Digital Preservation Archivist: Long‑Term Digital Curation

Digital Preservation Coalition; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 61,100 - 72,600; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development opportunities

Tuition assistance for further education

Job summary

An academic library in Atlanta is seeking a motivated Digital Preservation Archivist to lead initiatives in digital preservation. This position involves collaboration with archivists and staff across the university to manage the long-term preservation of digital materials. Candidates should have a Master’s degree from an ALA-accredited program and two years of relevant experience in archives or special collections. This role offers opportunities for professional development and service activities.

Qualifications

• Master's degree from a relevant program.
• Minimum of two years' experience in digital preservation.

Responsibilities

• Establish and refine policies for digital preservation.
• Train faculty and staff on digital preservation processes.
• Manage the digital preservation system.

Skills

Digital preservation expertise

Collaboration

Training ability

Education

Master’s degree from an ALA-accredited Library/Information Science program

Accredited graduate degree in a relevant field (e.g., History, Information Management)

Job description

An academic library in Atlanta is seeking a motivated Digital Preservation Archivist to lead initiatives in digital preservation. This position involves collaboration with archivists and staff across the university to manage the long-term preservation of digital materials. Candidates should have a Master’s degree from an ALA-accredited program and two years of relevant experience in archives or special collections. This role offers opportunities for professional development and service activities.