Technical Services Archivist - Seton Hall University at Seton Hall University South Orange, NJ

Technical Services Archivist – Seton Hall University

South Orange, NJ

• Arrange and describe manuscript, institutional, print, photographic and related special collections, including the creation and publication of finding aids.
• Manage access and description of Seton Hall’s rare book collections, ensuring safe storage, planning for grow room, and efficient use of space.
• Identify digitization and conservation priorities in both rare book and manuscript collections.
• Accession archival collections and perform original cataloging of new rare books.
• Survey collections, create processing plans, and identify preservation and privacy priorities.
• Create custom archival housings for fragile books and audio‑visual formats.
• Maintain collections database in Archivesspace and contribute catalog records to WMS and OCLC.
• Collaborate with Walsh Gallery on shared storage space, applying archival expertise to arising issues.
• Oversee and implement ongoing collections shift.
• Support outreach activities as part of collection management.
• Develop and implement digitization workflows and create metadata for digital projects.
• Supervise student workers, interns, and volunteers, developing project workflows and assessing day‑to‑day outcomes.
• Complete special projects as assigned.

• MLS or MLIS with concentration in Archives or Rare Books or recognized equivalent in experience or training.
• Knowledge of archival principles and practices, including Describing Archives: A Content Standard.
• Experience processing archival collections.
• Minimum of two years experience cataloging rare materials in an academic research library or similar setting.
• Knowledge and awareness of emerging trends in cataloging and metadata.
• Experience with archival management software such as Archivesspace.
• Training in creating custom enclosures for rare materials.
• Ability to manage several competing priorities in a fast‑paced environment.
• Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines and ensure regular workflows.
• Demonstrated interest in continued professional growth, maintaining knowledge or skills through involvement in professional organizations or continued education.
• Experience working collaboratively and independently with varied groups within a complex organization.
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to support the Catholic mission of the University.

• Experience with space management, inventorying and shifting collections.
• Experience with digitization of archival materials.
• Knowledge of a second language, particularly Latin, Italian, Spanish, or French.
• Experience in museums, familiarity with museum practices and terminology.

Must be able to lift 50 lbs, walk/stand, and push heavy book carts.

Employment Type:

Full‑Time