Electronic Records Specialist

Drake University•Winnipeg, MB

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Primarily responsible for ongoing accession, processing, description, and preservation of electronic records within Drake University Archives and Special Collections. General responsibilities will include leading the development an electronic records policy, processing and preserving born-digital archival collections, and outreach to campus departments for the acquisition of vital University records.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required
Experience or course work in electronic records and strong technology skills
Knowledge of archival principles and best practices for arrangement description
Experience with digital forensic tools and techniques for electronic records management
Understanding of records management principles and practices
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Demonstrated ability to work independently, as well as creatively, collaboratively, and effectively as a team member
Strong commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in higher education

Nice To Haves

ALA-accredited master’s degree in Library and Information Science or equivalent education and relevant library experience
Knowledge of digital preservation standards and frameworks (OAIS, PREMIS, METS)
Familiarity with audiovisual materials processing and digitization

Responsibilities

Supports the development, implementation, and execution of procedures for managing born-digital collections for ingest, storage, preservation, organization, description, and access.
Assists with integrating digital forensic tools to help ensure authentic and appropriately preserved electronic records.
Works closely with the Digital Projects Librarian to support integration of digital collections and institutional repositories, including assisting with preservation workflows, metadata standards, and digital asset management best practices.
Provides support and guidance to University offices in developing, implementing, and improving recordkeeping systems and practices, including the management and preservation of electronic records.
Collaborates with the Director of University Archives & Special Collections to implement policies in governing the management of University records in both print and digital format.
Performs accessioning, appraisal, arrangement, and description of born-digital and analog records, including audiovisual materials.
Applies diversity, inclusion, and social justice considerations relate to archival collections, following SAA’s Core Values and Code of Ethics.
Provides reference assistance for institutional requests for historical information to University offices as well as to students, alumni, and the general public.
Maintains and updates University Archives & Special Collections website.
Serves on one or more cross-functional library teams and university-wide committees.
Performs other duties as assigned.