Processing Archivist, Assistant Librarian

Penn State University(4 months ago)

University Park, PAOnsiteFull TimeMedior$39,345 - $54,585 (estimated)University Libraries - Special Collections

About this role

Penn State University Libraries Special Collections is hiring a Processing Archivist (term position) to support the Collection Services team. The role centers on managing and describing large, complex organizational record groups and personal/professional paper collections, using evolving archival best practices and standards. The position is based within the University Libraries and supports research access and long-term stewardship of archival materials.

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Required Skills

Archival Processing
Arrangement And Description
Appraisal
Processing Plans
Finding Aids
Metadata Standards
DACS
EAD
MARC
ArchivesSpace

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Qualifications

Graduate Degree (Library Or Information Studies Or Related)
MLIS (ALA-Accredited)

About Penn State University

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Penn State (The Pennsylvania State University) is a top-ranked, public land‑grant research university founded in 1855 with a multi-campus system led by its flagship at University Park. It provides undergraduate, graduate, professional, and online degree programs across a wide range of disciplines while supporting extensive research, extension, and public-service activities. The university is known for its large-scale research and innovation, global education initiatives, and strong industry and alumni networks. Students and partners choose Penn State for its academic breadth, research resources, and statewide and international reach.

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