Job Summary
The DSA Project Archivist will use archival standards, best practices, and knowledge of Deaf history to arrange, describe, and digitize key collections in the Deaf Studies, Culture, and History Archives (DSA), addressing a backlog of significant Deaf history and culture materials accumulated over the past five years.
The position enhances access to Deaf-related archival collections, supports pilot digitization initiatives, and contributes to inclusive archival description. The DSA Project Archivist will work closely with the University Archivist and NTID/Education Librarian/Deaf Studies Archives Liaison to ensure collections are discoverable and accurately represented.
This is an 18-month, full-time (40 hours/week), grant-funded position located on-site in RIT Archives, Wallace Library.
Job Responsibilities
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Survey, arrange, describe, and preserve unprocessed Deaf Studies, Culture, and History Archives (DSA) collections following archival standards and best practices.
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Create and publish DACS-compliant finding aids in ArchivesSpace; export descriptive data to WorldCat and RIT Library catalog.
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Work with the University Archivist and NTID/Education Librarian/Deaf Studies Archives Liaison to determine project priorities, assess access restrictions, and ensure ethical description practices.
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Collaborate on pilot digitization project; assist with scanning, metadata creation, quality control, and digital object management.
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Ingest digitized files and associated metadata into LUNA and ArchivesSpace platforms; verify accuracy and data integrity.
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Document and develop new descriptive practices where traditional archival standards fall short in representing Deaf and Deaf-related communities.
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Communicate regularly with project stakeholders and participate in meetings, trainings, and professional development activities.
Required Qualifications
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MLS or equivalent advanced degree from an accredited program.
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Minimum of 2 years of experience processing archival collections.
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Proficiency with ArchivesSpace and archival metadata standards (DACS).
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Fluency in American Sign Language (ASL).
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Knowledge of Deaf history and culture.
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Strong written and interpersonal communication skills.
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Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
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Attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
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Must be eligible to work in the United States.
Preferred Qualifications
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Experience working in academic or cultural heritage institutions.
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Experience digitizing archival materials and managing digital objects.
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Experience working with or within Deaf communities.
Work Location
Henrietta Campus – 100% On-Site
Employment Details
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Full-Time
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Exempt
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18-Month Grant-Funded Appointment
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Hourly Minimum: $28/hour
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