What are the responsibilities and job description for the Digital Archives Student Librarian position at Alpha Delta Pi Sorority?
Supervisor: Archivist
Team: Learning and Development
Primarily Collaborates With: Archivist
Position Type: Independent Contractor. As an independent contractor you will receive a 1099 at the end of the year and are responsible for paying your own taxes. Please consult a tax accountant if you have questions on the status. This independent contractor position has a duration of up to two years based on need.
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
This is a remote summer work opportunity for collegiate members to work as an independent contractor for Executive Office. The student librarian position is responsible for assisting the Archivist in uploading, organizing, and cataloging a robust digital archive of Alpha Delta Pi history.
DUTIES PERFORMED
- Upload digital assets into online management system using provided guidance documents. Tag each item with relevant metadata (names, locations, dates, chapters, associations, etc.) to allow for easy searchability.
- Create, review, and edit metadata records for digital materials in multiple formats.
- Assist in determining suitability of records and items for digital archives relevance.
- Catalogue items as they are collected from members, chapters, associations, corporations, families, or other stakeholders.
- Organize photographs, documents, and images of physical objects according to prescribed framework and digital archives taxonomy.
- Recognize and report any areas where digital materials may be lacking in relation to similar collections.
EXPECTATIONS
- Consistently demonstrate through words, actions, and interactions, alignment with Alpha Delta Pi’s values and strategic direction, focusing on the success of the Sorority.
- Demonstrate a positive, problem-solving mindset with a spirit of teamwork.
- Maintain high professional standards.
- Promote a sense of pride in Alpha Delta Pi and a strong sisterhood across the organization.
SUGGESTED BACKGROUND AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
- Current Alpha Delta Pi collegiate member.
- Experience in archives or library setting preferred.
- Knowledge of Alpha Delta Pi history.
- Accuracy, attention to detail, and excellent written, oral, presentation, interpersonal, customer service, listening, and organizational skills required.
- Initiative, problem-solving, critical thinking, teamwork, flexibility, multi-tasking, positive attitude.
EMPLOYMENT LOCATION
Remote as an independent contractor