Project Archivist, Lenox Library Association, (Lenox, MA)

Posted October 22, 2026

Job Description

The LLA is excited to announce that we’re looking for an Archivist to join our team! We’re seeking a detail-oriented, passionate individual who values preserving history, caring for archival collections, and making the past accessible for future generations.

Interested in helping preserve and share our history? We’d love to hear from you!

Using existing in-house collection inventories and related documentation, the Project Archivist will generate a provisional or basic list of all special collections, with the primary purpose of establishing overall intellectual control and security and supporting planning for preservation, collection policy decisions, processing priorities, and the creation of detailed or structured comprehensive archival finding aids.

Position Duties

Identify materials that are not formally or accurately accessioned.
Document the condition of materials and identify missing collection information.
Provide input on the deaccessioning of materials.
Provide a final report outlining key findings and recommendations.

Create a written inventory with brief catalog entries on important works relating to Town of Lenox art, history, and culture. This inventory will be developed into a searchable finding aid for the LLA’s archival and special collections.

The goal is to understand the breadth and scope of the collections to determine next steps for their preservation and proper care, as well as to facilitate access to materials in person and online for scholars and the general public.

Qualifications

Master’s degree in Library and Information Science or an allied field from an accredited institution.
Minimum of two years of hands-on experience at an organization preserving, arranging, and describing archival collections.
Minimum of two years of experience preparing preliminary inventories and catalogs of archival and special collections, using national data standards.
Experience arranging and describing archival collections using national data standards such as DACS, EAD, LCSH, and MODS.
Ability to work independently and incorporate knowledge gained from previous archival work experiences to inform decisions and complete tasks.

Hours & Compensation

The Project Archivist is required to work at the Lenox Library for a total of 4 days, or 28 hours per week, for 6 months, with the possibility of an extension.

Beginning date of the project: January 2027
End date of the project: June 2027, with the possibility of an extension pending availability of funding.

Rate of Pay: $35 per hour

How to Apply:

To learn more about this position and to apply, please visit the official job posting, linked here.