Remote Archival Processing & Digital Preservation Specialist

Eis group usa; Ann Arbor (MI); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Eis group usa is seeking a Processing Archivist to manage archival collections, preserve records, and develop collection documentation. The role emphasizes strong research, organization, and information management skills to support long-term preservation initiatives.

The position offers a full-time contract with remote or hybrid options, typically around 40 hours per week. Candidates should have a degree in archival studies or related field and relevant processing experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Archival Studies, History, Library Science, Information Science, Records Management, or a related field.
• 2-3 years of experience in archival processing, library collections, records management, or information administration.
• Knowledge of archival arrangement, description, cataloging, and preservation practices.
• Experience maintaining inventories, metadata, finding aids, or digital collection records.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and digital documentation tools.
• Familiarity with archival databases, collection management systems, or digital repositories preferred.

Responsibilities

• Receive, evaluate, and organize archival materials, historical documents, manuscripts, and institutional records.
• Arrange and describe collections according to established archival standards and procedures.
• Create and maintain finding aids, inventories, catalog records, and collection descriptions.
• Assess preservation requirements and ensure archival materials are handled and stored appropriately.
• Maintain accurate collection databases, metadata, and processing documentation.
• Support digitization projects by preparing materials and verifying digital records.
• Identify missing information, preservation concerns, and inconsistencies in archival documentation.
• Collaborate with library staff, researchers, records managers, and internal stakeholders.
• Retrieve and prepare archival materials for authorized research and reference requests.
• Maintain confidentiality and follow applicable collection access and records management policies.
• Monitor processing schedules and ensure assigned archival projects meet established deadlines.
• Recommend improvements to archival workflows, cataloging practices, and collection management procedures.

Skills

Research skills

Organization

Attention to detail

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Archival Studies or related field

Tools

MS Office

Archival databases

Digital repositories

Job description

Eis group usa is seeking a Processing Archivist to manage archival collections, preserve records, and develop collection documentation. The role emphasizes strong research, organization, and information management skills to support long-term preservation initiatives.

The position offers a full-time contract with remote or hybrid options, typically around 40 hours per week. Candidates should have a degree in archival studies or related field and relevant processing experience.