Digital Archivist

Description

The National Fire Protection Association’s mission is to help save lives and reduce loss with information, knowledge, and passion. Established in 1896, we are dedicated to the elimination of death, injury, and property and economic loss due to fire, electrical, and related hazards. The Association delivers information and knowledge through more than 300 consensus codes and standards, research, training, education, outreach and advocacy; and by partnering with others who share an interest in furthering the NFPA mission.

To better meet the needs of those who rely on our information and knowledge to keep people and property safe, we are amidst a transformation to expand our influence and further our safety mission. We are becoming increasingly digital and global to grow, thrive, and save more lives from fire, electrical, and other hazards. To accomplish this, we need effective leaders at all levels of the Association who understand what we are striving for, why it is important, and how to execute our vision and who passionately want to see NFPA through this important stage. It is an exciting and empowering time to work at NFPA.Digital Archivist

PRIMARY DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

 Act at the Associate Level Preservica Manager, able to ingest and manage

assets in the platform. The expectation is to become an Expert level in the future.

 Perform auditing and quality control of content described for Preservica to ensure

uniformity and quality across the platform.

 Triage the collections for digital preservation and define metadata needs specific

to the collection, as streamlined a feasible.

 Assist the customer support to staff, committee members, and the public.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

 Maste Degree in Library and Information Science. Or enrolled in MLS with

work experience.

 2 – 4 years’ experience in digital asset management systems

 Experience with Preservica desired. High degree of experience with other

archival DAMS considered.

 Strong attention to detail

 Ability to work independently

Exposure to the list below, desired.

 Metadata Schemas: METS, DC, MODS, EAD, CDWAlite, PREMIS, EDM,

MARCXML, EAC-CPF

 Description Standards: DACS, MARC, DDC, LOC, RDA

 Programming Languages: XML, HTML, Python

 Working knowledge of industry standards such as LCSH, MARC21, Dublin Core.

National Fire Protection Association provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Salary ranges at NFPA are set by role and level, based on current competitive market data. Final compensation is determined by a combination of factors, including the specific skills, relevant experience, education, and training you bring to the role, as well as internal equity and business needs. For candidates whose qualifications align well with the role’s requirements and expectations, offers are often made toward the minimum of the posted range. Exceptional qualifications or unique circumstances may result in placement higher in the range. NFPA is committed to fair, competitive pay and offers a strong total rewards package, including comprehensive benefits.

Salary Range: $51,921.00 - $85,587.00