The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Associate Digital Archivist [End-Dated]

NEW YORK, NYPosted 30+ days ago

Job summary

  • Job post source

    This job is directly from The Metropolitan Museum of Art

  • Job overview

    The Associate Digital Archivist at The Met manages and maintains the Museum Archives' digital and analog records, supporting research and digital collections management.

  • Responsibilities and impact

    The role involves managing digital databases and repositories, advising on digital records management, creating accession records, processing digital records, supervising interns, and scanning documents to support research.

  • Compensation and benefits

    The position offers an annual salary range of $85,000 to $95,000, with benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, retirement plans with employer match, paid time off, disability coverage, commuter benefits, financial planning services, education assistance, staff discounts, and museum admission passes.

  • Experience and skills

    Candidates need a MS in Information/Library Science or MA in History with Archival Management certificate, 3-5 years of archives experience, knowledge of archival standards, ArchivesSpace and Preservica experience, API management preferred, Python and Microsoft Access skills preferred, and strong communication skills.

  • Career development

    The Met offers financial assistance for relevant coursework, seminars, and training programs to support professional growth.

  • Work environment and culture

    The Met values respect, inclusivity, collaboration, excellence, and integrity, fostering a diverse and collaborative work environment.

  • Company information

    The Metropolitan Museum of Art is a historic institution founded in 1870, presenting over 5,000 years of art from around the world across two iconic New York City sites and online.

  • Job location and travel

    The job requires employees to be located within commuting distance of the Museum in the Tri-state area (NY, NJ, CT, PA).

  • Unique job features

    This is a 2-year end-dated position focused on digital archives management with cross-implementation of Preservica and ArchivesSpace systems.

Company overview

The Metropolitan Museum of Art, commonly known as The Met, is one of the world's largest and most prestigious art museums, located in New York City. It generates revenue through admissions, memberships, donations, endowments, and retail sales. Founded in 1870, The Met's mission is to collect, preserve, study, exhibit, and encourage appreciation for works of art that collectively represent the broad spectrum of human achievement. The museum's extensive collection spans over 5,000 years of art from every corner of the globe, making it a vital cultural institution.

How to land this job

  • Position your resume to highlight your proficiency with digital archival systems such as ArchivesSpace and Preservica, emphasizing your experience with API management and digital records integration to align with The Met's needs.

  • Showcase your knowledge of archival standards like DACS, EAD, and OAIS, along with your ability to create accession records and finding aids, which are key responsibilities for this role.

  • Apply through multiple channels including The Metropolitan Museum of Art's official careers page, LinkedIn, and other reputable job boards to maximize your application visibility.

  • Connect with current staff in The Met’s archives or digital collections departments on LinkedIn; start conversations by referencing recent Met digital initiatives or expressing admiration for their preservation work to break the ice.

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