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Project Archivist, Temple Israel, Boston



PROJECT ARCHIVIST
Temple Israel
Boston, MA

Temple Israel of Boston seeks an experienced professional for a one-year
with possibility of renewal Project Archivist position.  This is a 20-25
hour per week position.  The Temple Israel Archives documents the
synagogue's 150-year history and includes the records of its clergy,
administrative and lay leaders, in addition to other materials related to
congregants.  Temple Israel, located in Boston's Longwood Area, is New
England's largest and second oldest Reform congregation.  The synagogue,
which has over 1500 member families, operates an active pre-school and
religious school and offers many educational, collegial, and social action
programs for adults.  The synagogue maintains a museum and a library staffed
by a full-time librarian.

Responsibilities:  The Project Archivist will report to the Temple Israel
Librarian and will work closely with the Archives committee to develop and
establish collection policies and procedures including access, accessioning,
processing, preservation and possibly records management policies and
procedures.  The Project Archivist will survey, appraise and process the
archives.  Occasional reference services may be required.

Required Qualifications:  Masters degree in history, library science,
archives management or related field.  Previous archival experience
including processing large institutional records collections. Demonstrated
knowledge of current archival theory and practice. Excellent interpersonal
skills.  Ability to work independently and collaboratively.  For further
information please contact Susan Porter by e-mail at slporter@prodigy.net.

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