Part-Time Archivist

University of Tampa•Tampa, FL

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About The Position

The Part-Time Archivist works closely with the Library Archivist to process, catalog, digitize, preserve, and provide access to archival materials while adhering to archival best practices and professional standards. The role supports projects documenting Dr. Janet Matthews, the history of The University of Tampa, and other special collections and institutional records. This is a term-limited position funded through a donation from Dr. Lee Matthews, with funding currently available for three years. The position is expected to work approximately 20 hours per week, up to a maximum of 29 hours per week and 1,000 total hours during any 12-month period. The schedule is flexible, but at least five hours per week must be worked Monday through Friday between 8 a.m. and 3 p.m.; remaining hours fall within library open hours.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.
One to two years of experience working with archival collections, special collections, libraries, museums, or cultural heritage organizations.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in Library and Information Science (MLIS), or current enrollment in an MLIS, public history, museum studies, archives administration, or related graduate program.
Experience working in archives, special collections, libraries, museums, or cultural heritage organizations.
Experience creating finding aids and descriptive metadata.
Familiarity with archival standards and best practices, including DACS and Dublin Core.
Experience with digitization workflows and digital preservation practices.
Experience using integrated library systems, digital repositories, content management systems, or exhibit platforms.
Familiarity with Alma, Alma Digital (AlmaD), and/or Omeka.

Responsibilities

Assist with archival projects documenting Dr. Janet Matthews, the history of The University of Tampa, and other special collections and institutional records.
Arrange, describe, and process archival collections according to accepted archival standards and best practices.
Create and maintain finding aids to improve discovery and access to archival materials.
Catalog archival and special collections materials using the library’s Integrated Library System (ILS), Alma.
Manage and describe digital archival collections using Alma Digital (AlmaD).
Create and update digital exhibits and online collections using Omeka.
Apply and maintain appropriate metadata standards for archival and digital collections.
Digitize photographs, documents, audiovisual materials, and other archival resources.
Assist with preservation, conservation, and proper storage of physical and digital archival materials.
Conduct inventories and collection assessments.
Assist in accessioning new materials and maintaining collection records.
Support reference and research requests related to archival collections as assigned.
Prepare materials for exhibits, presentations, and outreach activities.
Maintain accurate records and project documentation.
Perform other archival and special collections duties as assigned by the Library Archivist.