Digital Initiatives Archivist, UMass Boston, (Boston, MA)
Posted April 25, 2025
Job Description
Reporting to the University Archivist and Curator of Special Collections, the Digital Initiatives Archivist is responsible for managing the digital assets of the University Archives and Special Collections (UASC). This includes developing and implementing digital research and pedagogical initiatives that align with the goals of the Archives, the Library, and the University. The Digital Initiatives Archivist will oversee the accessioning, processing, description, preservation, and access to born-digital and digitized materials according to archival standards and best practices.
The Digital Initiatives Archivist supports the development of digital infrastructure and strategy in the Archives at UMass Boston, including the coordination of digitization projects, management of collection content databases, and implementation of digital preservation workflows. This position will collaborate with UASC staff to establish, streamline, and improve digital initiatives in strategic, efficient ways to enhance access to archival materials for research and instruction. The position will also contribute to advancing the outreach and engagement goals of the Archives, including assisting with aspects of archival instruction and participatory archiving programs that align with the incumbent’s expertise.
Position Duties
- Digital Collection Management
- Digital Preservation
- Digitization Projects
- Digital Initiatives for Instruction and Research
- Supervision and Training
Qualifications
- Master’s degree in library and information science (MLS/MLIS) from a program accredited by the American Library Association, or its appropriate equivalent in librarianship from another country, or appropriate equivalent degree, or in exceptional circumstances, have appropriate equivalent experience; and have qualifications appropriate to the specific job description.
- Anticipated: Librarian II-IV: https://fsu.umb.edu/sites/fsu.umb.edu/files/2023-2024%20FSU%20Agreement.pdf
- Demonstrated knowledge of digital archives tools and initiatives within an academic setting
- Demonstrated expertise or competence in at least five of the following areas:
- Digital preservation theory and practice
- Metadata standards and creation (Dublin Core, METS, MODS, etc.)
- Digital repository management
- Digital collection processing workflows
- Structured data modeling
- Archival description standards (DACS, EAD)
- Digitization standards and workflows
- Born-digital collection management
- Database design and management
- Digital humanities tools and methodologies
- Ability to work productively in both individual and team settings
- Excellent communication skills in instruction, oral presentations, and written documentation
- Ability to convey technical concepts and issues to non-specialists
- Experience integrating principles of equity, diversity, and inclusion into archival activities
Hours & Compensation
- Full-time
How to Apply
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Applications close: 01 Jul 2025 Eastern Daylight Time