Digital Archivist, Carondelet Consolidated Archives, (St. Louis, MO)
Posted September 12, 2024
Position Summary
The Digital Archivist will work under the supervision of the Director of the Carondelet Consolidated Archives. The two primary responsibilities of the position are to create online digital exhibits with content from our collections and to archive digital records. Other responsibilities include assisting with digital preservation efforts, assisting with research requests and creating content for the blog and social media. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented and a multitasker with a working knowledge of digitization and metadata standards.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree
- Minimum of one year’s experience (or relevant graduate-level course work) working with archives and/or online digital collections
- Exceptional attention to detail and ability to perform repetitive tasks
- Knowledge of archival theory and practice for materials in all formats
- Knowledge of metadata and digitization standards
- Knowledge of digital preservation standards, e.g. NDSA recommended levels of preservation chart
- Familiarity with a variety of digital file types, e.g. JPEG, TIFF, MOV, MP4
- Experience with content management systems or institutional repositories
- Strong written, communication, problem-solving and planning skills
- Strong computer skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office, i.e. Word, Excel, Access
- Ability to work alone as well as in collaboration with others
- Ability to maintain confidentiality
- Passion for ministry and an appreciation and understanding of the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet mission, charism and heritage
Preferred Qualifications
- Master’s degree in Archives or Library Information Science or other related field
- Certification by the Academy of Certified Archivists
- Experience with PastPerfect Museum Software
- Knowledge of Catholicism, Catholic history in the United States and vowed religious life
Environment
In accordance with the Society of American Archivists’ Guidelines for Accessible Archives for People with Disabilities and out of consideration for those who are sensitive to smells and/or allergic to fragrances, the archives is a smoke-free and fragrance-free environment. Both employees and researchers should avoid wearing perfumes, colognes and other scented products onsite. A smoke-free/fragrance-free environment also helps protect the archival collections, which could absorb these elements over time and accelerate deterioration.
Accountability
The Digital Archivist is accountable to the Director of the Carondelet Consolidated Archives.
Status
Full-time 8-hour day shift, Monday through Friday; possibility for occasional remote work after successful completion of three-month probationary period.
Compensation
- $50,000 annually
- Health, dental and vision insurance
- 15 paid holidays, three weeks of paid vacation annually
- Retirement contribution after one year of employment
- Parental and sick leave
Location
Carondelet Consolidated Archives
Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet
6400 Minnesota Ave.
St. Louis, MO 63111
Equal opportunity employer
Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, non-gender identity, national origin, and/or veteran or disability status.
How to Apply
Send resume, cover letter and contact information for three professional references to Catherine Lucy, CA, Director of the Carondelet Consolidated Archives, [email protected] by October 4, 2024.