Part-Time Archivist, Jewish Historical Society of Greater Hartford, West Hartford, CT
Posted September 9, 2020
Description:
The Jewish Historical Society of Greater Hartford is a vibrant non-profit community organization that holds over a hundred years’ worth of local history. A membership organization that offers a variety of educational programs, the JHS actively documents the local Jewish community of the past and present.
The archivist is responsible for all aspects of managing and providing access to the collection: processing and handling acquisitions, cataloging in the ArchivesSpace database, digitizing materials as needed, and responding to reference requests. They will also assist with exhibition research and contribute information to the organization’s electronic communications and social media, and may be assigned other duties on occasion. As part of a three-person team, this position provides an opportunity to conduct varied and interesting work in a collaborative environment.
This position is 14 hours a week, with some flexibility in scheduling. Hourly rate $20-24 depending on experience.
Required Qualifications:
- Master’s Degree in Library Science, coursework towards the degree, or comparable education or work experience.
- Experience with ArchivesSpace.
- Strong technical skills and knowledge of archival standards and best practices.
- Ability to work independently and set priorities for different projects.
Preferred qualifications:
- Experience with Omeka platform for online exhibitions and access.
- Familiarity with Jewish history and culture.
How to Apply:
To apply, send a resume and cover letter to Elizabeth Rose, JHS Executive Director at [email protected] by September 25.