Archives Processing Assistant

Clyfford Still Museum

Archives

Application Deadline

Apply By Aug 19th, 2016

Wages

$15.00 per Hour   Calculate

Location

Denver, CO

Hours

24.00

MLS

Preferred

Minimum Education

Bachelor's Degree

Library Experience

Not Specified

Supervisory Experience

Not Specified

Type of Library

Other

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Job Description

Reporting to and working closely with the Archivist, the Archives Processor will work collaboratively with the archives and art collections departments to bring wider access to the Clyfford Still Museum Archives. The position requires demonstrated ability to catalogue objects and conduct art-historical research, resolute concentration, careful handling of objects, and attention to detail.    

Position: Archives Processing Assistant

Status: Non-exempt, 24 hours/week, one-year term with possible extension

Benefits:  Eligible for prorated, part-time employee benefits

Compensation:  $15/hour

Application Deadline:  August 19, 2016

Start Date:  Immediately

Reports to: Archivist and Digital Collections Manager

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

  • Assist in the processing, rehousing, digitizing, preserving, and cataloging of primary source materials in the Clyfford Still Museum Archives
  • Perform research on people, artists and print publications
  • Assist in the creation of corresponding metadata for compound digital objects

EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS

  • Bachelor’s degree required
  • Preference given to candidates with a  master’s degree or currently enrolled in a graduate program in Library Science, Art History, Museum Studies or related field

REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

  • Direct experience working with archival collections and knowledge of appropriate handling of objects
  • Experience with archival collections management systems or databases, and demonstrated ability to catalogue objects and to follow strict cataloguing guidelines
  • Knowledge of best practices for the arrangement, description, and preservation of archival collections
  • Knowledge of digital file formats and related preservation standards
  • Thorough proofreading skills, accuracy of data entry, and attention to detail
  • Willingness to participate in basic collections tasks
  • Demonstrated ability to work both independently and collaboratively as a team
  • Excellent organizational skills
  • Excellent interpersonal skills, and oral and written communication skills
  • Experience using Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Word
  • Familiarity with Photoshop
  • Experience using scanners and scanning software 

DESIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

  • Experience in a library, archive, museum, or visual resource center
  • Experience with technical editing
  • Ability to conduct art-historical research
  • Knowledge of emerging technology trends related to digital collections
  • Knowledge of current metadata trends and understanding of cataloging in this context 

SCHEDULE

Daytime availability during weekdays required; approximately 24 hours per week  (specific schedule to be confirmed)

THE CLYFFORD STILL MUSEUM

The Clyfford Still Museum is a nonprofit organization located in Denver, Colorado. The Museum’s mission is to advance the understanding and appreciation of Clyfford Still's art and legacy through the presentation, research, interpretation, preservation, and stewardship of its unique collections.

The Community

The Clyfford Still Museum Archives (CSMA) represent the complete, intact archival materials amassed and created by Clyfford Still during his lifetime. The CSMA contains studio records, photographic materials, personal effects, the artist’s tools and materials, his personal library, and extensive documentation pertaining to the art, career, and life of this important American artist.

HR Info

hr@clyffordstillmuseum.org

Successful applicants must satisfactorily complete the Museum’s standard application materials, verification of eligibility to work in the U.S., and background check. Applicants must complete and submit the accompanying descriptive cataloging questionnaire as part of the application. Please go to https://clyffordstillmuseum.org/opportunities and click on the job description to download the descriptive cataloging test. 

Please send cover letter, resume and descriptive cataloging example to:

hr@clyffordstillmuseum.org

Please put the title of the job you are applying for with your name in the subject heading.

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Posted Jul 27, 2016