Purpose:

Under the supervision of the Manager for Archives Cataloging, this position will arrange, describe, and catalog 19th - 21st century manuscript collections from the Center's literary, film, and performing arts holdings.

Responsibilities:

• Identifies, houses, arranges, and describes archival materials in a variety of formats including born-digital. Consults with curatorial staff as needed.
• Using DACS and other standards, creates and edits descriptive XML finding aids using Oxygen and EAD. schema. Catalog collection-related audiovisual material at the item level in the Center's content management system.
• Identifies conservation needs and performs minor preservation tasks. Consults with Preservation and Conservation staff as needed.
• Performs limited indexing of assigned collections using Library of Congress Authorities and other sources.
• Participates in the planning and execution of departmental projects.
• Stays abreast of professional issues and tools related to archival processing and engage in campus, regional, and national scholarly and professional organizations and activities.
• Public service or reference work, including occasional Saturday hours.

Required Qualifications:

• Master's degree in Library or Information Science from an ALA-accredited institution with an emphasis on archival coursework or training.

• Demonstrated experience working with archival materials in a variety of formats, including born-digital records.

• Knowledge of and experience with relevant descriptive standards for archival collections (DACS, EAD, LCSH, AAT, etc.). 

• Familiarity with preservation and conservation methods applied to archival materials.

• Knowledge of current and emerging trends, issues, workflows, standards, and best practices in archives and special collections.

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (verbal and written).

• Detail oriented with ability to organize and prioritize tasks.

• Outstanding team orientation, flexibility, and ability to work both independently and collaboratively.

• Demonstrated commitment to expanding skills and professional growth.

Salary Range:

$50,000 (non-negotiable)