TITLE: Project Archivist
DEPARTMENT: Library
HOURS: Full time, 37.5 hours/week
Temporary, approximately 3 years
The Minneapolis Institute of Arts seeks an experienced archivist to
establish an archives/records management program for the museum. The
Project Archivist position is funded by a grant from the National Historical
Publications and Records Commission. Duties include: conduct an
institution-wide records survey and work with staff in creating records
disposition schedules; implement an arrangement and description project in a
manner consistent with standard professional archives practices, educate and
train staff on the archives program; assist in developing archival
guidelines, policies and procedures; collaborate with MIA staff in
contributing series level original cataloging of archival records to OCLC in
the MARC format and to also make them available in the local library online
catalog.
Requirements include: Masters Degree in Library Science or Master of Science
in Library and Information Science with substantial course work in archives
administration, or Masters in Archival Management (or comparable
equivalent); minimum of 3-5 years experience processing archives, preparing
finding aids, and working with institutional records within a records
management program; excellent writing and computer proficiency, including
Microsoft Word and Excel; good working familiarity with MARC 21, AACR2r,
LCSH, DACS and EAD; ability to lift 40 -45 pounds. Certified Archivist
preferred.
To apply, send a cover letter and resume to:
Attn: Human Resources
The Minneapolis Institute of Arts
2400 Third Avenue South
Minneapolis, MN 55404
FAX: (612) 870-3263
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