The Digital Archivist will work closely with all members of Special Collections to process, arrange, describe, and make available unique born digital and digitized archival materials. In particular, this position will work closely with the Digital Preservation Archivist and the Accessioning Archivist to manage digital materials in incoming acquisitions; with the Collections Archivist to manage the backlog of digital materials in legacy collections; and with collections Stewards to appraise digital content in potential future acquisitions.
REQUIRED SKILLS
- Digital Archives Specialist Certificate from the Society of American Archivists, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Minimum of two years of experience working in collection services and/or digitization services for archives, libraries, museums, and/or cultural heritage workspaces, inclusive of internships and relevant coursework.
- Familiarity with metadata standards, data structure standards, and models relevant to digital preservation and content description such as Dublin Core, PREMIS, METS, DACS, and similar.
- Experience with disk imaging, digital forensics tools such as Forensic Toolkit or BitCurator, and/or digital preservation management software.
- Knowledge of digital preservation theory, standards, and best practices.
- Ability to work in a team-based environment as well as be self-motivated.
- Excellent interpersonal, problem solving, and analytical skills, and an ability to communicate effectively with technical and non-technical users.
- Ability to adapt to, and thrive in, a quickly-changing work environment.
- Experience working with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
Preferred Qualifications
- Knowledge of a wide range of computer storage media, file systems, software, and file formats
- Familiarity with ArchivesSpace or other archival collections management software .
- Familiarity with ePadd or other email preservation and discovery tools
- Familiarity with Archive-It or other web archiving tools
- Familiarity with Preservica, Islandora, or other digital preservation platforms
- Familiarity with the configuration and operation of scanning equipment
- Ability to responsibly handle and safeguard rare and fragile materials
MLS or MLIS degree from an ALA-accredited program, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
For additional information or to apply, visit:
https://smithcollege.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/smithcollege/job/Digital-Archivist_R-202400215