manage historical records and artifacts related to Iowa Methodist Churches and pastors. The role involves processing, cataloging, and creating electronic copies for future research, with responsibilities to support local churches and conference staff.

Hours are 10–20 per week or 20–40 per pay period, and the position is housed in the Conference Office in Des Moines.

Responsibilities

• Receive Methodist Archival Items and Collections
• Assess, Preserve and Store Methodist Archival Items and Collections
• Preserve paper records, letters and documents on acid-free paper
• Remove staples, scotch tape, etc.
• Enclose documents in archival sleeves, folders, boxes, etc.
• Scan - create electronic copies of important records for future research
• Provide assistance to Local Churches and Conference Staff
• Research enquiries received by phone, email, snail-mail and in person
• Receive assistance from General Commission on Archives and History
• Attend training and workshop opportunities in person or on Zoom
• Be responsible to the Iowa Methodist Archives and History Committee

Job description

The Iowa Methodist Conference is seeking an Archivist in Des Moines, IA to collect, evaluate, preserve, organize and manage historical records and artifacts related to Iowa Methodist Churches and pastors. The role involves processing, cataloging, and creating electronic copies for future research, with responsibilities to support local churches and conference staff.

Hours are 10–20 per week or 20–40 per pay period, and the position is housed in the Conference Office in Des Moines.