Northwest Archivists
Processing Archivist - University of Washington
Northwest Archivists, Great Falls, Montana, United States, 59404
Processing Archivist - University of Washington
Benefits:
As a UW employee, you will enjoy generous benefits and work/life programs. For a complete description of our benefits for this position, please visit our website, click here.As a UW employee, you have a unique opportunity to change lives on our campuses, in our state and around the world. UW employees offer their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills and dedication to build stronger minds and a healthier world.Req #:
227319Department:
UW LIBRARIESJob Location:
Seattle CampusPosting Date:
10/05/2023Closing Info:
Open Until FilledSalary:
$5,953 - $7,500 per monthUnion Position:
YesShift:
First ShiftThe UW Libraries has an outstanding opportunity for a Processing Archivist.POSITION PURPOSEUnder the general direction of the Interim Director of Special Collections, the Processing Archivist works closely with the Accessioning Archivist to identify, organize, and process collections for all curatorial collecting areas.The archivist is responsible for coordinating the process of making new archival collections available for use by researchers by establishing rudimentary physical and intellectual control over the materials by recording brief information in a standard way. Once accessioned, initial processing occurs to create an inventory and/or description of the collection so that researchers can discover the materials by way of the library catalog or our consortial finding aid database, Archives West.The archivist is also responsible for helping set processing priorities and overseeing the work of student employees assigned to this work.DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESArchival Processing (70%)Organizes and rehouses manuscript materials. Assists in research of background information for collections. Uses an established template in XMetal XML editing software to enter collection information into an EAD (Encoded Archival Description) finding aid. Arranges and describes manuscript material and archival collections in all formats (paper, photographic, electronic, audiovisual, etc.). In collaboration with curators, develops processing plans for collections.Supervisory (20%)Trains and supervises the work of students, support staff, volunteers, and interns working on archival projects.Public Service (10%)Provides professional, technical, and subject-specific expertise and support to public services staff, researchers, and other department staff through reference guidance and consultation.MINIMUM REQUIREMENTSMaster’s degree with an archival focus or a domain-specific field, and 1 year of archival work experience OR Equivalent combination of education/experience.ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTSDemonstrated experience processing archival collections. Demonstrated technological expertise, including knowledge of MARC format and Encoded Archival Description (EAD), XMetal, XML, and other archival encoding systems.DESIRED QUALIFICATIONSFamiliarity with ArchivesWest and Orbis-Cascade Alliance archival practices. Experience providing reference services in a special collections or archival environment.COVER LETTER REQUIREMENTThis position requires a cover letter discussing your relevant experience as it relates to the position description.Committed to attracting and retaining a diverse staff, the University of Washington will honor your experiences, perspectives and unique identity.The University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.
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Benefits:
As a UW employee, you will enjoy generous benefits and work/life programs. For a complete description of our benefits for this position, please visit our website, click here.As a UW employee, you have a unique opportunity to change lives on our campuses, in our state and around the world. UW employees offer their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills and dedication to build stronger minds and a healthier world.Req #:
227319Department:
UW LIBRARIESJob Location:
Seattle CampusPosting Date:
10/05/2023Closing Info:
Open Until FilledSalary:
$5,953 - $7,500 per monthUnion Position:
YesShift:
First ShiftThe UW Libraries has an outstanding opportunity for a Processing Archivist.POSITION PURPOSEUnder the general direction of the Interim Director of Special Collections, the Processing Archivist works closely with the Accessioning Archivist to identify, organize, and process collections for all curatorial collecting areas.The archivist is responsible for coordinating the process of making new archival collections available for use by researchers by establishing rudimentary physical and intellectual control over the materials by recording brief information in a standard way. Once accessioned, initial processing occurs to create an inventory and/or description of the collection so that researchers can discover the materials by way of the library catalog or our consortial finding aid database, Archives West.The archivist is also responsible for helping set processing priorities and overseeing the work of student employees assigned to this work.DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESArchival Processing (70%)Organizes and rehouses manuscript materials. Assists in research of background information for collections. Uses an established template in XMetal XML editing software to enter collection information into an EAD (Encoded Archival Description) finding aid. Arranges and describes manuscript material and archival collections in all formats (paper, photographic, electronic, audiovisual, etc.). In collaboration with curators, develops processing plans for collections.Supervisory (20%)Trains and supervises the work of students, support staff, volunteers, and interns working on archival projects.Public Service (10%)Provides professional, technical, and subject-specific expertise and support to public services staff, researchers, and other department staff through reference guidance and consultation.MINIMUM REQUIREMENTSMaster’s degree with an archival focus or a domain-specific field, and 1 year of archival work experience OR Equivalent combination of education/experience.ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTSDemonstrated experience processing archival collections. Demonstrated technological expertise, including knowledge of MARC format and Encoded Archival Description (EAD), XMetal, XML, and other archival encoding systems.DESIRED QUALIFICATIONSFamiliarity with ArchivesWest and Orbis-Cascade Alliance archival practices. Experience providing reference services in a special collections or archival environment.COVER LETTER REQUIREMENTThis position requires a cover letter discussing your relevant experience as it relates to the position description.Committed to attracting and retaining a diverse staff, the University of Washington will honor your experiences, perspectives and unique identity.The University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.
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