Digital Archivist jobs in Muldoon, TX

Company Description

Huston-Tillotson University, Austin's only Historically Black College and University (HBCU), is a fully-accredited institution under the leadership of Dr. Colette Pierce Burnette, President and CEO. The university's mission is to nurture a legacy of leadership and excellence in education by connecting knowledge, power, passion, and values. Huston-Tillotson envisions a connected world where diversity of thought matters.

Role Description

This is a full-time on-site role for an Archivist at Huston-Tillotson University located in Austin, TX. The Archivist will be responsible for tasks related to digitization, archives management, records management, library services, and document management on a day-to-day basis.

Qualifications

• Digitization and Archives Management skills
• Records Management and Library Services expertise
• Document Management proficiency
• Strong organizational and attention to detail skills
• Knowledge of archival best practices
• Experience with digitization technologies
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• MLS (Master of Library Science) or equivalent degree preferred

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES

• Knowledge of archival processing and cataloging standards (e.g., DACS, EAD, LCSH, DublinCore, PBCore) and theory such as More Product/Less Process (MPLP);
• Familiarity with managing digital collection repositories such as CONTENTdm or ArchivesSpace;
• Ability to conduct outreach to enhance the visibility of the Archives and work with multiple vendors;
• Some knowledge of Audio/Visual (A/V) formats ;
• Familiarity with Texas Archival Resources Online (TARO) or ability to learn;
• Must be able to manage and update archival policies and digital preservation policies;
• Ability to create workflows for multiple projects;
• Knowledge of digitization hardware and software is essential;
• Ability to communicate effectively;
• Ability to assist users in the use of Archival resources;
• Knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, and Access;
• Ability to communicate and work effectively with students, faculty, and staff from diverse multi-cultural socio-economic populations in public settings;
• Ability to work productively in a team environment with information technology and library personnel;
• Ability to work independently to contribute to the needs of a team and community members.
• Commitment to the mission and vision of the University. 

SUPERVISION

• This position reports to the Director of Library and Media Services

SALARY RANGE

• $46,000 annually, plus benefits!

POSITION STATUS

• Full-time, in-person.

 SETTING

Founded in 1875, Huston-Tillotson University is Austin's first institution of higher education. The University is an independent, liberal arts, church-related, historically black institution located on a 23-acre tree-lined campus near downtown Austin, Texas. The University is affiliated with United Methodist Church, the United Church of Christ, and the United Negro College Fund. Undergraduate, four-year degrees in business, education, the humanities, natural sciences, and social sciences are awarded. Huston-Tillotson University is multi-cultural, multi-ethnic, and multi-faith, and welcomes students of all ages, races, and religions. All faculty are engaged in a range of activities, their primary focus is teaching. The student-teacher ratio is 15 to one, which allows an environment of personalized attention to students.