Archivist (Temporary)

The HR Team; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

History Associates Incorporated is seeking an Archivist for a temporary project in downtown St. Paul, Minnesota. You will support processing and cataloging historic archival collections for Securian Financial, under the guidance of the Lead Archivist.

This role offers hands-on experience with MPLP processing, ArchivEra cataloging, and preparing records for digitization, ideal for MLIS students or early-career archivists seeking corporate archives experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in History, English, or a related field.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently while contributing to a team.
• MLIS with archives specialization (preferred).
• At least three months of experience in an archival setting (preferred).
• Familiarity with archival metadata standards (DACS, ISAD(G), EAD-XML).
• Experience working with born-digital records (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Inventory and assess physical and born-digital archival records.
• Develop processing plans and organize, describe, and preserve archival collections using MPLP processing methods.
• Catalog archival materials in ArchivEra.
• Support development and implementation of procedures for managing, accessing, and preserving records.
• Assist with preparations for future digitization and archival activities.
• Work closely with the Lead Archivist and project management team to complete tasks.

Skills

Microsoft Excel

Written communication

Verbal communication

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree in History, English, or related field

MLIS with archives specialization (preferred)

Job description

About History Associates

History Associates Incorporated (HAI) is a historical research and archival services firm headquartered in Rockville, Maryland. Since 1981, we have helped corporations, government agencies, nonprofits, and cultural institutions preserve, manage, and share their history.

Our team of historians, archivists, and researchers works on a variety of projects that help organizations protect their historical records and make them accessible for future generations.

About the Opportunity

Are you interested in gaining hands-on experience working with historical collections? History Associates is looking for an Archivist to support a temporary project in downtown St. Paul, Minnesota.

You’ll be part of a two-person team responsible for processing and cataloging the historic archival collections of Securian Financial. This work supports an ongoing effort to build and maintain the company’s corporate archives program.

Working alongside an experienced Lead Archivist, you’ll gain practical experience processing collections, cataloging materials in ArchivEra, and preparing records for future digitization efforts.

This is an excellent opportunity for an MLIS student, recent graduate, or someone early in their archival career who is looking to build their skills and gain experience working on a corporate archives project.

What You’ll Do

• Inventory and assess physical and born-digital archival records.
• Assist with developing processing plans and organizing, describing, and preserving archival collections using MPLP processing methods.
• Catalog archival materials in ArchivEra.
• Support the development and implementation of procedures for managing, accessing, and preserving records.
• Assist with preparations for future digitization and archival activities.
• Work closely with the Lead Archivist and project management team to complete assigned tasks.

What We’re Looking For

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in History, English, or a related field.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently while contributing to a team.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Library and Information Science (MLIS), with a specialization in archives.
• At least three months of experience working in an archival setting.
• Familiarity with archival metadata standards, including DACS, ISAD(G), and EAD-XML.
• Experience working with born-digital records.

Position Details

This is a full-time, temporary assignment expected to last up to five months. The position requires onsite work in downtown St. Paul, Minnesota.

Equal Employment Opportunity

History Associates Incorporated (HAI) is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. HAI provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the hiring process.

E-Verify Participation

HAI participates in E-Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of newly hired employees in accordance with federal law.