Digitization Specialist active TS/SCI FS Poly

Progressive Technology Federal Systems•McLean, VA

16h•$84,000 - $100,000•Onsite

About The Position

PTFS, a Maryland-based provider of digital archiving and library solutions, is hiring a Digitization Specialist for its Digitization Division. The role produces high-quality work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment subject to stringent client expectations. It involves preparing and processing paper, microform, and other media assets for digitization; operating scanning equipment; performing quality reviews and corrective work; creating metadata and deliverables; and helping coordinate project workflows, staff training, tracking, and client delivery. The position is full-time and on-site in the Warrenton, Virginia area, with possible work at customer locations in the District of Columbia, Maryland, and Virginia. Schedules may change based on project and customer requirements and deadlines.

Requirements

At least 3 years of digitization or equivalent work experience is preferred.
At least 3 years with an active TS/SCI CI or FS Poly clearance in good standing.
If the required TS or TS/SCI clearance is not held, ability to obtain and maintain an active clearance at the classification required by project or organizational needs.
Knowledge of Windows OS and Microsoft Windows-based applications, including Word and Excel.
Knowledge of converting paper, photographs, microfilm, microfiche, slides, video, audio, and other assets into digital files using scanners, hardware, and software.
English language proficiency.
Attention to detail, common sense, and ability to recognize errors and discrepancies.
Intermediate ability to calibrate scanning hardware across multiple platforms and troubleshoot low-to-mid-level issues with digitization equipment such as paper scanners, microfilm or microfiche scanners, and video tape decks.
Ability to pick up and move boxes weighing up to 30 pounds.
Ability to travel to and work at customer locations in the District of Columbia, Maryland, and Virginia area.

Nice To Haves

Ability to adapt quickly and show initiative in learning new processes.
Flexibility to transition quickly among multiple projects.
Ability to work as a team member.
Typing speed of 35 words per minute.
High school diploma or related experience; the posting identifies a high school diploma as the minimum education.

Responsibilities

Inventory and prepare hardcopy paper or microform assets for scanning, including removing binding elements, inspecting asset condition, and identifying and reporting discrepancies against inventories or manifests.
Reassemble hardcopy paper documents or assets according to project requirements.
Determine or categorize hardcopy assets or scanned images according to project requirements.
Operate digitization hardware to scan paper, microform, and media assets.
Perform quality control and quality assurance reviews of scanned images for quality, orientation, and clarity.
Perform rework and corrective actions to address issues identified during quality reviews.
Review post-scan output for image deficiencies, processing anomalies, and deliverable image quality and accessibility.
Create metadata through data entry or semi-automated methods according to project requirements.
Create and upload deliverable outputs in accordance with project-specific work instructions.
Bring errors and issues to supervisors’ attention and work with supervisory staff to manage project quality control and assurance.
Calibrate scanning hardware across multiple platforms and perform intermediate troubleshooting and maintenance; communicate or escalate hardware and software issues to Digitization management.
Assist Digitization management with day-to-day project operations in a team-lead or supervisory capacity, including scanning, indexing, quality control, and review of client deliverables before delivery.
Assist in developing, evaluating, and enforcing production work standards and workflows.
Assist with digitization project tracking and analysis of project metrics, and monitor and communicate project status and risks to management.
Assist in training new staff and supporting staff on ongoing projects; assess employee development and provide feedback to management for performance appraisals.
Work independently or with groups of scanning operators on one or more project tasks, as assigned by supervisory staff.
Travel to and work at customer locations in the DMV area as required.