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The Archival Processing Specialist will employ archival standards and best practices to process and prepare for publication a collection of born digital files related to the sexual abuse lawsuit filed against the Archdiocese of Santa Fe. In addition to organizing the files, the Processing Specialist will create a corresponding finding aid for the collection. The digital files and object metadata will be added by the Processing Specialist to the UNM Digital Repository for public accessibility of the collection. The Processing Specialist will also participate in reference services and other departmental activities. The Archival Processing Specialist will support preservation of born digital archival materials. This is a term position that will expire in 12 months.
The University Environment
Founded in 1889, the University of New Mexico sits on the traditional homelands of the Pueblo of Sandia. The original peoples of New Mexico - Pueblo, Navajo, and Apache - since time immemorial, have deep connections to the land and have made significant contributions to the broader community statewide. We honor the land itself and those who remain stewards of this land throughout the generations and also acknowledge our committed relationship to Indigenous peoples. We gratefully recognize our history.
UNM is a Tier I Research Institution, a Hispanic-serving institution, and the flagship university in a majority-minority state. To support UNM's diverse campus constituents and colleagues, the College affirms its commitment to honor diversity, ensure fairness and access, and create an environment where all employees are treated respectfully. These commitments include the support of the CULLS IDEA (Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, Accessibility) Committee and the College's Anti-Racism statement.
See the Position Description for additional information.
Conditions of EmploymentMinimum QualificationsBachelor's degree; at least 3 years of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.
Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis.
Preferred Qualifications- Knowledge of efficient archival process procedures and standards. Familiarity with principles of archival appraisal.
- Familiarity with archival standards, including DACS, EAD, MARC, LCSH, and Dublin Core.
- Project management experience, including creating processing plans.
- Experience using ArchivesSpace or another archival content management system.
- Experience using Bepress or another digital repository system.
- Familiarity with current approaches to processing and describing born-digital holdings.
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Resume and Cover Letter are required.Positions posted with a Staff Type of Regular or Term are eligible for the Veteran Preference Program. See the Veteran Preference Program webpage for additional details.
The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.
The University of New Mexico requires all regular staff positions successfully pass a pre-employment background check. This may include, but is not limited to, a criminal history background check, New Mexico Department of Health fingerprint screening, New Mexico Children, Youth, and Families Department fingerprint screening, verification of education credentials, and/or verification of prior employment. For more information about background checks, visit https://policy.unm.edu/university-policies/3000/3280.html. Refer to https://policy.unm.edu/university-policies/3000/3200.html for a definition of Regular Staff.
