Photographic Collection Cataloger: Dallas History Archive

University of Alabama Libraries; Dallas (TX); Sur place; USD 45 000 - 65 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

The Sixth Floor Museum at Dealey Plaza seeks a dedicated Photographic Collection Cataloger to support a major two-year grant-funded initiative cataloging the Bob Jackson Collection.

Reporting to the Head of Collections & Registration, you will develop comprehensive catalog records in TMS, conduct in-depth research to identify people, places, events, and subjects in photographs, and document publication and use history.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years of relevant professional experience in museum collections, archives, libraries, photographic collections or related setting.
• Experience creating or maintaining museum, archival or library catalog records and descriptive metadata.
• Familiarity with cataloging standards, controlled vocabularies, authority control and collections documentation practices.
• Ability to identify, evaluate and reconcile information from multiple sources while maintaining clear documentation of research findings.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsabilités

• Cataloging & Metadata: Create and enhance detailed catalog records for photographic materials in TMS according to standards and project guidelines.
• Develop descriptive metadata, subject terms, keywords and authority records for names, places, events and subjects.
• Develop and apply standardized cataloging conventions and metadata structures with staff.
• Review existing records and enhance information as new research becomes available.
• Maintain research documentation and source citations for accuracy and reliability.

Connaissances

Strong research and writing skills

Attention to detail

Analytical and problem-solving

Independent and collaborative work

Formation

Bachelor’s degree in history/related field

Master’s degree in history/library science/archival studies

Outils

TMS

Cataloging systems

Description du poste

The Sixth Floor Museum at Dealey Plaza seeks a dedicated Photographic Collection Cataloger to support a major two-year grant-funded initiative cataloging the Bob Jackson Collection.

Reporting to the Head of Collections & Registration, you will develop comprehensive catalog records in TMS, conduct in-depth research to identify people, places, events, and subjects in photographs, and document publication and use history.