Digital Archivist

Arrow Security &Training • Ft Bragg, NC

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About The Position

The Digital Archivist processes and manages digital archival collections, creating metadata, supporting digitization, and preserving born-digital materials. The role requires strong research, writing, and communication skills plus familiarity with cataloging and archival software. Requires an ALA-accredited MLS or related graduate degree, 2+ years’ experience, and an active TS/SCI clearance; SAA certification preferred.

Requirements

• Master’s in Library Science (MLS) from an ALA-accredited program, or a graduate degree in history (or related discipline)
• Graduate-level coursework in archival administration/theory
• Minimum 2 years of experience processing digital archival collections
• Experience creating metadata descriptions
• Experience with digitization
• Experience caring for born-digital materials
• Strong research and writing experience
• Effective interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
• Familiarity with cataloging, various computer applications, and establishing metadata descriptions
• Possess and maintain a current TS/SCI clearance

Nice To Haves

• Digital Archives Specialist Certificate (Society of American Archivists) preferred
• Command experience is a significant enabler

Responsibilities

• Processes digital archival collections for long-term access and preservation.
• Create and maintain metadata descriptions to support discovery and management.
• Digitize archival materials according to established archival practices and standards.
• Care for and preserve born-digital materials throughout their lifecycle.
• Catalog digital materials using appropriate tools and computer applications.
• Conduct archival research and produce written documentation and descriptions.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level