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Project Archivist
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Position Information
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| Description: |
Position Description: This project entails work with archival
materials in the custody of the National Park Service, a Federal
government agency, funded under a cooperative agreement with the
National Parks of New York Harbor Conservancy. The project will be
located primarily on Staten Island, within walking distance of public
transportation. We seek a full-time project archivist for a multi-year
project beginning late 2009. Appointment will be on a consulting basis
for an initial term ending June 30, 2010, with possibility of renewal
for up to two more years.
Duties: Reporting directly to the Lead Archivist, the project
archivist will be responsible for the arrangement, rehousing,
description and digitization of historical records, which comprise
approximately 105 linear feet of textual records, oversize drawings and
maps, photographs, books and other printed material. The project
archivist will supervise 1-2 archives technicians.
Schedule: 9:00-5:00, M-F.
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| Requirements: |
Qualifications: Strong preference will be given to candidates with a
master?s degree in library science or history with concentration in
archives, and experience in processing 18th - 20th century manuscripts
and organizational records. Consideration will be given to candidates
with comparable combination of education and experience. Knowledge of
American history required. Excellent organizational skills and
competence in Word and Excel required. Working knowledge of
preservation management standards and procedures required. Experience
with digitization and familiarity with ReDiscovery (ANCS+) cataloging
system desirable. Must be able to work efficiently and independently.
Must be able to lift record cartons weighing up to 40 pounds.
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Deadline: Interviews begin November 2009. Position is open until
filled, but appointment in late 2009 is anticipated. |
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Salary Information:
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Compensation: Full time contract employee fee-based work, $54,000 annually, no benefits. A 1099 will be issued at year end for gross compensation paid and all government taxes, etc. will be your responsibility. |
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Contact Information
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Mimi Bowling, Consulting Archivist |
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mimibowling@comcast.net |
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No phone calls, please. |
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October 22, 2009 |
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National Parks of New York Harbor Conservancy |
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http://www.nyharborparks.org/ |
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