Project Archivist
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- Creating finding aids and MARC records using ArchivesSpace
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- Creating descriptive metadata for digitized content
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- A master’s degree in library and information science (MLIS) with an emphasis on archival management preferred, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Subject area expertise or educational background in U.S. history. Familiarity with sports history.
- Experience with processing and digitizing archival material.
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- Excellent verbal and written communication, customer service, research, project management, and task prioritization skills.
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- Knowledge of library and archives concepts, standards, and best practices.
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