Archivist, Winthrop Group, New York, NY
Posted September 20, 2022
Description:
The Winthrop Group has an immediate opening for a dynamic Archivist to work in New York City with a corporate client. This position offers the opportunity to participate in the ongoing development of a business archives for a 95+ year-old company.
Key Responsibilities
Under the supervision of a Winthrop Lead Archivist, the Archivist will:
- Process and catalog selected analog and born-digital records for ingest into the client’s CMS (Alfresco)
- Apply knowledge of electronic records and best practices to support efficient search, discoverability, and digital preservation of client’s records
- Add to an existing taxonomy utilizing defined vocabularies
- Conduct research and develop content for specified topics
- Perform regular quality assurance reviews to ensure accuracy of work completed
- Provide reference and research support for the client’s corporate archivist
- Meet weekly and submit progress updates to client
- Participate as an active member of a team
Qualifications:
- MLS/MLIS with a concentration in archives or other graduate degree with Certificate in Archival Studies or ACA certification
- Minimum of 2-3 years of experience with electronic records management and processing/cataloging archival records (paper and digital)
- Proficiency using Microsoft Excel and collections management systems
- Research and content development experience
- Ability to maintain a high level of accuracy and efficiency in order to meet deadlines
- Discretion and ability to handle confidential records and proprietary information
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Interest in continually expanding usefulness of services provided by the archives
- Willingness to evaluate outcomes and adjust work in response to shifting priorities
- Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with a team and work independently
- Ability to lift boxes weighing up to 40 lbs.
- Knowledge of basic preservation techniques for analog and digital materials
- Experience and/or interest in management consulting and/or business archives
Work Environment
The Archivist will work a minimum of three days per week in an office located in Manhattan’s Garment District. Once onboarded, there is a possibility of working remotely for 1-2 days per week. The individual must be comfortable working alone when necessary. Winthrop archivists must provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination and booster and abide by all client policies and CDC guidelines relating to the pandemic.
Compensation
Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications with strong benefits package. Winthrop full-time employees receive annual funds for professional development. This position will run through December 31, 2022 with the likely renewal of a 12-month contract extension (January 1 – December 31, 2023).
How to Apply:
To apply, please send a resume, cover letter, and contact information for three references to [email protected] with the subject line “Archivist – New York City.”