Collection Archivist

The Center for Creative Photography (CCP) seeks an experienced and self-driven Collections Archivist. Reporting to the Head of Collections, the Collections Archivist will direct archival processing priorities, devise and implement collections care policies, and support the development of CCP's renowned archival collections. The incumbent will supervise the work of other archive staff members as well as students and volunteers. The Collections Archivist will also promote the collections and work of CCP by engaging in community outreach, instruction, and research services in CCP's Laura Volkerding Study Center.

Outstanding U of A benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; U of A/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to U of A recreation and cultural activities; and more!

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FLSA:
Exempt

Full Time/Part Time:
Full Time

Number of Hours Worked per Week: 40

Job FTE: 1.0

Work Calendar:
Fiscal

Job Category:
Arts and Creative Services

Benefits Eligible:
Yes - Full Benefits

Rate of Pay: $59,404 - $74,254, with anticipated hiring near the middle of that range

Compensation Type salary at 1.0 full-time equivalency (FTE)

Grade 8

Compensation Guidance:
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Career Stream and Level: PC3

Job Family:
Archivist

Job Function:
Cultural Institutions

Type of criminal background check required:
Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive)

Number of Vacancies: 1

Contact Information for Candidates:
Katherine Mintie, Head of Collections, kmintie

Open Date: 2/24/2026

Open Until Filled:
Yes

Documents Needed to Apply:
Resume and Cover Letter

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Duties & Responsibilities

• Leads the development and implementation of user-centered approaches to cataloging and archival processing'
• Independently develops and oversees the implementation of processing strategies for archival collections, creating finding aids and other descriptive metadata in accordance with best practices.
• In coordination with the Head of Collections, directs processing priorities and addresses backlog to ensure timely access to and discoverability of CCP’s archival holdings.
• Develops budgets for processing materials and equipment.
• Plans and oversees the work of staff, graduate or undergraduate students, and short-term temporary workers related to processing or special projects.
• Leads the ongoing development of CCP accessioning, processing, and description documentation.

• Oversees the…