Digital Collections Archivist

Do you have a passion for preserving and sharing digital collections? Are you looking for a challenging and rewarding career in the field of archives at a world-renowned institution? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you at Stanford University's Department of Special Collections and University Archives. We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled Digital Collections Archivist to join our team and help us continue to build and maintain our growing digital collections. If you have a strong background in archives, digital preservation, and project management, and are enthusiastic about working with a diverse range of materials, we encourage you to apply. Join us and be a part of preserving and promoting the history of one of the world's leading universities.

1. Manage and oversee the development, organization, and maintenance of Stanford University's digital collections.
2. Collaborate with the Special Collections team to identify and prioritize materials for digitization.
3. Conduct research and implement best practices for digital preservation and access.
4. Create and maintain metadata and descriptive records for digital materials.
5. Collaborate with other departments and institutions to acquire and share digital collections.
6. Develop and implement policies and procedures for the long-term preservation and access of digital collections.
7. Lead digitization projects and manage workflows to ensure timely completion.
8. Train and supervise student assistants and volunteers working on digital collections.
9. Stay current with emerging technologies and trends in digital preservation and access.
10. Ensure compliance with copyright and intellectual property laws in regards to digital materials.
11. Collaborate with stakeholders to promote and increase access to digital collections.
12. Contribute to grant writing and fundraising efforts to support digital preservation initiatives.
13. Conduct outreach and engage with diverse communities to increase awareness and use of digital collections.
14. Assist researchers and patrons with access to and use of digital collections.
15. Participate in professional development activities and contribute to the field through publications and presentations.

According to JobzMall, the average salary range for a Digital Collections Archivist in Stanford, CA, USA is $50,000 - $70,000 per year. This range may vary depending on factors such as experience, education, and specific job duties.

Stanford University, officially Leland Stanford Junior University, is a private research university in Stanford, California. Stanford is known for its academic achievements, wealth, location within Silicon Valley, and selectivity; it ranks as one of the world's top universities. Stanford University is a place of learning, discovery, expression and innovation. Founded in 1885, Stanford’s areas of excellence span seven schools along with research institutes, the arts and athletics. Stanford’s faculty, staff and students work to improve the health and wellbeing of people around the world through the discovery and application of knowledge.