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Archivist (Part-Time)

Location: Springfield, MO

Job ID: 56697

Nature of Work: To process manuscript collections, conduct research room services, and promote manuscript materials.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Accession, arrange, describe and otherwise process manuscript, photograph, audio-visual, oral histories, electronic records, and other research materials in accordance with standard and local principles and practices.
  • Assist in the appraisal of records and items within the collection. Maintain an accurate and complete collection description and inventory. Prepare reports and statistics on work progress.
  • Assist in the development of strategies for the preservation and reformatting of materials in the collection.
  • Conduct basic preservation of materials such as cleaning and mending of damaged papers.
  • Promote collections using social media platforms and SHSMO publications.
  • Continue education through attending conferences, seminars, and professional meetings.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in history, or related field and has archival experience in collecting, processing, description, preservation, and digitization of collections. Successful candidate is expected to have a master’s degree in History or Library Science or an equivalent combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and abilities can be acquired.
  • Should have experience with Microsoft Office and Adobe.
  • Excellent visual, communication, and public speaking skills.
  • Ability to lift and carry 35 to 40-pound boxes is mandatory.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Master’s degree in History or Library Science or an equivalent combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and abilities can be acquired.
  • Demonstrates understanding of archival standards.
  • Experience working with audio-visual materials.
  • Should have experience with Microsoft Office and Adobe.
  • Excellent visual, communication, and public speaking skills.