Digital Archivist
(September 13, 2023)
Position Title - Digital Archivist
Supervisor Title (All entry and mid-level position supervisors should be qualified, professional archivists.) - Archives Director
Position Type - Full-time, permanent
Benefits - Yes
Salary Range - $66,000 - $75,000
Job Summary
The Digital Archivist carries out a range of archival functions on born-digital, digitized, and physical archival material according to archival standards and best practices. The incumbent composes descriptions as needed for digital objects and submits the descriptions to the archivist for review and approval. In addition, the Digital Archivist is responsible for aiding in various research projects conducted within the Alcoholics Anonymous World Services organization.
Duties & Responsibilities
-Coordinates and manages the acquisition of digitized, born-digital and physical archival material by establishing metadata schema, controlled vocabularies, and exercising quality control of the software and metadata schema.
-Organizes, catalogs, and arranges material using Archives Databases.
-Processes and digitizes for preservation digital, born-digital, and physical archival material in accordance with emerging standards and best practices.
-Ensures that collection materials are identifiable and available through the digital repository.
-Assists in coordinating and developing digitized material for exhibits.
-Collaborates with the Archives Director to develop preservation strategies appropriate for digital material.
-Provides extensive research and reference service for internal and external clientele.
-Collaborates with Archives Director on administering company-wide records management schedule.
Required Skills & Abilities
Knowledge of digital preservation theory and practice, including best practices, standards, and technologies for managing digitized and born-digitized collections.
Knowledge of collection management, archival theory, and practice.
Understanding of copyright and rights management issues.
Excellent written and oral communication skills, interpersonal skills, organizational skills and administrative skills.
Knowledge of standards, best practices, methods and tools for audiovisual preservation and reformatting.
Ability to multi-task and prioritize assignments.
Ability to problem solve and organize and prioritize work.
Education & Experience
Bachelor’s or Advanced degree in History, Archives, Library Science, or related field is required.
A minimum of two years of experience in processing digital archival collections, including experience in creating metadata descriptions, digitization, and care of born-digital materials.
Certification: Digital Archives Specialist Certificate from the Society of American Archivists is preferred.
Physical Requirements
Ability to lift up to 40 pounds.
Ability to handle fragile objects.
Extensive computer use; regular reading of typewritten, handwritten, and digital documents.
Position works closely with material that may be contain mold and dust, working with exposures to hazards.
Pay & Benefits
This is a non-exempt position with an annual pay range of $68,000 - $70,000 plus approved overtime.
A.A.W.S. offers outstanding health benefits including majority employer paid medical, dental and vision and an employer-funded health reimbursement account. Long- and short-term disability and life insurance is provided at no cost to our employees. We offer generous paid time off including 3 weeks of vacation to start, 10 sick days, personal days, and paid holidays. Additional benefits include a 403(b) plan with up to 10% employer contribution, tuition reimbursement program, and salary continuation program, all of which are available after 12 months of employment.
About Alcoholics Anonymous Founded in 1935, Alcoholics Anonymous World Services (A.A.W.S.) is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization and an international fellowship of people who have had a drinking problem. The Alcoholics Anonymous fellowship is nonprofessional, self-supporting, multiracial, apolitical, and available almost everywhere. The General Service Office (GSO) in the Morningside Heights neighborhood of New York City employs approximately 85 people (both alcoholic and non-alcoholic) and serves over 2 million members in the US and Canada. Our mission at the GSO is to support carrying the message of Alcoholics Anonymous to the still-suffering alcoholic by providing services to A.A. members, groups, and others; publishing and distributing A.A literature, preserving A.A. history, and sharing A.A.’s collective experience. Not only is our team incredibly mission-driven, but also tremendously supportive of each other as both colleagues and individuals. Job Summary The Digital Archivist carries out a range of archival functions on born-digital, digitized, and physical archival material according to archival standards and best practices. The incumbent composes descriptions as needed for digital objects and submits the descriptions to the archivist for review and approval. In addition, the Digital Archivist is responsible for aiding in various research projects conducted within the Alcoholics Anonymous World Services organization. Duties & Responsibilities Coordinates and manages the acquisition of digitized, born-digital and physical archival material by establishing metadata schema, controlled vocabularies, and exercising quality control of the software and metadata schema. Organizes, catalogs, and arranges material using Archives Databases. Processes and digitizes for preservation digital, born-digital, and physical archival material in accordance with emerging standards and best practices. Ensures that collection materials are identifiable and available through the digital repository. Assists in coordinating and developing digitized material for exhibits. Collaborates with the Archives Director to develop preservation strategies appropriate for digital material. Provides extensive research and reference service for internal and external clientele. Collaborates with Archives Director on administering company-wide records management schedule. Requirements Required Skills & Abilities Knowledge of digital preservation theory and practice, including best practices, standards, and technologies for managing digitized and born-digitized collections. Knowledge of collection management, archival theory, and practice. Understanding of copyright and rights management issues. Excellent written and oral communication skills, interpersonal skills, organizational skills and administrative skills. Knowledge of standards, best practices, methods and tools for audiovisual preservation and reformatting. Ability to multi-task and prioritize assignments. Ability to problem solve and organize and prioritize work. Education & Experience Bachelor’s or Advanced degree in History, Archives, Library Science, or related field is required. A minimum of two years of experience in processing digital archival collections, including experience in creating metadata descriptions, digitization, and care of born-digital materials. Certification: Digital Archives Specialist Certificate from the Society of American Archivists is preferred. Physical Requirements Ability to lift up to 40 pounds. Ability to handle fragile objects. Extensive computer use; regular reading of typewritten, handwritten, and digital documents. Position works closely with material that may be contain mold and dust, working with exposures to hazards. Location This position is in New York City, we currently work a hybrid schedule of 4 days in office and 1 day remote. Pay & Benefits This is a non-exempt position with an annual pay range of $68,000 - $70,000 plus approved overtime. A.A.W.S. offers outstanding health benefits including majority employer paid medical, dental and vision and an employer-funded health reimbursement account. Long- and short-term disability and life insurance is provided at no cost to our employees. We offer generous paid time off including 3 weeks of vacation to start, 10 sick days, personal days, and paid holidays. Additional benefits include a 403(b) plan with up to 10% employer contribution, tuition reimbursement program, and salary continuation program, all of which are available after 12 months of employment.
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