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Project Archivist Position - Wellesley College



Project Archivist

Wellesley College  (Information Services/Archives)

The Wellesley College Archives seeks an experienced archivist for a
two-year position to process approximately 800 linear feet of records of
senior administrative offices of Wellesley College -- President, Dean of
the College, Dean of Students, Vice President for Finance and
Administration, and Resources.  Under the direction of the Archivist, the
project archivist will organize, arrange and describe the records of these
offices in accordance with standard archival principles.  These records,
which date from the last third of the 20th century, detail initiatives and
change at this preeminent liberal arts college for women at a time when
the college worked toward becoming a vibrant multicultural community with
an increasingly interdisciplinary curriculum that is dynamic and
responsive to social change and new fields of study.

Requirements:  Master's degree or equivalent required; minimum of 3 years
archival experience.  Excellent organizational and analytical skills, with
attention to detail, are very important.  Must be able to apply standard
archival techniques in the appraisal, arrangement and description of
historical records; must be able to write clear, accurate, and succinct
descriptions of archival materials.  This position calls for strong
communications skills and the ability to work independently in
project-oriented situations. Must be able to lift and carry heavy boxes.
Successful candidates need to be able to work effectively in a culturally
diverse environment.  Certification by the Academy of Certified Archivists
(CA) also is desirable.

Cover letter, resume, sample finding aid or appraisal analysis; and names,
addresses and telephone numbers of three references should be sent to:
Human Resources Office, Wellesley College, Wellesley, MA  02481, or by
email:  working@wellesley.edu.  Applications will be accepted until the
position is filled.  Review of applications will begin April 16.

Wellesley College is an AA/EEO employer and encourages applications from
women, minorities, veterans and candidates with disabilities.

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