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Digital Archives Specialist (DAS) certification desired. * Demonstrated knowledge of and/or experience with digital archives tools, standards, and/or best practices. * Familiar with metadata and ...

Overview The Archives Specialist is responsible for supporting the daily operations of the Archives and Records Management team through the secure storage, retrieval, transportation, digitization ...

Digital Archives Specialist (DAS) certification desired. * Demonstrated knowledge of and/or experience with digital archives tools, standards, and/or best practices. * Familiar with metadata and ...

Digital Archives Specialist (DAS) certification desired. * Demonstrated knowledge of and/or experience with digital archives tools, standards, and/or best practices. * Familiar with metadata and ...

Digital Archives Specialist (DAS) certification desired. * Demonstrated knowledge of and/or experience with digital archives tools, standards, and/or best practices. * Familiar with metadata and ...

Digital Archivist

Syracuse, NY · On-site

$64K - $72K/yr

Digital Archives Specialist certification from the Society of American Archivists or equivalent education and experience. Librarian Rank and Compensation This position will be appointed at the ...

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You'll work closely with our Director of Archives and Digital Archives Specialist to support the preservation and accessibility of Austin PBS's rich public media history. This role is ideal for ...

... Archivist with a Secret security clearance to support KDS and our government customer at Fort ... The specialists will deliver expertise in digital systems administration, database optimization ...

... Archivist with a Secret security clearance to support KDS and our government customer at Fort ... The specialists will deliver expertise in digital systems administration, database optimization ...

Digital Systems Archivist

Washington, DC · On-site

$85K - $110K/yr

... Archivist with a Secret security clearance to support KDS and our government customer at Fort ... The specialists will deliver expertise in digital systems administration, database optimization ...

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Archiving Specialist information

What is an archiving specialist?

Archiving Specialists are professionals responsible for organizing, preserving, and managing important documents and records, both in physical and digital formats. They ensure that valuable information is accessible, secure, and compliant with legal and organizational requirements. Their work often includes cataloging materials, digitizing records, and coordinating with other departments to implement archiving policies. Archiving Specialists play a crucial role in maintaining an organization’s historical and operational records for future reference.

What is the difference between Archiving Specialist vs Records Coordinator?

AspectArchiving SpecialistRecords Coordinator
CredentialsTypically requires a degree in library science, information management, or related fieldOften requires similar credentials, with additional certifications in records management
Work EnvironmentWorks in archives, libraries, or corporate records departmentsWorks in administrative offices, government agencies, or corporate settings
Job FocusPreserving, organizing, and maintaining archival collectionsManaging, coordinating, and overseeing records and document flow

While both roles involve managing information, the Archiving Specialist focuses on preserving and maintaining archival collections, whereas the Records Coordinator handles the organization and flow of current records. Both roles require similar credentials and often work in related environments, but their primary responsibilities differ in scope and focus.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an archiving specialist?

To thrive as an Archiving Specialist, you need strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and a background in information management, often supported by a degree in library science or a related field. Familiarity with digital archiving systems, records management software, and metadata standards is typically required. Excellent problem-solving, communication, and time management skills help you adapt to evolving archival practices and collaborate effectively. These competencies are crucial for ensuring the accurate preservation, retrieval, and security of important records and documents.

What are some common challenges faced by archiving specialists when managing large volumes of digital and physical records?

Archiving Specialists often encounter challenges such as organizing and cataloging large volumes of diverse records, ensuring consistent metadata standards, and maintaining secure access controls. Balancing the transition from physical to digital archives while keeping records easily retrievable can require careful planning and attention to detail. Additionally, staying updated with evolving compliance regulations and best practices is crucial to ensure records are managed legally and efficiently. Collaboration with IT and other departments is often necessary to implement and maintain effective archiving systems.
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Digital Archivist

MORI Associates

Merritt Island, FL • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement

Posted 18 days ago


Job description

Take your career to new heights. Come join us at MORI Associates and help us support the most exciting projects at NASA. As a Digital Archivist you will be part of a dedicated team of diverse professionals creating and supporting cutting edge solutions for our client’s critical missions. MORI is a mid-sized nationwide company founded in 1997 with the ideals that creating an agile organization full of innovative and passionate people will progress science and technology for all life on earth. We focus on offering a complete range of services from strategic consulting to the development of Information Systems and providing advanced engineering solutions. Now, let’s see if this opportunity is the right challenge for you.
Responsibilities:
  • Perform analog preservation functions including holdings maintenance, fastener removal, rehousing, etc.
  • Support digital preservation functions including processing and transformation of digital objects, capture of metadata, and utilization of the Open Archival Information System (OAIS) model as a standard for digital preservation.
  • Enable search and discovery through the creation of archival descriptions using standards-based archival description systems, metadata capture and normalization, and digitization.
  • Maintain a thorough and up-to-date understanding of digital file formats, digital preservation, and digital persistence practice and theory.
  • Create, document, and follow archival processes, workflows and best practices.
  • Contribute to online outreach content in the form of blogs and social media.
  • Generate routine and/or ad-hoc reports for NASA Office of Communication (OCOMM) management/customers.
  • Directly interface with OCOMM management and/or customers as needed.
  • Respond to queries from internal and external sources for access to archival material and answer questions from both academic researchers and the general public related to archival holdings.

Qualifications
  • 10+ years of experience in research and analysis and preservation of documents and materials. 
  • Master’s degree in library science or library and information science from an ALA-accredited institution with a focus in archival studies. 
  • A membership in the Academy of Certified Archivists may be substituted for degree requirements. 
  • Digital Archives Specialist (DAS) certification desired. 
  • Demonstrated knowledge of and/or experience with digital archives tools, standards, and/or best practices. 
  • Familiar with metadata and technical standards relevant to archival collections (e.g., DACS, DublinCore, ISAD(G), etc.). 
  • Experience with archival technologies and tools related to appraising, accessioning, processing, preserving, describing, and enabling access to born-digital archives (e.g., Access to Memory (AtoM), Webrecorder, BitCurator, ePADD, Archivematica, ArchivesSpace, command-line tools, spreadsheets, etc.). 
  • Must have strong communication skills and be able to work collaboratively.  Must be a US citizen.
Salary Range is $60K to 65K
At MORI Associates, we value our employees and offer a competitive compensation package, including comprehensive benefits (medical/dental/vision care) and matching funds for 401K plan.
MORI Associates is an EEO/AA/Disability/Vets Employer and complies with E-Verify.
 

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