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Job Summary:

The Archivist will collect, organize, manage, care for, and digitize historically valuable collections stored in the AT&T Library and the Wolf Jazz Institute at Harris-Stowe State University. The archivist will be responsible for finding aids using 21st Century standards to digitize and encode metadata to make materials available online.

Principal Duties

• Organize archival records and develop system to enable access to the archival materials
• Create and maintain accessible retrieval computer archives and databases, incorporating 21st Century information storage technology
• Provide direct safekeeping of permanent records.
• Preserve all documents and objects, copying records to computer formats as necessary
• Direct activities of workers who assist in arranging collections of valuable materials
• Complies with library policies and procedures
• Preserves the original materials

Education and Experience Requirements:

• ALA-accredited Master’s Degree in Library Science (MLS) or Library and Information Science (MLIS) with an emphasis in Archival Studies
• Specialize in an area of history or technology, researching topics relevant to collection, and determine what should be retained or acquired
• Customer service experience
• Office environment experience
• Proficiency in using various technologies
• Library experience preferred, but not required

Other Skills:

• Excellent organizational and research skills, including accuracy and attention to detail
• Ability to write clear and concise descriptions of library materials
• Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communications skills
• Ability to work either individually or in a team
• Ability to focus on tasks
• Ability to learn new skills effectively and efficiently
• Ability to listen to patrons to help them with research topics or with finding materials
• Experience using Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)
• Demonstrated ability to multitask
• Able to effectively work with a diverse team of coworkers
• Must have an interest and knowledge of historical information
• The ability to use archive management software to index materials

Requirements:

• Ability to work some evenings and weekends
• Ability to push heavy carts and lift boxes
• Manual dexterity to use a computer keyboard
• Ability to see and read small print on labels

EOE Statement

Harris-Stowe State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status.