Temporary Digital Information, Records, Archives & Cataloging Specialist, ACCUFILE, INC., (Boston, MA)

Posted December 15, 2025

Job Description

Accufile is seeking a skilled Records & Digital Information Specialist to support our nonprofit client through a major records cleanup, archival transition, and digital organization project within a library environment. This role is ideal for someone with a strong background in records lifecycle management, metadata, cataloging, and digital systems – paired with the technical confidence to work behind the scenes on platforms such as SharePoint or similar content management systems.

This position is a unique opportunity to contribute to a mission-driven nonprofit while helping modernize and stabilize its records infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities

• Records Cleanup & Lifecycle Management
  • Conduct a full review, cleanup, and organization of physical and digital records.
  • Implement lifecycle and retention schedules that meet professional standards.
  • Assist with completing a comprehensive transition of legacy files into updated systems.
• Digital Systems & Back-End Organization
  • Work with back-end components of document management systems (e.g., SharePoint, network drives, or similar platforms).
  • Improve folder structures, metadata, tagging, permissions, and user accessibility.
  • Provide recommendations for long-term sustainability of digital workflows.
• Library Archives & Cataloging Support
  • Apply archival and cataloging principles to sort, classify, and prepare materials.
  • Maintain inventories, controlled vocabularies, and documentation.
  • Ensure archival processes align with nonprofit and library standards.
• Training, Documentation & Community Building
  • Develop clear documentation for new workflows and recordkeeping processes.
  • Train staff on proper records management practices and digital tools.
  • Foster a culture of information sharing and consistent record hygiene across the organization.

Job Requirements

• MLS or MLIS degree from an ALA-accredited program,
  OR equivalent professional experience in:
  • cataloging
  • archival processing
  • records management
  • SharePoint or digital content systems
  • library technical services
    within an academic or nonprofit library setting. 
• Strong understanding of records lifecycle principles and digital organization.
• Experience working with metadata, taxonomies, retention schedules, and file classification systems.
• Back-end familiarity with SharePoint, content management systems, or digital repository tools.
• Excellent communication, training, and collaboration skills.
• High attention to detail, organization, and ability to manage competing priorities.

Preferred Experience

• Work in library technical services, archives, or information management.
• Experience with large-scale records cleanup or digital migration projects.
• Knowledge of best practices for digital preservation and sustainable workflows.

How to Apply

To apply for this position, see the website here: https://accufilecareers.recruitee.com/o/temporary-digital-information-records-archives-cataloging-specialist