PROCESSING ARCHIVIST

The Donald C. & Elizabeth M. Dickinson Research Center seeks an Archivist to process textual, photographic and digital collections; create descriptions, EAD encoded finding aids, and catalog records; and assist with records management and collection development.

Required Qualifications
ALA-accredited MLIS, or relevant Master's degree with coursework in archives management; Demonstrated experience in an archives or Special Collections arranging and describing archival collections; demonstrated experience applying EAD, and familiarity with DACS and MARC; Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships; Ability to function as a contributing team member in a production-oriented environment; Demonstrated initiative to complete projects; Excellent research, writing, and oral communication skills; Excellent interpersonal skills; Working knowledge of preservation standards, legal issues related to archival material, and issues related to digital conversion of archival materials; Working knowledge of historical research methodology and experience with standard bibliographic tools; Ability to lift and carry 40 lbs. and tolerate dust and inactive mold spores.

Preferred Qualifications
ACA certification; Practical experience in MARC 21 cataloging, the use of LCSH and the application of DACS. Demonstrated experience in preservation. General knowledge of scanning, current scanning standards, and electronics records management. Knowledge of, or experience in digital archive preservation. Knowledge of Western History, Rodeo or Native Americans.

To Apply
To apply, please send a resume, cover letter, and the names and contact information of three references to Gerrianne Schaad by January 30, 2012.

Gerrianne Schaad
National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum
1700 Northeast 63rd Street
Oklahoma City, OK 73111

Or, fax (405) 478-6421


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