Project Archivist - Architectural Drawings & Metadata Lead

Automatic Data Processing, Inc.; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

The Chicago History Museum seeks an Alphawood Project Archivist to rehouse, process, and enhance the GAPW collection of architectural drawings. This part-time, temporary role involves cataloging, MARC mapping, and preserving archival materials while improving discoverability across digital portals.

Requires MLIS and 2–3 years in a research library/archives setting; teamwork, strong communication, and commitment to the museum’s mission are essential.

Qualifications

• MLIS degree from ALA accredited program.
• Two to three years’ experience in a research library, archives, or museum setting processing or cataloging special collections.
• Experience working in teams and collaborative environments.
• Ability to apply 'More Product, Less Process' to processing and descriptive activities.
• General knowledge of American and Chicago History; architecture preferred.
• Strong problem-solving abilities.
• Superior written and verbal communication skills.
• Commitment to Chicago History Museum's mission.
• Preferred knowledge of DACS and EAD (or other XML-based standards).

Responsibilities

• Rehouse and enhance internal inventory for the GAPW architectural drawings.
• Inventory, process, and rehousing; edit bibliographic data for MARC mapping.
• Create a bibliographic record in Alma and export to WorldCat and Explore Chicago Collections.
• Maintain collection documentation and promote discoverability and long-term preservation.
• Create/update electronic inventories and prepare progress reports.

Skills

Strong communication

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Education

MLIS degree from ALA accredited program

Tools

DACS

EAD

Job description

The Chicago History Museum seeks an Alphawood Project Archivist to rehouse, process, and enhance the GAPW collection of architectural drawings. This part-time, temporary role involves cataloging, MARC mapping, and preserving archival materials while improving discoverability across digital portals.

Requires MLIS and 2–3 years in a research library/archives setting; teamwork, strong communication, and commitment to the museum’s mission are essential.