Project Archivist (FIXED TERM)

University Of Southern California

Job Location:

Los Angeles, CA - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 71887 - 78000

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

PROJECT ARCHIVIST (Fixed Term)

University of Southern California Libraries

The University of Southern California (USC) founded in 1880 is located in the heart of downtown L.A. and is the largest private employer in the City of Los Angeles. As an employee of USC you will be a part of a world-class research university and a member of the Trojan Family which is comprised of the faculty students and staff that make the university a great place to work.

Job Description:

The University of Southern California (USC) Libraries is seeking a Project Archivist (FIXED TERM) to join the Technical Services and Collection Development unit. Reporting to the Accessioning Archivist the Project Archivist will survey arrange and describe the Second Baptist Church Los Angeles (SBCLA) records comprising approximately 130 linear feet of SBCLAs organizational records created between 1900 and 2015.

The Project Archivist will process the SBCLA records at the folder level and create a DACS-compliant finding aid using collaboration with USC Libraries and SBCLA stakeholders the archivist will help ensure that the finding aids description and terminology accurately reflect the historical context of the materials in the collection. Lastly the Project Archivist will coordinate the migration of digital assets and prepare a separate finding aid for a related collection of digitized audio recordings documenting the SBCLAs history.

This is a grant-funded position with a fixed term of one year.

Responsibilities and Duties

Surveys arranges and describes the Second Baptist Church Los Angeles (SBCLA) records at the folder level
Creates DACS-compliant finding aids for the SBCLA records and a related collection of digitized audio recordings using ArchivesSpace
Employs national international and local standards for describing and enabling discovery of archival holdings
Ensures appropriate preservation measures are taken for long-term stability of materials
Separates and restricts access to collection materials with privacy concerns
Contributes to project reports and documentation as required by the USC Libraries and the projects granting agency
Collaborates with USC Libraries staff and SBCLA stakeholders on outreach and engagement opportunities related to the collection

Preferred Qualifications

Master of Library and Information Science (MLIS) degree from an ALA-accredited program or non-U.S. equivalent
Experience using ArchivesSpace to create finding aids
Experience with project management strategies and tools
Familiarity with the 2020 Guidelines for Efficient Archival Processing in the University of California Libraries (Version 4) published by the UCLA Library
Familiarity with approaches to processing and describing digital archival holdings

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelors degree
Two years of experience processing archival materials
Considerable specialized knowledge of contemporary archival and records management principles and practices
Knowledge of and experience with preservation standards and procedures for archival materials
Demonstrated interpersonal project management analytical and research skills
Experience working with electronic records and databases
In addition the successful candidate must demonstrate through ideas words and actions a strong commitment to USCs Unifying Values.

The annual base salary range for this position is $. When determining an offer the University of Southern California considers factors such as the scope and responsibilities of the role the candidates experience education training key skills internal peer alignment applicable laws contractual requirements grant funding and market conditions.

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Minimum Education:
Bachelors degree

Additional Education Requirements
Combined experience/education as substitute for minimum education

Minimum Experience:
2 years

Minimum Skills:
Considerable specialized knowledge of contemporary archival and records management principles and practices.
Knowledge or background in preservation management.
Demonstrated interpersonal project management analytical and research skills.
Requires computer skills and ability to work with electronic records and databases.
Experience utilizing digital reproduction technologies such as scanners and digital cameras for preservation.

Preferred Education:
Masters degree

Preferred Experience:
3 years

Additional Preferred Skills:
Experience as an archivist or special collections curator.
Training and experience in conducting research in primary and secondary sources.
Supervisory ability and experience.

USC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin protected veteran status disability or any other characteristic protected by law or USC policy. USC observes affirmative action obligations consistent with state and federal law. USC will consider for employment all qualified applicants with criminal records in a manner consistent with applicable laws and regulations including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for employers and the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance and with due consideration for patient and student safety. Please refer to theBackground Screening Policy Appendix Dfor specific employment screen implications for the position for which you are applying.

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