Metadata and Technical Services Archivist

Description

Smith College is accepting applications for a Metadata and Technical Services Archivist.  Reporting to the Director of Special Collections, this position will lead the Special Collections implementation of metadata standards and processing methodologies; develop and maintain policies and procedures for archival collection management consistent with nationally accepted standards; supervise digital workflow and training for Special Collections physical and digital content; and work closely with the Digital Strategies and Services staff.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education/Experience: Master’s degree from an ALA-accredited program or an advanced degree in a related disciplinary field with archival management coursework; Three years of experience with processing physical and digital collections, including the selection, processing and preservation of historical, valued, and sensitive documents; demonstrated understanding of issues related to digital records management and electronic records archiving. Experience as a project lead and as a peer trainer.