Archivist, Winthrop Group, (Poughkeepsie, NY)
Posted August 25, 2023
The Winthrop Group has an opening for a full-time Archivist to inventory, photograph, and fully describe a large collection of artifacts. This position offers the opportunity to gain experience working in a dynamic business archives at one of the world’s largest and most influential technology companies.
The Archivist will work independently with the artifacts while maintaining a close collaboration with the Archives team. Although prior interest in machines and computers is not mandatory, we are seeking a professional who is eager to develop into a subject matter expert on the artifact collection. Work will be carried out five days a week at the company’s facility in Poughkeepsie, New York. We anticipate that the Archivist will begin working on-site in September.
Key Responsibilities
- Responsible for the assessment, cataloging and physical care of the artifact collection including documentation, storage, movement, relocation, and conservation
- Inventory, photograph and fully describe approximately 3,000 artifacts
- Collaborate with colleagues to develop effective workflows and best practices aligned with collection requirements and user needs
- Manage location of all artifacts including maintenance of exhibit and loan documentation
- Ensure the long-term preservation of all artifacts
- Monitor collection conditions and identify any required conservation actions
- Assist in the receipt of artifacts/collections from donors
- Support exhibitions and conduct tours, as directed
- Comfortable working within a warehouse environment
How to Apply
For more information and to apply, please go to the following: http://winthropgroup.com/about/page/career-opportunities#archivist-poughkeepsie