{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"b9600b1db44bb998ce69075f","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/b9600b1db44bb998ce69075f","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/b9600b1db44bb998ce69075f","title":"Processing Archivist","description":"We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Processing Archivist to join our team on a full-time contract basis. The Processing Archivist will be responsible for managing archival collections, preserving historical records, developing collection documentation, and improving access to physical and digital materials. The ideal candidate will have strong research, organizational, and information management skills, with the ability to maintain accurate records and support long-term preservation initiatives.\n\nKey Responsibilities:\nReceive, evaluate, and organize archival materials, historical documents, manuscripts, and institutional records.\n\nArrange and describe collections according to established archival standards and procedures.\n\nCreate and maintain finding aids, inventories, catalog records, and collection descriptions.\n\nAssess preservation requirements and ensure archival materials are handled and stored appropriately.\n\nMaintain accurate collection databases, metadata, and processing documentation.\n\nSupport digitization projects by preparing materials and verifying digital records.\n\nIdentify missing information, preservation concerns, and inconsistencies in archival documentation.\n\nCollaborate with library staff, researchers, records managers, and internal stakeholders.\n\nRetrieve and prepare archival materials for authorized research and reference requests.\n\nMaintain confidentiality and follow applicable collection access and records management policies.\n\nMonitor processing schedules and ensure assigned archival projects meet established deadlines.\n\nRecommend improvements to archival workflows, cataloging practices, and collection management procedures.\n\nQualifications:\nBachelor's degree in Archival Studies, History, Library Science, Information Science, Records Management, or a related field.\n\n2-3 years of experience in archival processing, library collections, records management, or information administration.\n\nKnowledge of archival arrangement, description, cataloging, and preservation practices.\n\nExperience maintaining inventories, metadata, finding aids, or digital collection records.\n\nProficiency in Microsoft Office and digital documentation tools.\n\nFamiliarity with archival databases, collection management systems, or digital repositories preferred.\n\nStrong research, organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.\n\nExcellent written communication and attention to detail.\n\nAbility to manage multiple assignments, maintain accurate documentation, and meet deadlines.\n\nAbility to work independently and collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.\n\nCompensation & Contract Benefits:\nAnnual Contract Rate: $75,000-$120,000 per year, depending on experience, qualifications, and responsibilities.\n\nSchedule: Full-time contract, approximately 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday.\n\nContract Duration: Initial contract assignment with potential for extension or renewal based on performance and business needs.\n\nWork Arrangement: Remote or hybrid options may be available, depending on collection access requirements and organizational policies.\n\nProfessional Development: Opportunities for archival training, preservation workshops, digital records education, and continuing professional development.\n\nCareer Growth: Build expertise in archival processing, digital preservation, collection management, and information governance.\n\nCollaborative Environment: Work with archival, research, library, and records management teams to support the preservation and accessibility of valuable information resources.\n\nQualified candidates will be contacted for an interview.\n\nEqual Opportunity Employer:\nWe are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace. 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The Processing Archivist will be responsible for managing archival collections, preserving historical records, developing collection documentation, and improving access to physical and digital materials. 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