Archivist Program Manager

Amentum•Warren, MI

31d•Onsite

About The Position

Amentum is seeking a qualified candidate to serve as an Archivist Program Manager in support of the U.S. Army Tank-automotive and Armaments Command on the Detroit Arsenal in Warren, MI. This position is currently on-site at the Detroit Arsenal and is contingent upon funding award. The role involves developing and implementing comprehensive policies for physical and digital archives, aligning the program with organizational goals, and supervising the lifecycle of records and historical materials. Key responsibilities include digitization, data migration, evaluating and maintaining digital asset management systems, and ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory standards.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree and 4+ years of experience with archival or historian related duties OR; Master's degree and 2+ years of experience with archival or historian related duties.
Proficient in Microsoft Office, Adobe, Excel, Outlook, and TEAMs applications.
Prior experience archiving, organizing and storing documents.
Prior experience digitizing, scanning, shipping, and storing documents.
Prior experience with formal historical research practices and processes.
Ability to multi-task and follow strict set of processes and procedures
Able to move fast and adjust quickly.
Ability to talk and interact with people proactively.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Must be able to obtain and maintain a US Government Secret Clearance.
US Citizenship is required to obtain a secret clearance.

Nice To Haves

Active Secret Clearance
Strong project management and organizational skills.
Prior archival experience with the Federal government.
Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Detailed-oriented with excellent technical, verbal, and written communication skills.
Knowledge of TACOM and subordinate organizations.

Responsibilities

Assist in the development and implementation of a set of comprehensive institutional policies and procedures for both physical and digital archives.
Align the archiving program with the broader goals of the organization.
Supervise the lifecycle of records and historical materials, including collection, processing, arrangement, description, and preservation.
Conduct and supervise the execution of large-scale digitization and data migration projects.
Evaluate, implement, and maintain digital asset management systems (DAMS) and archival collection management software.
Stay current on emerging digital curation technologies and metadata standards (e.g., Dublin Core, EAD, MARC).
Ensure the archive adheres to all relevant legal, regulatory, and privacy standards IAW Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) 36, AR 870-5, and DA PAM 25-403 and others as needed.
Other duties, as assigned.