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Overview Drucker Archives Archivist The Claremont Colleges Services (TCCS) is the central coordinating and support organization for The Claremont Colleges. TCCS, with about 300 staff members, provides shared services to 9,000 students and almost 3,600 faculty and staff. Our departments are located throughout The Claremont Colleges campus in Claremont, California. Under the supervision of The Claremont Colleges Library Head of Special Collections and Archives, the Drucker Archives Archivist has three essential roles: archival processing (arrangement, description, finding aid creation, preservation, and re-housing) for collections; reference and research assistance; and coordinating digitization of the Drucker Archives materials for internal and external users. This is a temporary, full-time position anticipated for 12 months from date of hire, benefits eligible. Essential Functions 60% of Time: Archival processing Prepares and processes archival collections following standards and best practices; enters data for existing and new collections; and updates collection records in ArchivesSpace. Coordinates with donors and accessioning of new materials for the archives. Responsible for stacks management: location tracking, filing, boxing, labeling, shelving, shifting, and related tasks as assigned. 20% of Time: Research Support Coordinates and transports materials from the Drucker Archives storage locations to the Special Collections Reading Room at The Claremont Colleges Library for researchers and ensures the materials\' safe return to their storage location. Responds to reference and research inquiries in coordination with the Drucker Scholar regarding Peter F. Drucker and the Drucker Archives history for internal and external patrons. Assists users in-person and by telephone, chat, and email. Carries out research within the Drucker Archives collections as requested. 15% of Time: Digitization priorities and patron requests Collaborates with Executive Director of the Drucker Institute, Director of Operations at The Drucker Institute, Drucker School of Management faculty, and related CGU staff to assess materials and establish priorities for digitization, in alignment with material fragility, age, and copyright law. Organizes patron photocopy and digitization requests; coordinates requests for digitization of materials with library digital production unit; tracks requests and payments in the Aeon system; and delivers materials to users\' Aeon accounts. Maintains clear and responsive communication with users of the Drucker Archives. 5% of Time: Other responsibilities Prepares reports, statistics, and other metrics. Performs other related duties as assigned. Qualifications Education/Training: MLS or MLIS with a concentration in Archives from an ALA-accredited program OR MA in Archives, MA in History with an Archival Certificate, OR Comparable educational background and experience (relevant subject expertise combined with professional library education and archival experience). Experience: 1 year of archival processing experience including the arrangement and description of archives or special collections materials using library-based descriptive standards including Describing Archives: A Content Standard (DACS). Competencies: Intermediate knowledge of entering/importing data into, and exporting finding aids from, an archival collection management system such as ArchivesSpace or Archivists\' Toolkit. Basic knowledge and understanding of archival principles. Strong written and oral communication skills. Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively. A strong public service orientation assisting archives users from diverse backgrounds in collegial, collaborative, and diverse environments. Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines. Keen attention to detail; demonstrated problem solving skills and flexibility. Preferred Experience: Experience working with an archival content management system such as Archivist\'s Toolkit or ArchivesSpace. Familiarity with digital asset management systems (DAMS) such as CONTENTdm. Work Schedule: The regular hours for this temporary, full-time position are 40 hours scheduled from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. May be required to work holiday, weekend, and/or evening hours. Regular hours may vary due to the needs of the organization or business unit. Compensation Pay : The pay rate for this position is $32/hour. Benefits : This position is eligible for our employment benefits package including: medical, dental, vision 10% retirement contributions after one year (no matching required) group life insurance generous time off professional development funds discounts for mobile plans, software, and entertainment access to fitness facilities and more! Disclaimer: This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this position. When duties and responsibilities change and develop, The Claremont Colleges Services will review this job description and make changes of business necessity. To view additional information and to apply , visit the Claremont Colleges Careers site. Equal Opportunity Employer TCCS is an equal opportunity employer. TCCS makes employment decisions on the basis of merit, with the aim to have the best available person in every job. TCCS prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religious creed (including religious dress and grooming practices), gender identity and gender expression, national origin or ancestry, genetic information, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, registered domestic partner status, age, sexual orientation, sex, military or veteran status, and status with regard to public assistance, or any other basis protected by law. All such discrimination is unlawful. #J-18808-Ljbffr The Claremont Colleges Services

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