Processing Archivist (Contract), Knights of Columbus Supreme Council Archives, (New Haven, CT)

Posted September 3, 2024

Summary: The Contract Processing Archivist will assist the Supreme Council Archivist in accessioning,
processing, and rehousing approximately 50 linear feet of unprocessed accessions. This position offers a
unique opportunity for those who have an interest in fraternal organizations, religious history, and/or
archives in museums. The successful candidate will contribute to the growth of an evolving corporate
archive that has reorganized and is migrating its database and finding aids to ArchivesSpace.

Preference will be given to archivists with a minimum of 1-3 years’ experience. Experience with corporate
archives is desirable.
The position is full time, Monday – Friday, 8:00 – 4:30.
The position will start approximately October 1, 2024, and will last for 1 year with the possibility of renewal.

Responsibilities: The Contract Processing Archivist will assist with a variety of archival tasks. The key
focus will be on the reduction of the accessioning backlog. Tasks include:
– Accessioning approximately 50 linear feet of corporate records, books, and ephemera.
– Preparing, completing, and filing all accession-related paperwork and creating accession records in ArchivesSpace.
– Processing and rehousing the physical assets.
– Preparation of import templates (in Excel) for ArchivesSpace, a content management system (CMS).
– Assisting with research requests.

Required Education, Skills, and Experience:
– Candidates should possess an MLIS/MIS from an ALA-accredited institution.
– Familiarity with archival best practices
– Experience with archival processing.
– Strong attention to detail.
– Demonstrated ability to analyze, organize, and prioritize.
– Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
– Familiarity with content management systems. Experience with ArchivesSpace highly desirable.
– All hires must pass a drug screening and background check before beginning work.

Working Conditions:
– On-site/office environment
– Moderate lifting (15-30 lbs)
– Monday – Friday Hours

Salary: $25-30/hour

How To Apply

View the full job description and submit cover letter and resume at https://careers.kofc.org/job/New-Haven-Processing-Archivist-%28Contractor%29-CT-06510/1169844200/ . Application materials are due by September 27, 2024, and will be reviewed on a rolling basis.