Art Archivist

About the role

Responsible for preserving and managing historical personal papers, photographs, vintage medical instruments and other records and archives, ensuring they are accessible to the public, researchers, and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Acquire collections and manage relationships with donors
• Collect, preserve, and manage historical records, including documents, photographs, artifacts, and other materials
• Catalog and classify archives according to established standards and procedures
• Create and maintain databases and indexes to facilitate access to archives
• Provide reference and research services to the public, researchers, and stakeholders, including needed material for press releases, media requests, publications, videos, etc.
• Develop and implement policies and procedures for the management and preservation of archives
• Manage projects to digitize and preserve digital records and archives

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Library and Information Science required or Master's Degree in a related field of study required
• Experience in archives or special collections setting 3-5 years required

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Knowledge of archival principles, theories, and best practices
• Strong organizational and management skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Ability to lift boxes and move archive materials, as needed

Additional Job Details (if Applicable)

Remote Type: Onsite
Work Location: One Hospital Road
Scheduled Weekly Hours: 10
Employee Type: Regular
Work Shift: Day (United States of America)

Pay Range

$53,440.00 - $75,888.80/Annual
Grade: 5

At Mass General Brigham

We believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth.

EEO Statement

Martha's Vineyard Hospital, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.

Mass General Brigham Competency Framework

The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.