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Archivist, American Academy of Arts and Sciences

Description:

Founded in 1780, the American Academy of Arts and Sciences is an independent policy research center that conducts multidisciplinary studies of complex and emerging problems. The American Academy seeks an Archivist to direct its archival program. The American Academy is located in Cambridge, Massachusetts.

Responsibilities:

The Archivist will be responsible for all aspects of department work, including processing, cataloging, digitization, and conservation of collections; records management; exhibitions; fund-raising; and supervision of staff.

Position Type:

Full time

Qualifications:

• Masters or Doctorate in library/information science with a concentration in archives management, or MA/MS/PhD in research oriented, historically related field (American History, American Studies), with training or equivalent experience in archive management.
• Experience with MARC, DACS, XML, EAD, and other current metadata format standards, content standards, and element sets.
• Knowledge of and experience with digitizing methods.
• Extensive knowledge of contemporary archival and records management principles and practices.
• Experience in grant writing and fundraising for archives.
• Knowledge of archives management software; familiarity with CuadraStar Archives especially desirable.
• Computer proficiency in Microsoft Office suite and MS Access.
• Extensive knowledge of creating and maintaining databases.
• Experience in planning and design of exhibitions.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and prioritization skills.
• Attention to detail and accuracy with information.
• Discretion with confidential information.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize work and meet deadlines, and supervise archives staff and interns.
• Ability to make judgments and recommendations about content appraisal.
• Familiarity with rare documents and their preservation.
• Minimum of eight years experience, with supervisory responsibilities.

Compensation:

A competitive compensation and benefits package will be provided for the outstanding candidate.

Application Process:

Please email or mail a resume and cover letter to:
Emily DeLuca, Human Resources Specialist
American Academy of Arts and Sciences
136 Irving Street
Cambridge, MA 02138
Email: staffing@amacad.org

Our web site is http://www.amacad.org

The American Academy of Arts and Sciences is an Equal Opportunity Employer.