Remote Processing Archivist - Contract

AMG & Associates, Inc.; Minneapolis (MN); Híbrido; USD 85 000 - 105 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

AMG & Associates, Inc. is seeking an experienced Processing Archivist to process and describe archival collections, ensuring preservation and accessibility in line with standards. The role involves developing finding aids, maintaining inventories, and supporting digitization initiatives.

The position requires 3+ years of archival processing experience, a relevant degree, and strong organizational and metadata skills. This is a full-time contract with remote or hybrid work options.

Qualificações

• Bachelor-level education in a related field with strong archival knowledge.
• Experience in archival processing, arrangement, and preservation.
• Proficiency with finding aids, inventories, and metadata.

Responsabilidades

• Assess, organize, and describe archival collections and records.
• Process materials from accessioning to final storage.
• Develop finding aids, inventories, and descriptive metadata.
• Apply archival standards for consistent documentation.
• Evaluate preservation needs and appropriate storage conditions.
• Maintain records of contents, access restrictions, and actions.
• Support digitization by preparing materials and verifying metadata.
• Maintain databases and collection management systems.
• Identify restricted materials and escalate concerns as needed.
• Coordinate with stakeholders to support access and research needs.
• Assist with acquisition, accessioning, and transfer of new collections.
• Ensure compliance with policies and preservation guidelines.
• Review descriptions, inventories, and documentation.
• Support research requests by locating materials for access.
• Maintain confidentiality for restricted records.
• Participate in audits, assessments, and preservation projects.
• Identify opportunities to improve workflows and metadata quality.
• Ensure projects and documentation meet deadlines.

Conhecimentos

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Research skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

MS Office

Digital documentation tools

Archival management systems

Formação académica

Bachelor's degree in History/Archival Studies/Library Science/Information Science/Records Management

Master's degree in Library & Information Science or Archival Studies (preferred)

Relevant professional certifications (preferred)

Ferramentas

Archival management systems

Digital repositories

Cataloging platforms

Collection databases

Descrição da oferta de emprego

AMG & Associates, Inc. is seeking an experienced Processing Archivist to process and describe archival collections, ensuring preservation and accessibility in line with standards. The role involves developing finding aids, maintaining inventories, and supporting digitization initiatives.

The position requires 3+ years of archival processing experience, a relevant degree, and strong organizational and metadata skills. This is a full-time contract with remote or hybrid work options.