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Marquette University Clg-Nurse

Guide departmental priorities for digitization of high-impact collections and scholarly outputs and of repository growth. * Lead the development of sustainable approaches to digital preservation ...

Ketchikan Indian Community

Archivist

Ketchikan, AK · On-site

$23.19 - $34.78/hr

... digital collections. The Archivist reports to the Tribal Administrator Executive Assistant and coordinates archival functions in compliance with applicable federal, state, tribal, and national best ...

KETCHIKAN INDIAN CORPORATION

Archivist

Ketchikan, AK

$23.19 - $34.78/hr

... digital collections. The Archivist reports to the Tribal Administrator Executive Assistant and coordinates archival functions in compliance with applicable federal, state, tribal, and national best ...

Syracuse University

Digital Archivist

Syracuse, NY · On-site

$64K - $72K/yr

At least two years full-time experience arranging and describing born-digital and physical materials in a special collections or archives. Desired qualification: * Digital Archives Specialist ...

Penn State University

$13.75 - $18.50/hr

Coordinates digitization workflows for archival collections in alignment with access priorities and resource capacity * Ensures that digitization initiatives are integrated into overall collections ...

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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.

Robert M. Stein, MD '68. FACC, FAHA Archivist & Head of Historic Collections

Philadelphia, PA • On-site

Thomas Jefferson University Hospitals, Inc.
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The University Archivist (Center City) leads and manages the collection, organization, description and preservation of, and provides access to the Siegman Archives and the Center City collections of rare books, artifacts, and historic records. The University Archivist leads programming for the university and local archival communities based on the collections within the archives.
Job Description
Job Duties
  • Interacts with co-workers, visitors, and other staff consistent with the values of Jefferson.
  • Manages, collects, organizes, and makes available the holdings of the Archives and the Special Collections in varied formats, including print and digital materials and artifacts. Determines the scope of the collection through internal deposits, purchases and donations.
  • Provides reference and research guidance to internal and external parties seeking access to materials held in the archives collections.
  • Supervises and directs the work of a full-time digital archivist whose responsibilities include
    * managing the Jefferson's digital repository, the Jefferson Digital Commons.
  • Collaborates with Academic Commons colleagues, senior academic officers and related leadership to implement best practices in the historic preservation of university activities. Builds relationships
    * with new academic partners and introduces and establishes archival practices as standard operating policy.
  • At the behest of senior leadership, including the university president, prepares and makes presentations to the Board of Trustees, faculty, students, alumni, parents, about the history of the university.
  • Collaborates with the Office of Institutional Advancement regarding potential gifts to Jefferson, including artifacts, furniture, works of art and named professorships. Curates on an ongoing basis
    * the exhibits and programming developed for the Jefferson alumni center.
  • Prepares temporary and permanent exhibits singly or in collaboration with other Jefferson entities for display at Jefferson which showcase materials and resources in the Archives and Special
    * Collections
  • Serves as instructor for history components in academic courses and special programs for other audiences. Works with key campus leaders on projects (signage, tours, special programs and
    * lectures) which incorporate Jefferson's rich history.
  • Maintains a current awareness of archival management trends and technologies.

Competencies (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required):
  • Demonstrated knowledge of archival theory and practice, national standards, relevant legal and ethical regulations (e.g. HIPAA, FERPA, and copyright), and best practices that govern the arrangement, description, preservation, and use of archival materials.
  • Demonstrated understanding of the research process with historical documents, books, manuscripts, and other primary sources.
  • Experience with collection development and management of analog, digitized, and born-digital collections; knowledge of metadata and other standards and best practices; and understanding of copyright and intellectual property issues of archival collections.
  • Experience building and maintaining donor relationships and collaborating within a university community.
  • Demonstrated understanding of the education and practice of medicine and health sciences.

Minimum Qualifications
  • Master's Degree in History with emphasis in archival administration or Masters of Library or Information Science from an ALA-accredited school with archival or records management training and experience.
  • 4 years professional university or institutional archival experience.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of archival theory and practice, national standards, relevant legal and ethical regulations, and best practices that govern the arrangement, description, and use of archival materials.
  • Demonstrated understanding of the research process with historical documents, books, manuscripts, and other primary sources.
  • Experience managing digital collections; knowledge of metadata and other standards for management of archival collections.
  • Demonstrated ability to balance and complete multiple projects, set priorities, and work effectively in a rapidly changing environment

Additional Qualifications
Physical Demands
Lift and carry 25 lbs. frequent sitting/standing, frequent keyboard use, *patient care providers may be required to perform activities specific to their role including kneeling, bending, squatting and performing CPR.
Job Description Disclaimer: This position description provides the major duties/responsibilities, requirements and working conditions for the position. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current position, however management reserves the right to revise or change as necessary to meet organizational needs. Other responsibilities may be assigned when circumstances require.
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Thomas Jefferson University
Primary Location Address
1020 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Nationally ranked, Jefferson, which is principally located in the greater Philadelphia region, Lehigh Valley and Northeastern Pennsylvania and southern New Jersey, is reimagining health care and higher education to create unparalleled value. Jefferson is more than 65,000 people strong, dedicated to providing the highest-quality, compassionate clinical care for patients; making our communities healthier and stronger; preparing tomorrow's professional leaders for 21st-century careers; and creating new knowledge through basic/programmatic, clinical and applied research. Thomas Jefferson University, home of Sidney Kimmel Medical College, Jefferson College of Nursing, and the Kanbar College of Design, Engineering and Commerce, dates back to 1824 and today comprises 10 colleges and three schools offering 200+ undergraduate and graduate programs to more than 8,300 students. Jefferson Health, nationally ranked as one of the top 15 not-for-profit health care systems in the country and the largest provider in the Philadelphia and Lehigh Valley areas, serves patients through millions of encounters each year at 32 hospitals campuses and more than 700 outpatient and urgent care locations throughout the region. Jefferson Health Plans is a not-for-profit managed health care organization providing a broad range of health coverage options in Pennsylvania and New Jersey for more than 35 years.
Jefferson is committed to providing equal educational and employment opportunities for all persons without regard to age, race, color, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, marital status, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, military status, veteran status, handicap or disability or any other protected group or status.
Benefits
Jefferson offers a comprehensive package of benefits for full-time and part-time colleagues, including medical (including prescription), supplemental insurance, dental, vision, life and AD&D insurance, short- and long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, retirement plans, tuition assistance, as well as voluntary benefits, which provide colleagues with access to group rates on insurance and discounts. Colleagues have access to tuition discounts at Thomas Jefferson University after one year of full time service or two years of part time service. All colleagues, including those who work less than part-time (including per diem colleagues, adjunct faculty, and Jeff Temps), have access to medical (including prescription) insurance.
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Jefferson Health is a revered name in the healthcare sector, based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, US. This nonprofit health system is dedicated to delivering high-quality, compassionate clinical care and services across the region. The organization was founded in 1824 as Jefferson Medical College, and over the years, it has grown into a vast network of physicians and specialists, hospitals, outpatient and urgent care facilities. Offering a comprehensive range of healthcare services, Jefferson Health covers areas including cancer care, neuroscience, orthopedics, and cardiovascular care, among others. The organization's mission is to improve lives by promoting overall health and wellness, emphasizing value-based care, and making innovative medical advancements. Besides, one of their notable achievements includes being recognized by the National Academy of Medicine as a national leader in patient safety improvements.

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