Digital Records & Archives Specialist

accufilecareers; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Accufile is seeking a skilled Records & Digital Information Specialist to support our nonprofit client through a major records cleanup, archival transition, and digital organization project within a library environment. This role emphasizes records lifecycle management, metadata, cataloging, and digital systems, with hands-on work behind the scenes on platforms such as SharePoint.

The position aims to modernize and stabilize the client’s records infrastructure and contribute to a mission-driven

Qualifications

• MLS or MLIS degree from an ALA-accredited program or equivalent experience.
• Strong background in records lifecycle management and digital organization.
• Experience with metadata, taxonomies, retention schedules, and file classification.
• Proficiency with SharePoint or similar platforms.

Responsibilities

• Conduct full review, cleanup, and organization of physical and digital records.
• Implement lifecycle and retention schedules that meet professional standards.
• Assist with transitioning legacy files into updated systems.
• Work with back-end document management components and improve metadata, tagging, and access.
• Develop clear documentation and train staff on records management practices.
• Foster information sharing and consistent record hygiene.

Skills

Metadata

Taxonomies

Retention schedules

File classification

SharePoint

Digital content systems

Communication

Training staff

Collaboration

Education

MLS or MLIS degree (ALA-accredited)

Tools

SharePoint

Content management systems

Digital repository tools

Job description

Accufile is seeking a skilled Records & Digital Information Specialist to support our nonprofit client through a major records cleanup, archival transition, and digital organization project within a library environment. This role emphasizes records lifecycle management, metadata, cataloging, and digital systems, with hands-on work behind the scenes on platforms such as SharePoint.

The position aims to modernize and stabilize the client’s records infrastructure and contribute to a mission-driven