Strategic Archivist for Institutional Archives Project

Northwest Archivists; Tacoma (WA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Part time

Job summary

A Seattle-based retirement community seeks a Consulting Archivist to enhance their archives through development and management by surveying existing materials and creating a broader collecting plan. The archivist will collaborate with residents and staff to ensure effective transfer and housing of archival materials. Candidates should possess a Master's degree in archives and records administration, substantial knowledge in records management, and relevant experience. The project starts on November 3, 2025, with an initial stipend of $7500.

Qualifications

• Experience in institutional archival development and management.
• Ability to draft proposals addressing project requirements.
• Understanding of archival processes and relevant regulations.

Responsibilities

• Survey existing Horizon House archives and make recommendations.
• Develop a broader collecting plan for new contributions.
• Establish a process to transfer the collection to UW Special Collections.

Skills

Ability to work collegially

Knowledge of records management

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Knowledge of information retrieval

Education

Master's degree in archives and records administration

Tools

Content Manager

Job description

A Seattle-based retirement community seeks a Consulting Archivist to enhance their archives through development and management by surveying existing materials and creating a broader collecting plan. The archivist will collaborate with residents and staff to ensure effective transfer and housing of archival materials. Candidates should possess a Master's degree in archives and records administration, substantial knowledge in records management, and relevant experience. The project starts on November 3, 2025, with an initial stipend of $7500.