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Digital Collections Archivist

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The Hoover Institution at Stanford University is seeking qualified candidates for the full-time position of

Digital Collections Archivist . To ensure your application information is captured in our official files for immediate access to your resume, you must apply to

http://stanfordcareers.stanford.edu

and in the key word search box, indicate Requisition

# 104942 .A cover letter and resume are required for full consideration.WORKING TITLE: Digital Collections ArchivistJOB TITLE:

Librarian 1JOB CODE:

1781GRADE:

GEXEMPTION:

ExemptSALARY RANGE:

$81,546-$98,456TERM:

ContinuingWORK ARRANGEMENT:

HybridThe Hoover Institution Library & Archives (HILA) at Stanford University is hiring a

Digital Collections Archivist . The successful candidate will have the opportunity to play a key role in supporting the discovery and access of HILA's digital collections by carrying out workflows for the optimization, preservation, and dissemination of digital assets. We are looking for candidates who thrive in a collaborative work environment and are enthusiastic about implementing technology to improve the online use of digital content. This is a hybrid role based in Stanford, CA with a minimum of three days/week on campus, subject to operational need.JOB PURPOSE:The Digital Collections Archivist will support the online discovery and access of HILA's digital collections by carrying out workflows for the creation, optimization, preservation, and dissemination of digital assets. Reporting to the Digital Services Manager, the Digital Collections Archivist will assist in planning, coordinating, and troubleshooting digitization tasks and projects, liaising with colleagues in Description, Preservation, Engagement, and Digital Imaging. They will prepare, enhance, and ingest files for permanent preservation and online access, and support workflows for metadata creation and enhancement. Candidates should demonstrate experience in a broad range of digitization tasks, knowledge of archival principles and practices, and familiarity with project management tools and methods.CORE DUTIES:Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to maintain the flow of collection materials throughout the digitization workflows and project lifecycles, from design to completion.Monitor production progress, communicate project status and metrics, and maintain overall project documentation.Independently analyze problems and recommend solutions.Prepare digitized and born-digital objects for ingestion into digital repositories.Contribute to the organization, description, and dissemination of digital assets.Troubleshoot software errors and liaise with support staff.Perform quality control checks on digitized materials.Work with the project team to communicate project outputs through various channels.Provide reference support, technical guidance, and training.May assist with the archival processing and/or review of physical collection materials.Collaborate with Library & Archives staff on education and outreach activities.May supervise other support staff and student assistants.MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:Education & 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 library, or a combination of education and relevant experience.Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:Knowledge of relevant aspects of library operations.Evidence of strong interpersonal skills.Effective problem solving, analytical and organizational skills.Broad knowledge of library discovery environments and online resources.Strong verbal and written communication skills.Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:Familiarity with digital imaging and AV digitization quality standards.Experience cataloging and migrating digital assets.Knowledge of metadata schemas and encodings.Experience creating and executing scripted data transformations.Reading knowledge of a language other than English, particularly one of the following: Chinese, Japanese, Russian, Arabic, Persian, German.PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:Constantly sit, perform desk-based computer tasks.Frequently twist/bend/stoop/squat.Occasionally stand/walk, reach/work above shoulders.Must be able to push and maneuver a fully-loaded cart.WORKING CONDITIONS:May work in confined spaces and at heights; be exposed to dust and mold.May require some evening and weekend work.The expected pay range for this position is $81,546-$98,456 per annum.Stanford University provides pay ranges representing its good faith estimate of what the university reasonably expects to pay for a position. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on various factors.At Stanford University, base pay represents only one aspect of the comprehensive rewards package.The job duties listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this job classification and are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities.Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities.The Hoover Institution at Stanford University is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer.

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