Stanford University
Processing Archivist, American History Collections
Stanford University, California, Missouri, United States, 65018
Processing Archivist, American History Collections
Title: Processing Archivist, American History CollectionsLocation: Stanford Redwood City campusLevel: Librarian 2, 100% FTEDept.: Department of Special Collections & University Archives, Stanford LibrariesReports to: Processing Archivist for Small/Medium CollectionsJob Purpose:Stanford Libraries is seeking a full-time, non-career track fixed term position for 3 years to join the Department of Special Collections and serve as a Processing Archivist for American History Collections. The Processing Archivist will arrange, describe, and preserve these collections. They may also assist with online exhibits, oversee digitization projects, and create item- and folder-level metadata for digitized and born-digital objects.Core Duties:Execute the assessment, arrangement, rehousing, and description of all archival materials in primarily American history collections according to standards such as DACS or ISAD(G).Survey collections and formats and determine the level of descriptive detail necessary to facilitate discovery and access.Personally accession, catalog, and process archival materials.Identify materials appropriate for temporary transfer to Conservation; coordinate that work in collaboration with the Assistant Director and Lead Archivist and track it via JIRA.Determine appropriate discovery and access mechanisms for processed collections.Complete end-processing activities such as labeling and barcoding containers and updating bibliographic and item records in FOLIO/OCLC Connexion.Create, update, and publish EAD XML finding aids using ArchivesSpace.Transfer materials to/from storage in collaboration with other staff.Create descriptive metadata for digitized materials and ingest into the Stanford Digital Repository.Work independently and make judgments and recommendations about content appraisal and access and report to the immediate supervisor on critical decisions.Manage time to complete and oversee the organization and description of assigned collections.Publish articles on project discoveries and updates on SUL blogs or Instagram accounts.Assist American & British History Curator with in house or online exhibits.Perform other duties as assigned.MINIMUM REQUIREMENTSEducation and Experience:Advanced Degree in Library Science or a relevant academic discipline with demonstrated understanding of academic libraries and two or more years of relevant experience in a relevant library setting or a combination of education and relevant experience.Minimum Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:Experience with relevant aspects of library operations including understanding of contemporary library practices, trends and emerging technologies for managing, processing, and providing access to archival collections in analog and digital formats.Experience assessing, arranging, and describing archival collections that include multiple formats.Familiarity with collections management and tracking applications, e.g. ArchivesSpace and Aeon.Consistent display of excellent verbal and written communication skills, including strong presentation skills.Ability to independently perform complex job functions such as collection management reviews, preparation of major exhibits, developing policies for business practices.Ability to collaborate and negotiate issues with people from different parts of the library and outside the library, including collection curators and creators.Ability to identify challenges and opportunities, engage others in their resolution, and recommend appropriate courses of action.Demonstrated ability to evaluate and improve online resources in terms of content quality, functionality, and user interface issues.Evidence of engagement in relevant professional or academic communities.Physical Requirements:Constantly sit, perform desk-based computer tasks.Occasionally stand/walk, twist/bend/stoop/squat, kneel/crawl, grasp lightly/fine manipulation, grasp forcefully, lift/carry/push/pull objects that weigh up to 10 pounds.Rarely use a telephone, operate hand controls.Must be able to push and maneuver a fully loaded cart weighing up to 650 pounds that requires an initial push force up to 50 pounds.Working Conditions:May work in confined spaces and at heights 4-10 feet; be exposed to dust and mold; work extended hours, evenings and weekends.Stanford is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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Title: Processing Archivist, American History CollectionsLocation: Stanford Redwood City campusLevel: Librarian 2, 100% FTEDept.: Department of Special Collections & University Archives, Stanford LibrariesReports to: Processing Archivist for Small/Medium CollectionsJob Purpose:Stanford Libraries is seeking a full-time, non-career track fixed term position for 3 years to join the Department of Special Collections and serve as a Processing Archivist for American History Collections. The Processing Archivist will arrange, describe, and preserve these collections. They may also assist with online exhibits, oversee digitization projects, and create item- and folder-level metadata for digitized and born-digital objects.Core Duties:Execute the assessment, arrangement, rehousing, and description of all archival materials in primarily American history collections according to standards such as DACS or ISAD(G).Survey collections and formats and determine the level of descriptive detail necessary to facilitate discovery and access.Personally accession, catalog, and process archival materials.Identify materials appropriate for temporary transfer to Conservation; coordinate that work in collaboration with the Assistant Director and Lead Archivist and track it via JIRA.Determine appropriate discovery and access mechanisms for processed collections.Complete end-processing activities such as labeling and barcoding containers and updating bibliographic and item records in FOLIO/OCLC Connexion.Create, update, and publish EAD XML finding aids using ArchivesSpace.Transfer materials to/from storage in collaboration with other staff.Create descriptive metadata for digitized materials and ingest into the Stanford Digital Repository.Work independently and make judgments and recommendations about content appraisal and access and report to the immediate supervisor on critical decisions.Manage time to complete and oversee the organization and description of assigned collections.Publish articles on project discoveries and updates on SUL blogs or Instagram accounts.Assist American & British History Curator with in house or online exhibits.Perform other duties as assigned.MINIMUM REQUIREMENTSEducation and Experience:Advanced Degree in Library Science or a relevant academic discipline with demonstrated understanding of academic libraries and two or more years of relevant experience in a relevant library setting or a combination of education and relevant experience.Minimum Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:Experience with relevant aspects of library operations including understanding of contemporary library practices, trends and emerging technologies for managing, processing, and providing access to archival collections in analog and digital formats.Experience assessing, arranging, and describing archival collections that include multiple formats.Familiarity with collections management and tracking applications, e.g. ArchivesSpace and Aeon.Consistent display of excellent verbal and written communication skills, including strong presentation skills.Ability to independently perform complex job functions such as collection management reviews, preparation of major exhibits, developing policies for business practices.Ability to collaborate and negotiate issues with people from different parts of the library and outside the library, including collection curators and creators.Ability to identify challenges and opportunities, engage others in their resolution, and recommend appropriate courses of action.Demonstrated ability to evaluate and improve online resources in terms of content quality, functionality, and user interface issues.Evidence of engagement in relevant professional or academic communities.Physical Requirements:Constantly sit, perform desk-based computer tasks.Occasionally stand/walk, twist/bend/stoop/squat, kneel/crawl, grasp lightly/fine manipulation, grasp forcefully, lift/carry/push/pull objects that weigh up to 10 pounds.Rarely use a telephone, operate hand controls.Must be able to push and maneuver a fully loaded cart weighing up to 650 pounds that requires an initial push force up to 50 pounds.Working Conditions:May work in confined spaces and at heights 4-10 feet; be exposed to dust and mold; work extended hours, evenings and weekends.Stanford is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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