Project Archivist, The Winthrop Group, Rye, NY
Posted January 29, 2018
Project Archivist Contract Opportunity
Westchester County, Rye, NY
The Winthrop Group‘s Information and Archival Services Division has an immediate opening for a Project Archivist to help process a membership club’s organizational records.
This part-time position will consist of between three and four months of work. The Project Archivist will collaborate with the Winthrop Group team and with client staff, as required, to complete the work.
Position Requirements:
This position requires familiarity with archival principles, practices, and professional standards. The Project Archivist will be responsible for:
- Processing archival items
- Interfiling materials according to Record Series structures
- Capturing metadata
- Writing short descriptions for Finding Aid
Qualifications:
- MLS or MA in history with archival management certificate and/or experience
- Minimum of one year of work in an archival setting
- Experience with archival processing standards and procedures
- Effective communicator in writing and speaking
- Familiarity with use of database software for cataloging and access in archives.
- Self-directed, and ability to work cooperatively with clients and colleagues
- Attention to detail
Hours & Compensation:
Flexible hours, hourly rate based on experience and level of qualification.
Contact Information:
Please send a resume with names for three references including their titles, postal and email addresses, and telephone numbers to Elizabeth Fox: efoxcorbett@