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Archivist, The Winthrop Group, New York, NY

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).

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.”