ARCHIVIST - MANUSCRIPT PROCESSING
Summary:
The Processing Archivist, reporting to a Lead Archivist, will arrange and describe a large volume of manuscript materials as part of a team. This full-time, salaried, 2-year contract position is located in New Haven, Connecticut and includes medical, dental, and vision benefits. Winthrop also provides employees with paid time off and funds for professional development.
Responsibilities:
- Processes archival materials in accordance with institution’s processing guidelines and procedures.
- Application of the principles of baseline processing.
- Collaborates with team members and on-site staff.
- Uses ArchivesSpace software platform to create online finding aids.
- Uses Voyager cataloging module to create original collection-level MARC catalog records.
- Plays an active role in arrangement, description, and preservation of collections.
- Ensures long-term preservation of, and access to, archival materials by implementing best practices in organization, rehousing, and accurate and efficient capture of data and information for finding aids.
Required:
- Master’s degree from an ALA-accredited library school or equivalent accredited degree with formal training in archival theory and practice. Demonstrated knowledge of archival theory and practice may be substituted for formal training.
- Demonstrated knowledge of current national data content and structure standards related to the archival control of collection materials.
- Demonstrated knowledge of archival and library management systems.
- Demonstrated job or school experience with basic preservation and conservation standards for archival and manuscript collections.
- Demonstrated excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communications and analytical ability.
- Experience working collaboratively and independently with varied groups within a complex organization and rapidly changing, team environment.
- Commitment to working as a team member, to problem-solving, and accuracy.
- Demonstrated proficiency in use of ArchivesSpace Content Management System, Voyager Cataloging module, and/or Microsoft Excel.
- Minimum of 2-3 years professional experience.
Preferred:
- Broad knowledge in the humanities, as demonstrated through academic degrees or an equivalent combination of training or experience.
- Good reading ability in one or more modern European languages.
- Experience with pre-18th century manuscript material.
- Graduate-level training in American or European history or literature.
To apply, please send a resume, cover letter, and three references to Rachel Greer, Lead Archivist and Project Manager: rgreer@winthropgroup.com with the subject line “Archivist—Manuscript Processing”.
