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Job: Processing Archivist,The Henry Ford-America's Greatest History Attraction(Dearborn, Michigan)


  • Date:   Mon, 28 Aug 2006 15:08:33 -0700
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  • From:   Russell A. Johnson   < rjohnson AT library.ucla.edu >
  • Subject:   Job: Processing Archivist,The Henry Ford-America's Greatest History Attraction(Dearborn, Michigan)
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Forwarded to STHC-L from ARCHIVES. -- RJ

-----Original Message-----
From: Archives & Archivists [mailto:ARCHIVES@LISTSERV.MUOHIO.EDU] On Behalf Of Bob Schmidt
Sent: Monday, August 28, 2006 12:33 PM
To: ARCHIVES@LISTSERV.MUOHIO.EDU
Subject: The Henry Ford-Job Posting

Hello Everyone,

I've been asked to post the following job announcement to the list. 
If you are interested, please respond as indicated in the announcement.

Thanks,
Bob Schmidt
Archives Listserve Coordinator
Miami University Archives
Oxford, Ohio 45056
Tel: 513-529-6720
Email: rschmidt@lib.muohio.edu

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Processing Archivist

The Henry Ford-America's Greatest History Attraction, has an opportunity for a 
Processing Archivist.  Position is responsible for  the arrangement and description 
of archives and manuscripts.  Principal responsibility is the processing of 
record groups and series of the Ford Motor Company Historical Records, including 
preparation of Encoded Archival Description (EAD) compliant finding aids, preparing 
USMARC catalog records for archival collections, and delivering information about 
the material in digital form; also responsible for providing reference service for 
these records. Under the terms of a unique collaborative agreement with Ford 
Motor Company, basic reference service for Ford business inquiries have become 
the responsibility of the Museum's Research Center.  The Processing Archivist 
will also be responsible for assisting the Reference Archivists to conduct research 
in primary and secondary sources to respond quickly and accurately to reference 
requests from Ford Motor Company.  Requires graduate degree in archival studies; 
or ALA-accredited MLS or master's degree in history (or other relevant subject) 
with formal coursework or training in archival management and theory.  Experience 
cataloging archival collections in MARC, following DACS; experience creating 
archival finding aids that meet current professional best practices; familiarity 
with Encoded Archival Description.  Experience providing reference service in a 
research, academic, or corporate library or archives.  Familiarity with 
institutional or corporate records. 

Knowledge of standard collection holdings maintenance methods in processing, 
handling, and care of archival materials. Must be proficient with Microsoft 
Word, and familiar with Microsoft Access (or similar products). Maintains high 
level of expertise and participates in appropriate professional organizations.  
Must communicate effectively with staff and researchers orally, one-to-one and 
in groups; must write clearly, concisely, and accurately.  Candidates should 
know archival theory and its practical application for large and small collections, 
including an understanding of accepted protocols for arrangement, description, 
cataloging, and preservation of archival materials. Self starter and self-directed, 
but able to work in a team environment. Experience with OCLC and OPAC cataloging 
desired. Must be able to work with sensitive material and maintain confidentiality.  
Please forward resume w/salary requirements:  Recruitment Leader, 20900 Oakwood 
Blvd., Dearborn, MI  48124.  Fax:  313-982-6226.  
email:  employment@thehenryford.org   
http://www.thehenryford.org

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