Lead Archivist

Description:

Key Responsibilities

• Survey archival collections and create a robust inventory for use by stakeholders
• Develop a processing plan for prioritized archival materials in alignment with project objectives and upcoming anniversary initiatives
• Facilitate access to collection materials by company staff and authorized, external researchers
• Conduct research, respond to reference requests and support content development for anniversary-related topics/themes
• Re-house and process archival materials in accord with professional best practices and local guidelines and procedures
• Flag confidential records and apply access restrictions in accord with established policies
• Identify materials for potential digitization
• Support digitization by third-party vendors, including preparing materials for transport, conducting quality control of digitized files, etc.
• Select and implement a Collections Management System (CMS) to improve access and collections management
• Create a plan, in collaboration with Winthrop colleagues, to support the ongoing development of the archives and expansion of its services
• Provide training and oversight for the Winthrop Archivist
• Meet with and provide regular updates to designated project liaison
• Work collaboratively with project stakeholders and Winthrop colleagues

Required Qualifications

• Master’s degree from an ALA-accredited library school or equivalent accredited degree with formal training in archival theory and practice
• Minimum of 3-5 years of professional experience working in an archives
• Minimum of 1 year in a leadership or supervisory role
• Project management experience
• Demonstrated archival processing experience and application of archival standards and best practices
• Demonstrated ability to work with a diverse group of non-archivist stakeholders
• Strong attention to detail and experience working with confidential records
• Knowledge of preservation and conservation standards for archival collections
• Ability to manage time effectively and efficiently, problem solve, and balance multiple priorities when completing challenging projects
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with a team and independently
• Experience interacting with a variety of stakeholders within a large corporate environment
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and archival Collections Management Systems
• Unwavering commitment to privacy and confidentiality
• Ability to lift boxes weighing up to 40 pounds