Archives Library Technician - Part Time
About The Position
The Peters Township Public Library is seeking to fill the part-time position of Archivist. The Archivist, as part of the library’s Adult Services Department, performs the traditional archival duties of acquisition, description, and preservation, and also works to promote the archives and township history by engaging with the community through displays, programming, and outreach. The right candidate for the position will have a passion for preserving and promoting local history, engaging with the public, and using archival materials to tell stories that connect current generations with those of the past.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED
- PA State Police criminal history check, PA Child Abuse clearances, FBI fingerprints
Nice To Haves
- Higher education in field of Library Science, Archival Studies, or related field preferred
- Candidates with library, archives, or programming experience will be given preference
Responsibilities
- Manage the acquisition, description, preservation and use of the library’s archival holdings in both print and digital formats
- Promote the archives and township history by designing archival displays, programs and services, and by undertaking outreach activities in the community
- Make local history collections accessible through the development and maintenance of finding aids, and the digitization and upload of portions of the collection to online platforms, including PA Photos and Documents
- Perform professional reference work focusing on the archival collections, including one-on-one research appointments
- Train patrons in the use of the library’s Memory Lab digitization equipment
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
1-10 employees
