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Job Posting Title
Digital Archives Assistant
Job Description Summary
Administrative Exempt
Job Description
The Digital Archives Assistant works collaboratively with Archives and Digital Collections staff to further strategic goals related to digitized and born-digital Archives materials. This position supports the work of the Wellesley College Archives in the digitization, processing, and description of both physical and born-digital materials. The incumbent ensures the long-term integrity and accessibility of digital records through technical processing and metadata management.
The Digital Archives Assistant reports to the College Archivist and works closely with the Assistant Archivist. This position also collaborates closely with other staff in the Library Collections Group who are responsible for the management, digitization, and preservation of the Archives’ digitized and born-digital assets.
Wellesley College is a private, nonprofit liberal arts college for women founded in 1870 and opened for classes in 1875. The College Archives holds more than 7,000 linear feet of materials in a variety of formats and serves researchers throughout the Wellesley community and around the world.
Primary Position Responsibilities:
Accessions and processes physical and born-digital materials. Uses JSTOR Digital Stewardship Services, ArchivesSpace, and other platforms to create and manage metadata and ensure access to digitized and born-digital materials.
Assists in the management of Clapp Library’s digitization facility, including working with student digitization staff, to ensure that work is completed in accordance with existing strategic plans, workflows, and quality control standards.
Assists in responding to incoming research requests for digital versions of Archives materials by coordinating digitization and access.
Basic Qualifications:
Master’s degree in library science, history, or related field with a specialization or significant coursework in archives, OR graduate degree in any field with demonstrated knowledge of archives, such as Certified Archivist status or post-graduate training.
Demonstrated experience with digital asset management workflows.
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without employer’s sponsorship now or in the future
Skills and Abilities:
Ability to manage large-scale projects, including developing workflows, writing documentation, and maintaining quality control.
Six months of full time or equivalent experience with processing archival collections, including digitized or born-digital materials.
Experience with digitization workflows, equipment and procedures. Prior experience with large scale digitization projects.
Knowledge of or experience with standard archival principles and practices, especially metadata standards (DACS, EAD, DC, MODS, LCSH) and best practices for processing analog and digital collections
Experience with ArchivesSpace or other archives collection management software. Experience with repository platforms such as JSTOR Digital Stewardship Services.
Ability to lift boxes weighing up to 40 lbs.
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Experience working in college/university archives
Experience conducting research in archival collections
Experience working with users in archives or libraries, or other customer service experience
Commitment to issues surrounding diversity, equity and inclusion.
Salary:
The pay range for this role is $60,000.00 - $70,000.00
Company Description and Benefits
Wellesley’s mission is to provide an excellent liberal arts education to women who will make a difference in the world. We advance our mission by working together as a community—faculty, students, staff, and alumnae.
Embark on a fulfilling career journey at Wellesley College, where we prioritize your well-being and professional growth. As a valued member of our team, you'll enjoy a comprehensive array of benefits and resources designed to enhance both your work-life balance and long-term success.
Competitive Compensation: Experience competitive wages ensuring your dedication is recognized and rewarded.
Exceptional Benefits Package: Access a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision and pre-tax saving benefits, life insurance, disability coverage, and more to safeguard your health and that of your loved ones.
Commuting and Transportation: Enjoy the convenience of free parking on our picturesque campus, easily accessible from major roadways. We are also accessible via the MBTA commuter rail.
Paid Time Off: Take advantage of paid vacations, personal days, sick time, and holidays to recharge and maintain a healthy work-life harmony.
Retirement Savings: Plan for the future with our retirement savings plan. Wellesley College contributes up to 10.5% towards your 403(b) plan for eligible employees
Work/Life and Wellness: A hybrid work environment for select positions (additional details will be provided during the interview process), caregiving support through Wellthy, legal plan insurance, pet insurance discount and a variety of other resources including retirement planning, and access to cultural and leisure activities throughout metro-Boston.
Professional Development: Enhance your skills and explore growth opportunities through continuing training and pathways for growth within our supportive environment.
Tuition and Education Benefits: Invest in your education with tuition benefits, and access resources to navigate student loan forgiveness, reinforcing our commitment to your ongoing learning.
Campus Privileges: Enjoy free use of our state-of-the-art athletic and fitness facilities with onsite fitness classes, Library resources, and seize opportunities to attend diverse campus events that contribute to a vibrant community.
Apply today and take your first step toward a rewarding career with Wellesley College – where your unique strengths and success are celebrated as part of our shared commitment to inclusivity!
Worker Sub-Type
Administrative
Time Type
Full time
EEO Statement
At Wellesley, we embrace and honor difference and diversity. We believe the best ideas—the best solutions—draw on a range of voices, perspectives, and experiences. As a college, and as a community, we are dedicated to assuring that all members of the Wellesley community have an equal opportunity to flourish.
Wellesley College is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals in hiring and advancement based on any legally protected status. Candidates who believe they can contribute to the College community are encouraged to apply.
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