Archivist

1 week ago

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States Masonic Library and Museum of Pennsylvania Full time
About the Role

The Masonic Library and Museum of Pennsylvania is seeking an experienced Archivist to join our team. As an Archivist, you will be responsible for the acquisition, cataloging, and preservation of historical documents and artifacts.

Key Responsibilities
  • Authenticate and appraise historical documents and archival materials
  • Preserve and maintain documents and objects
  • Create and manage a system to maintain and preserve electronic records
  • Organize and classify archival records to make them easy to search through
  • Safeguard records by creating film and digital copies
  • Direct workers to help arrange, exhibit, and maintain collections
  • Set and administer policy guidelines concerning public access to materials
  • Find and acquire new materials for the archives
  • Classify and catalogue the archival assets of the museum
  • Coordinate with historians and fellow archivists in assessing the authenticity of newly included ancient or history documents in the museum's collection
  • Mentor and manage new museum staff in the histories behind exhibited documents
  • Source and acquire items to enrich the museum's archival collections
  • Coordinate with the museum's security in using the best technologies to secure and protect specific and overall museum archival collections
  • Conduct lectures on new document finds and publish write-ups on them
  • Coordinate with relevant experts in the restoration and preservation of delicate museum artifacts
  • Conduct research work on newly discovered historic and cultural manuscripts in the museum's collection
  • Oversee production of museum promotional and informational literatures
Requirements
  • A Bachelor's degree in history, archeology, or any of the social sciences is basic
  • A Master's degree in the antiquities is preferred
  • 5-7 years of experience in related archival discipline is an advantage
  • Excellent computer literacy in using museum database systems
About Us

The Masonic Library and Museum of Pennsylvania is a national historic landmark in the heart of Philadelphia. We pride ourselves on preserving artifacts, past, present, and future of Freemasonry in all its aspects. We offer industry-leading benefits, competitive pay rates, tuition and educational reimbursement, and the opportunity to learn about the craftsmanship of the builders and workers who have cared for our historic structure for over 100 years.

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