Digital Preservation Archivist

  • Full Time
  • Atlanta, GA
  • $61,100 – $72,600
Georgia State University

Job Details

  • Apply By: Review of Applications begins 06/16/2025

Job Description

The University Library at the main Atlanta Campus provides one of the most attractive, open, and inviting educational facilities in the Southeast. With over 1.25 million annual visitors, the library is an integral part of the University community. The library is a valued partner within the campus community, offering a modern, inviting, and centralized facility supporting teaching and research with extensive collections and outstanding assistance. Learn more about the University Library at lib.gsu.edu.

Special Collections & Archives is a department of the University Library which includes the following collection areas: Southern Labor, Music & Popular Culture, Women’s Collections, Gender & Sexuality, Photographic Collections, Atlanta Civic & Neighborhood History, and rare books.

Position Description
The University Library seeks a motivated, collaborative, and service-oriented Digital Preservation Archivist (open rank, non-tenure track faculty: options are Librarian Instructor, Librarian Assistant Professor, Librarian Associate Professor) to provide leadership and expertise in digital preservation. This position is also responsible for management of the Atlanta Civic & Neighborhood collecting area.

Primary Responsibilities Include:
Establishes and refines policies, procedures, and best practices for the acquisition, long-term preservation and access to permanent digital materials.
Manages and maintains the digital preservation system and Archive It web archiving account.
Collaborates with archivists to identify, capture, and revise web and social media content in accordance with the collection development policy.
Works with the University and University Archivist to implement an enterprise-wide system to capture permanent born digital archival content across the University as per the University System of Georgia’s records retention schedule.
Advises faculty archivists, librarians, and content creators on digital content lifecycle issues, strategies for digital content preservation, the use of innovative tools and processes for experimentation and development, and other initiatives related to collections and data.
Strategically solicits, acquires, and appraises materials for the Atlanta Civic & Neighborhood History collecting area including working with donors, building community partnerships, and providing access to materials acquired for the collection.
Promotes the Atlanta Civic & Neighborhood History collections.
Works with other faculty in the Special Collections & Archives department to research, develop, and design exhibits and instruction sessions.

The position serves as a member of the library faculty (12-month, non-tenure track), holds faculty rank; and is expected to participate in professional development and service activities as outlined in the University Library’s faculty guidelines. The library is committed to providing excellent professional development opportunities for its employees. While not required, employees are welcome to further their careers by earning an additional advanced degree, and, in some cases, tuition assistance is available.

Additional Information

Job Information:
Required Experience Minimum of two years’ experience working in archives and special collections in the specialty of digital preservation. Required Education Master’s degree from an ALA-accredited Library/Information Science program or an accredited graduate degree in a relevant field (e.g. History, Information Management). Preferred Qualifications/Experience MLIS or MIM with a concentration in archives administration/management or graduate degree with a concentration in information management or systems. Experience working with archival collections, instruction, and outreach. Experience working in an academic research library related to digital preservation, digital libraries, or digital repositories. Experience with digital preservation tools and systems, particularly in an enterprise-wide environment. Familiarity with web archiving tools such as Archive It. Experience writing grants and completing grant funded projects. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Demonstrated knowledge of digital preservation issues, strategies, and standards. Good organizational skills and an aptitude for analytical and detailed work. Ability to work independently as well as collegially in a complex, rapidly changing and professionally diverse environment. Excellent written and oral communication skills. Licenses, Certifications, or Registrations, etc Society of American Archivists Digital Archives Specialist certificate [preferred]. Few candidates will possess all the preferred qualifications listed above. Please do not let this list stop you from applying. We value the many different strengths that make us all unique. Pre-Employment Requirements A criminal background check is required. Work Hours Twelve-month assignment, faculty rank, non-tenure track Excellent health and retirement benefits Support for research and professional development Occasional evening or weekend work

To apply for this job please visit facultycareers.gsu.edu.

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