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(posted December 15, 2010)

Voices of September 11th (VOICES), a leading 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization supporting those impacted by the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001, is currently seeking a part-time Digital Archives Specialist to work with our 9/11 Living Memorial project at its office in New Canaan, Connecticut. This is a part-time position at 16 hours per week.

The 9/11 Living Memorial was initiated in 2006 as a means of digitally preserving, collecting, cataloging, and publishing images, artifacts, and documents associated with 9/11 – beginning with the victims’ family members and extending through first-hand accounts of rescue workers, survivors, and care providers. The VOICES team has built over 800 digital victim profiles through a series of one-on-one meetings with family members and published this content is on www.911livingmemorial.org. Through a partnership with the National September 11 Memorial and Museum, the VOICES digital content will be a core component of the Memorial and Museum when it is built at the World Trade Center site.

The VOICES Digital Archives Specialist will supervise the entire process of digitizing and cataloging text, photo, audio, and video content through a Dublin Core-based content management system currently being developed with Filemaker Pro. In addition to performing and supervising digital content inflow and cataloging, the Digital Archives Specialist will create and revise written procedures for the work and regularly communicate on its progress and issues with VOICES directors, social workers, and technical and communications staff.

Required:

Bachelor’s degree and experience in cataloging and archival processing. Thorough understanding of the principles of metadata, controlled vocabularies, and professional archival and cataloging rules and standards. Familiarity with Adobe Photoshop and Acrobat and experience in standardizing and optimizing digital images, documents, and other files. Ability to draft, implement, and maintain clear policies and procedures. Excellent written and verbal communication skills and ability to accomplish goals with limited resources and a vibrant team spirit.

Preferred:

Masters degree in library science (MLS), information science, or archival studies. Experience in cataloging and archival processing of digital materials. Demonstrated proficiency in Dublin Core, Anglo-American Cataloguing Rules (AACR2), and Describing Archives: A Content Standard (DACS). Enthusiasm for commemorating 9/11 for current and future generations is highly valued.

Instructions:

To apply, please send a resume and cover letter to Frank Fetchet at ffetchet@voicesofsept11.org. Materials must be received no later than December 31, 2010.

Peter J. Wosh
Director, Archives/Public History Program
History Department
New York University
53 Washington Square South
Room 503
New York NY 10012
Phone: (212) 998-8601
Fax: (212) 995-4017
http://aphdigital.org
http://history.fas.nyu.edu/object/history.gradprog.archivespublichistory.html

Job Title: Coordinator, Archive
Department: Recording & Archive
Division: Program
Location: Brooklyn, New York
Reports to: Manager, Recording & Archive
Status: Full-time, Regular, Exempt

Position Overview

The Archive Coordinator is a critical member of the Recording & Archive Department, which is responsible for overseeing the technical aspects of StoryCorps’ recording process and for assuring the integrity and accessibility of StoryCorps’ Archive. The Archive Coordinator works directly with the Community Outreach department to deliver materials to community partners, and plays a role in the development of new community partnerships. The Archive Coordinator also assists in the supervision of Recording & Archive interns and volunteers.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Coordinate formation of community archive partnerships with organizations across the country; carry out assembly and delivery of materials
In collaboration with Recording & Archive Department, development and document procedures and best practices for recording and archiving StoryCorps interviews
Work closely with Archive team on the implementation of a comprehensive content management system to store and disseminate StoryCorps interviews
Assist in the training of new staff on archival processes, data entry, audio recording and photography
Organize and perform quality assurance checks on the StoryCorps Archive, including all physical and digital interview materials and electronic databases
Assist in the supervision of Recording & Archive interns and volunteers
Perform other duties to support the Recording & Archive department, as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills, & Qualifications

Required

Master’s degree in Library and Information Studies or Archival Studies, or equivalent relevant work experience
Experience working in Mac OS platform, as well as proficiency in FileMaker Pro and Microsoft Office Suite
Demonstrated ability to function exceptionally in a rapidly growing and fast-paced work environment and deal effectively with numerous simultaneous requirements
Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively, in a team-based environment
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Belief and interest in the mission of StoryCorps.
Preferred

Fluency in written and spoken Spanish (strongly preferred)
Experience working in digital media archives (strongly preferred)
Familiarity with digital audio and photography techniques
Experience conducting outreach into underserved communities
To apply, please send cover letter and resume to employment@storycorps.organd include your last name and “Coordinator, Archive” in the subject line. Include both documents as attachments entitled “YourNameLetter” and “YourNameResume.” In your cover letter, please tell us how you found out about this opportunity and whether you have applied for a position at StoryCorps in the past. The deadline for applications is December 31, 2010. No calls please.

Peter J. Wosh
Director, Archives/Public History Program
History Department
New York University
53 Washington Square South
Room 503
New York NY 10012
Phone: (212) 998-8601
Fax: (212) 995-4017
http://aphdigital.org
http://history.fas.nyu.edu/object/history.gradprog.archivespublichistory.html

Job Title: Coordinator, Archive
Department: Recording & Archive
Division: Program
Location: Brooklyn, New York
Reports to: Manager, Recording & Archive
Status: Full-time, Regular, Exempt

Position Overview

The Archive Coordinator is a critical member of the Recording & Archive Department, which is responsible for overseeing the technical aspects of StoryCorps’ recording process and for assuring the integrity and accessibility of StoryCorps’ Archive. The Archive Coordinator works directly with the Community Outreach department to deliver materials to community partners, and plays a role in the development of new community partnerships. The Archive Coordinator also assists in the supervision of Recording & Archive interns and volunteers.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Coordinate formation of community archive partnerships with organizations across the country; carry out assembly and delivery of materials
In collaboration with Recording & Archive Department, development and document procedures and best practices for recording and archiving StoryCorps interviews
Work closely with Archive team on the implementation of a comprehensive content management system to store and disseminate StoryCorps interviews
Assist in the training of new staff on archival processes, data entry, audio recording and photography
Organize and perform quality assurance checks on the StoryCorps Archive, including all physical and digital interview materials and electronic databases
Assist in the supervision of Recording & Archive interns and volunteers
Perform other duties to support the Recording & Archive department, as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills, & Qualifications

Required

Master’s degree in Library and Information Studies or Archival Studies, or equivalent relevant work experience
Experience working in Mac OS platform, as well as proficiency in FileMaker Pro and Microsoft Office Suite
Demonstrated ability to function exceptionally in a rapidly growing and fast-paced work environment and deal effectively with numerous simultaneous requirements
Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively, in a team-based environment
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Belief and interest in the mission of StoryCorps.
Preferred

Fluency in written and spoken Spanish (strongly preferred)
Experience working in digital media archives (strongly preferred)
Familiarity with digital audio and photography techniques
Experience conducting outreach into underserved communities
To apply, please send cover letter and resume to employment@storycorps.organd include your last name and “Coordinator, Archive” in the subject line. Include both documents as attachments entitled “YourNameLetter” and “YourNameResume.” In your cover letter, please tell us how you found out about this opportunity and whether you have applied for a position at StoryCorps in the past. The deadline for applications is December 31, 2010. No calls please.

Peter J. Wosh
Director, Archives/Public History Program
History Department
New York University
53 Washington Square South
Room 503
New York NY 10012
Phone: (212) 998-8601
Fax: (212) 995-4017
http://aphdigital.org
http://history.fas.nyu.edu/object/history.gradprog.archivespublichistory.html