Processing Archivist (Librarian I)
The Processing Archivist for the Newcomb Archives and Vorhoff Collection at the Newcomb Institute assists the Head of Archives Management and Strategies with overseeing the storage, intellectual organization, and long-term preservation and access of collections, including born digital and digitized materials. They work with other members of Newcomb Archives staff to plan and implement archival processing projects including actively maintaining and improving already processed materials. Under the guidance of the Head of Archives Management and Strategies, the Processing Archivist appraises, arranges, describes, preserves, and provides access to archival collections of varying sizes and formats, including paper-based media, audiovisual, digital archives, and graphic and photographic materials. The Processing Archivist will adhere to locally documented archival standards and best practices to create DACS-compliant finding aids using the archival content management system ArchivesSpace. They process new and legacy collections and supervise processing projects done by archives staff. They contribute to creating and documenting policies, procedures, and workflows that are user-centered and transparent that facilitate efficient arrangement, description, and access to collections. They will be active in improving access to collections by creating inventories, shelf lists and transportation schedules for all collections stored in all Newcomb Archives Active Storage Locations. The Processing Archivist will collaborate with the Archivist for Public Engagement and Research Services to promote and improve the visibility, access, and use of Newcomb Archives collections.
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