[Sigdl-l] Digital Project Archivist- 2 year grant funded position at KSU

[DRESSLER, Virginia]

Hello SIGDL-


Please feel free to forward to interested persons. The application window for the position is fairly short, as we are hoping to get started on the project as soon as possible. Let me know if you have any questions.


Digital Project Archivist


This term position will manage and execute a 2 year grant-supported project to digitize selected portions of the May 4 collection at Kent State University in Kent, Ohio. It will oversee the preparation and digital capture of archival materials, and will perform metadata creation, quality assurance of files and descriptive data, and scanning of selected materials.


* Reviews finding aids associated with selected collections for accuracy. Edits and updates finding aids as needed
* Oversees scanning of selected collections according to archival standards and project specifications
* Scans special materials such as oversized or problematic items, as needed
* Creates metadata records for digital objects and uploads associated digital files into digital archive system
* Performs quality assurance checks on digital files and associated metadata
* Contributes to a collegial and constructive environment within University Libraries
* Embodies the highest professional standards
* Other duties as assigned


Minimum Qualifications

ALA-accredited MLS or MLIS degree

Academic library experience
Working knowledge of archival and special collections policies, procedures and best practices
Experience with a range of computer programs and technologies including but not limited to web editing, word processing, spreadsheets. digital capture hardware and software, and EAD


Preferred Qualifications
* Digital project management experience
* Experience using Omeka digital archive platform
* Experience with Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Acrobat and Microsoft Excel
* Knowledge of archival preservation procedures/protocols


More information and application information can be found here:


https://jobs.kent.edu/postings/10113

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-Virginia


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Virginia Dressler, MA, MLIS
Digital Projects Librarian
University Libraries
Kent State University
Kent, Ohio
(330) 672-1465
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