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Digital Archivist

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$96K - $105K/yr

Working with the Collections Archivist, identify physical archive collections that need to be digitized * Oversee digitization projects by providing instructions on file naming and handling ...

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As of Sep 12, 2026, the average yearly pay for digital collections archivist in the United States is $76,639.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $45,500.00 and $130,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Digital Collections Archivist vs Digital Archivist?

AspectDigital Collections ArchivistDigital Archivist
Required CredentialsBachelor's or Master's in Library Science, Archival Studies, or related field; familiarity with digital preservation standardsBachelor's or Master's in Library Science, Information Science, or related field; knowledge of digital formats and preservation
Work EnvironmentMuseums, libraries, archives managing digital collectionsLibraries, archives, or institutions handling digital records and data
Employer & Industry UsageUsed in cultural institutions, academic libraries, and archivesCommon in digital repositories, government agencies, and research institutions

The Digital Collections Archivist focuses on managing and preserving digital collections within cultural and academic institutions, often involving digital curation and metadata. The Digital Archivist has a broader scope, handling digital records across various organizations, emphasizing digital preservation and access. Both roles require similar skills and credentials but differ mainly in their specific focus areas and work environments.

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Infographic showing various Digital Collections Archivist job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 85% Full Time, 11% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 80% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 17% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $76,639 per year, or $36.8 per hour.

University Archivist

Indianapolis, IN • On-site

Indiana University Academic Positions
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Full-time, Part-time

Posted 18 days ago

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Title University Archivist Appointment Status Tenure Track Department IU Indianapolis University Library Location Indianapolis Position Summary
IU Indianapolis University Library seeks a University Archivist to join the Ruth Lilly Special Collections and Archives, part of Distinctive Collections.
The University Archivist reports to the Director of Distinctive Collections and works collaboratively with library colleagues, faculty, and Indiana University partners to collect and provide access to university records. The position advances institutional priorities related to student and faculty research as well as community engagement and collaboration. This position will work with records of all types, including born-digital records such as websites, emails, and digital files, as well as audio-visual material. The University Archivist will support the full lifecycle of university records, which includes liaising with staff and faculty units about records management policies and the value of institutional records before transfer to the archives, as well as providing education and reference to researchers using these records of permanent value.

Responsibilities
  • Actively collect university records deemed of permanent value, including born digital materials and university websites
  • Supervise and perform University Archives collection management activities: accessioning, processing, preservation, and creation of finding aids, including training and supervising student workers to assist in this work
  • Provide reference services for University Archives, assisting virtual and in-person researchers (faculty, students, staff, and other researchers) in using university records
  • Liaise with campus offices on the interpretation and implementation of records retention schedules
  • Manage web archiving of university websites, including appraising URLs and setting appropriate capture schedules
  • Promote interest in the history of IUI/IUPUI and the historic neighborhoods predating the campus, through reference, instruction, and outreach efforts
  • Collaborate with Ruth Lilly Special Collections & Archives department members to improve service, provide access to collections, develop policies and procedures, and move department initiatives forward
Secondary responsibilities
  • Participate in development of records management policies in partnership with other campus archivists and the University Records Manager
  • Serve as a member of the Digital Collections Advisory Group, which is charged with setting priorities, establishing best practices for digital collections creation, and evaluating potential digital collections projects
  • Participate in University Library planning and decision-making activities
  • Participate in University Library and campus faculty organizations
  • Represent the library in local, state, and national library venues as appropriate.
  • Participate in library and university initiatives that advance campus and community engagement with distinctive collections
  • Support the mission, vision, values, and strategic priorities of University Library.
Basic Qualifications
Required Qualifications
  • Master's degree from an ALA-accredited Library/Information Science program or an equivalent degree
  • Minimum 2 years of professional experience in archives, including internships and part-time employment
  • Proven success in archives, including knowledge and experience in archival best practices, principles, and current trends, including born digital records
  • Experience processing large or complex archival collections and creating access tools (finding aids) for these collections
  • Excellent communication, collaboration, and project management skills
  • Ability to work both independently and collaboratively with a team environment
Preferred Qualifications
  • Knowledge of records management
  • Knowledge of web archiving
  • Experience with digital collections, including digital formats and digitization procedures
  • Knowledge of EAD (Encoded Archival Description)
Department Contact for Questions
Shauna Winter, HR Business Partner, shwint@iu.edu
Additional Qualifications Salary and Rank Special Instructions For Best Consideration Date Expected Start Date 01/01/2027 Posting Number IU-101641-2026

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