Archivist Specialist (Florida International University)

Job Opening ID - 532585

Job Summary:

Reviews, processes, and arranges the Special Collections and University Archives records under the supervision of the Head of Special Collections and University Archives. Performs high level research for organization and description and detailed data entry into an Archival Management System according to standard archival practices and procedures to provide access to archival materials.

• Serves as information expert for archival materials and services. Processes collections for Special Collections and the University Archives material (appraise, arrange, research and describe, repackage, and provide access). Digitizes textual and image records using flatbed digital imaging hardware (EPSON large flatbed scanner) and image processing software (Adobe Photoshop).
• Assists with the coordination and management of multimedia and historical documents and applies knowledge of specialized subject area(s) and project management. Creates finding aids and performs specialized data entry into and maintenance of archival management system.
• Advises and assists researchers in the use of archival materials in research activities. Interprets requirements and consults on archival information. Provides in-person and online reference assistance to patrons using Special Collections and the University Archives material. (retrieving materials, scanning materials, copying videos).
• Works with student assistants, under the direction of the Head of Special Collections.
• Serves on libraries' and university committees and contributes to other relevant activities and events.
• Provides metadata access to materials in collections. Follows federal, state, and local policies and procedures pertaining to archival materials.
• Assists in the creation and promotion of exhibits, publications, presentations, etc.

 Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED and eight (8) years of related experience or Bachelor's degree and four (4) years of related experience.

Desired Qualifications: 

• Experience with Microsoft Office.
• Experience with ArchivesSpace Content Management System. 

•  Criminal Background Check

Other Information:

• Ability to work evenings and weekends.
• Ability to work flexible hours as needed.

For further information or to apply, please visit careers.fiu.edu and reference Job Opening ID # 532585

How to Claim Vet Preference:

Since 1945, the Florida Legislature has made a provision to give preference in the hiring process to United States war veterans in recognition of their military, naval, or air service who meet specific conditions. The conditions are as follows:

• Veterans with a VA service-connected disability
• Spouses of veterans with permanent and total service-connected disability
• Honorably discharged veterans with wartime service.
• Unmarried widow or widower of a veteran who died as a result of a service-connected disability
• A veteran who has served in a qualifying campaign or expedition for which a campaign badge has been authorized, to include the Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal.

Florida International University honors this policy and will comply with Veterans' Preference guidelines when filling staff positions. Any applicant claiming Veterans' Preference will be required to attach a DD214 with each application submitted for verification.

If there are any questions concerning Veterans' Preference, please contact Talent Acquisition & Management by calling 305-348-2500.
For additional information on Veterans' Preference, visit http://www.floridavets.org/

Pay Transparency

Florida International University will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant.  However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of  their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.

FIU is a member of the State University System of Florida and an Equal Opportunity, Equal Access Affirmative Action Employer all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.