Job Description

Job Description:

Brown University seeks an experienced, creative, and collaborative individual for the position of Brown University Archives Survey Project Archivist. Reporting to the Archivist, Collections Management and Accessioning, the Brown University Archives Survey Archivist will conduct a full survey of non-published University Archives collections stored at the John Hay Library. The University Archives are located on two floors of the John Hay Library stacks. The collections include Brown University office and departmental records, alumni papers, blueprints, prints, drawings, photographs, audiovisual items, and maps.

The Survey Archivist will utilize existing spreadsheets, the ArchivesSpace collection management software, and the Alma library catalog software. The Archivist will record collection metadata such as call number, title, box numbers, extent, brief scope notes, and location. The Survey Archivist will identify and correct misfiled and/or misidentified collection material. The Survey Archivist will update and enter metadata into ArchivesSpace and into Alma to create permanent records with collection information and any provenance information the Survey Archivist is able to locate about the materials. To support this work, the Survey Archivist will train and mentor one student assistant to perform entry-level tasks.

Education and Experience

• Masters degree from an ALA accredited school of library and information science, with a concentration in archives or successful completion of 2 archival management and courses and a MARC cataloging course or equivalent education and experience.

• Preferred one year experience in an archives or special collections environment.

• Demonstrated proficiency with MARC cataloging standard.

• Experience with archival database management systems (ArchivesSpace) and online library catalogs (ALMA preferred).

• Advanced computer skills, including database and spreadsheet literacy.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to work creatively in a rapidly changing complex environment and to set priorities.

• Ability to work independently, communicate effectively, and work in a team.

• Demonstrated commitment to diversity and understanding of the contributions a diverse workforce brings to the workplace.

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a background check.

Best Consideration Date: May 15, 2025

Benefits of Working at Brown: Information on the Benefits of Working at Brown can be found here . Recruiting Start Date: 2025-04-02 Job Posting Title: Brown University Archives Survey Project Archivist Department: University Library Grade: Grade 10 Worker Type: Employee Worker Sub-Type : Fixed Term (Fixed Term) Time Type: Full time Scheduled Weekly Hours: 37.5 Position Work Location: Onsite Statement on Equity, Diversity and Inclusion: All positions require demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with faculty, staff, students, and other Brown and community stakeholders with diverse perspectives and demonstrated ability to contribute to an inclusive environment. Submission Guidelines: Please note that in order to be considered an applicant for any staff position at Brown University you must submit an application form for each position for which you believe you are qualified. Applications are not kept on file for future positions. Please include a cover letter and resume with each position application. Still Have Questions? If you have any questions you may contact employment@brown.edu . EEO Statement: Brown University is an E-Verify Employer. As an EEO/AA employer , Brown University provides equal opportunity and prohibits discrimination, harassment and retaliation based upon a persons race, color, religion, sex, age, national or ethnic origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law, and caste, which is protected by our University policies. Brown University

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