Project Archivist

(January 30, 2025)

Position Title - Project Archivist

Supervisor Title (All entry and mid-level position supervisors should be qualified, professional archivists.) - Supervised by the Library Director & Assistant Director

Position Type - Part-time, term

Benefits - No

Hourly wage range - $41 - $45

Millbrook Library is seeking a Project Archivist for a grant-funded initiative to preserve, arrange, and describe the Bennett College Collection (50 cubic linear feet). This collection documents the 90+ year history of Bennett College in Millbrook, NY, and includes papers, photographs, yearbooks, and assorted ephemera.

The Project Archivist will be responsible for processing the collection and creating a finding aid in Encoded Archival Description (EAD) format. This is a temporary position funded by the New York State Archives Documentary Heritage Program, requiring a total of 280 hours (approximately 10-15 hours per week), to be completed during normal business hours (Monday-Friday, 10 AM - 6 PM).

Responsibilities:

Appraisal and description of materials.

Writing, researching, and editing collection finding aid, Encoded Archival Description (EAD), and web content.

Re-housing collection materials into archival folders and boxes.

Working with library staff to document processing guidelines for future acquisitions.

Qualifications:

MLIS degree or currently enrolled student

Previous hands-on experience working with archival collections (including part-time positions, internships, etc.)

Familiarity with archival standards for preservation, arrangement, and description

Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.

Strong organization and time-management skills; attention to accuracy and detail is essential.

Location: Millbrook Library - 3 Friendly Lane Millbrook, NY 12545

Compensation: $45/hour

If interested, please send your resume and letter of interest to Courtney Tsahalis by emailing director@millbrooklibrary.org.

https://millbrooklibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Project-Archivist-Job-Posting.pdf

To apply please send Resume & Letter of Interest to director@millbrooklibrary.org