Digital Archivist

State of Nebraska•Lincoln, NE

57d•$23

About The Position

The Nebraska State Historical Society (NSHS) is seeking a collaborative and innovative professional to serve as our Digital Archivist. This role leads NSHS's digital archives program, managing both born-digital collections and the digitization of analog materials. This role offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of digital collecting at NSHS. As the collections team works to implement new systems like ArchivesSpace and Preservica. The selected candidate will lead the agency's state-of-the-art digital curation lab, overseeing digitization production and strategizing ways to expand public access to our collections online. NSHS is a statewide educational institution dedicated to connecting people with the past. Through our library and research center, museum, conservation facility, interpretive sites, and the state's archaeology and historic preservation offices, we collect, preserve, and interpret Nebraska's history. NSHS supports public education, fosters a deeper understanding of our shared heritage, and applies historical insight to help shape a better future for all Nebraskans.

Requirements

Master of Library Science or a Masters of Library and Information Systems from an American Library Association Accredited Library School, plus one year of relevant experience.
Experience can be substituted for education on a year for year basis.
This position requires travel. As such, the incumbent must be able to present a valid driver's license or another form of reliable transportation.
Regular and reliable attendance is required.
Knowledge of archival theory and national standards for archival description, digitization, and digital preservation.
Demonstrated experience in project management.
Active involvement in a professional association.
Ability to obtain comprehensive subject area expertise.

Nice To Haves

Three or more years of practical collection experiencing an archive, museum, historical society, special collections library, or community organization, ideally working with digital records.

Responsibilities

Conducts core digital archiving responsibilities, including appraising and acquiring born-digital records, processing collections, creating DACS- compliant finding aides in ArchivesSpace, and providing both onsite and virtual reference services.
Supervises digitization staff, managing project timelines, refining workflows, and ensuring alignment with current achival and digitization standards.
Implements digital preservation strategies, performing preservation actions on digital materials and ensuring their long-term integrity using Preservica.
Develops and maintains workflows, policies, and procedures for the acquisition, management, and preservation of born-digital records and digitized assets within a digital preservation system.
Administers archival software platforms, including Preservica and ArchiveSpace; troubleshoots technical issues and collaborates with IT staff to ensure system functionality and sustainability.
Communicates effectively with a range of audiences, providing research guidance, consulting with peer institutions and governmental agencies, and promoting collaboration across internal departments.
Other duties as assigned within the scope of classification.

Benefits

13 paid holidays
Vacation and sick leave that begin accruing immediately
Military leave
156% (that's not a typo!) state-matched retirement
Tuition reimbursement
Employee assistance program
79% employer paid health insurance plans
Dental and vision insurance plans
Employer-paid $20,000 life insurance policy
Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) through the Federal government
Wide variety and availability of career advancement as the largest and most diverse employer in the State
Opportunity to be part of meaningful work and make a difference through public service
Training and Development based on your career aspirations
Fun, inviting teammates
A safe and secure environment