Digital Archivist Role: Preserving the Past for Future Generations

6 days ago


Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States Carnegie Mellon University Full time

Carnegie Mellon University Libraries is seeking a skilled Digital Archivist to join its esteemed team of experts in digital preservation and curation. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the development, implementation, and maintenance of the Carnegie Mellon University Archives' born-digital program.

The successful candidate will be responsible for developing policies and procedures for accessioning, ingesting, preserving, managing, and providing access to electronic records. They will also work closely with colleagues focused on digitization, digital strategies, and infrastructure to develop policies and procedures for managing digital records and integrate them into existing projects and programs.

This role requires a strong understanding of digital preservation standards and best practices, as well as experience working with archival management systems, such as ArchivesSpace and/or Islandora. The ideal candidate will have a graduate degree in library/information science (with a focus on archives or digital preservation) and enthusiasm for developing as a professional.

In this dynamic environment, you will collaborate with a talented team of librarians, archivists, and technologists to preserve and provide access to the university's rich cultural heritage. You will also have the opportunity to engage with larger communities of practice related to digital preservation, software preservation, collections as data, and digital archives.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Develop and implement policies and procedures for the transfer, appraisal, ingest, preservation, and management of born-digital records.
  • Work with library faculty and staff to support university priorities and meet the wide range of preservation and records management needs on campus.
  • Process and describe born-digital materials in collaboration with colleagues.
  • Lead efforts to archive websites, social media, and other web-based content.
  • Establish procedures and policies for access to born-digital materials.
Requirements:
  • A competitive annual salary of $83,500, commensurate with experience.
  • Professional development and travel funds.
  • Generous health, tuition, and retirement benefits.
  • A dedication to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging.

About CMU Libraries:

The Carnegie Mellon University Libraries is the destination for scholarly information, creative inquiry, and intellectual collaboration across disciplines. We accelerate research and discovery and lead the way in open access to information and data.



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