Project Archivist 

(October 22, 2024)

Position Title - Project Archivist

Supervisor Title (All entry and mid-level position supervisors should be qualified, professional archivists.)- Director

Position Type - Full-time, term

Benefits - No

Hourly wage range - $36 - $40

SUMMARY: The New York Transit Museum is seeking an experienced temporary Project Archivist to process, rehouse, digitize, catalog, and create a finding aid for a large photographic collection relating to the history of Metro-North Railroad. The Project Archivist will process 103 cubic feet of records, assigning a unique identifier to each record while considering and retaining the existing subject organization. The Project Archivist will also create a descriptive, DACS-compliant finding aid in ArchiveSpace and link related materials. The final phase of the project will be identifying a selection of photographs, digitizing, cataloging, and publishing item-level records to the Museum’s digital collections catalog, PastPerfect Online. This grant-funded position will be 37.5 hours per week for up to 1,200 hours total. The proposed project must be completed by June 30ᵗʰ, 2025. Work will be performed on-site at the Gabrielle Shubert Research Center in Sunset Park, Brooklyn. QUALIFICATIONS: • Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in museum studies, library & information studies, archival studies, history, or closely related field • Experience using PastPerfect Museum Software (PastPerfect Web Edition is preferred) • Experience in digitizing negatives, contact sheets, and photographic prints; i.e. fragile materials • Knowledge of best practices in handling and preservation of archival material • Knowledge of archival metadata standards and authorities such as DACS, and LCSH • Other skills include Microsoft Office, Photoshop, and an overall familiarity with Collection Management Systems • Knowledge or interest in New York history, preferably transportation history • Effective verbal and written communication skills • Strong organizational skills, and impeccable attention to detail • Ability to work independently APPLICATION: Qualified individuals interested in this position must apply by e-mail. Resume and cover letter should be sent as .doc or PDF to collections@nytransitmuseum.org Please specify subject heading as Project Archivist. Due to high volume of applicants, only those who qualify for an interview will be contacted.