Space Heritage Archivist & Digital Preservation Pro

Certifiedarchivists; Merritt Island (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading archival preservation firm seeks an Archivist to manage the document library at Kennedy Space Center. This full-time position requires 10+ years of experience in document preservation and a Master’s degree in library science. Responsibilities include performing analog and digital preservation tasks, creating archival descriptions, and maintaining current knowledge of digital formats. The role requires strong communication skills and collaboration with various stakeholders. US citizenship is mandatory.

Qualifications

• 10+ years experience in research and analysis and preservation of documents.
• Membership in Academy of Certified Archivists may substitute for degree.
• Familiar with metadata and technical standards relevant to archival collections.

Responsibilities

• Perform analog preservation functions and maintain holdings.
• Support digital preservation functions using OAIS model.
• Create archival descriptions using standards-based systems.

Skills

Research and analysis

Digital archives tools

Strong communications

Collaboration

Education

Master’s degree in library science or library and information science

Tools

Webrecorder

BitCurator

ePADD

Archivematica

ArchivesSpace

command-line tools

spreadsheets

Job description

A leading archival preservation firm seeks an Archivist to manage the document library at Kennedy Space Center. This full-time position requires 10+ years of experience in document preservation and a Master’s degree in library science. Responsibilities include performing analog and digital preservation tasks, creating archival descriptions, and maintaining current knowledge of digital formats. The role requires strong communication skills and collaboration with various stakeholders. US citizenship is mandatory.