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Archivist Job Summary
We are looking for an experienced Archivist to help maintain our archive of historical documents. Your primary responsibilities will be to ensure the proper organization and storage of the documents while minimizing the risk of damage. When necessary, you will also oversee the digitizing of certain articles to make them more easily accessible to researchers and the public. Our ideal applicant has a bachelor’s degree in library science and several years of professional experience working in an archive.
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Archivist Duties and Responsibilities
- Locate and acquire historical documents
- Digitize documents
- Control access and establish handling protocol
- Organize all documents for easy access
Archivist Requirements and Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in library science
- 2+ years of archival experience a plus
- Archival experience
- Keen eye for detail
- Strong organizational skills