As a key member of the Special Collections team that oversees the extensive
archival and manuscript collections of Baker Library, responsible for
planning, prioritizing, identifying, transferring, preserving, and setting
procedures for establishing and providing intellectual access to the full
archival collection of a leading financial investment management firm,
including paper and electronic records and digital content such as web files,
video, audio etc.. Organizes and documents the archival materials to create a
complete historical record. Coordinates the development of oral histories and
interviews that supplement the artifacts and allow a deeper understanding of
the creation and history of the firm. Coordinates the development an
organizational structure for ongoing records and a taxonomy and standard
metadata to provide innovative access to both archival and current
materials. Makes recommendations to the Director, Special
Collections, about content appraisal and privacy issues. Handles confidential
information in accordance with University, state, and federal policies and
regulations. Establishes and administers policy guidelines
concerning internal and external research access and use of materials.
Communicates regularly with the firm; works closely with its staff to identify
and describe records of key significance. Acts as the lead researcher for the
archives. Actively engages in corporate projects that utilize the Archives
such as marketing and the production of publicity products, documentaries etc.
Identifies innovative approaches to incorporate materials from the Archives
into the HBS curriculum. Collaborates with the Special Collections Outreach
Team and the KLS Information Products and Innovation group as appropriate in
the development of digital collections, web products, and programs that
encourage a greater understanding and knowledge of the story and use of the
firm's Archives. Under the general direction of the
Collections Conservator, manages the re-housing and other recommended
preservation actions for processed collections including preparation of
materials for digital reformatting. Participates as appropriate in relevant
professional organizations and monitors the print literature and online
discussion groups of the profession. May supervise and train staff, temps,
and/or interns. PLEASE NOTE: This is a
two-year term appointment.

  
Basic Qualifications Team player; excellent communicator who embraces change,
seeks out opportunities for innovation and improvement, and is committed to
providing excellent customer service. College degree
required. Advanced degree with relevant professional
concentration or experience, including formal training in the management of
archives. Four+ years of progressively responsible professional and
administrative experience in the archival field, including two years'
experience appraising, arranging and describing archival materials using MARC-
AMC and DACS for original cataloging of manuscript materials and EAD for
creating finding aids. Demonstrated organizational skills in planning,
prioritizing, and achieving goals with evidence of successful project
management experience. Ability to handle confidential and sensitive
information with discretion. Strong knowledge of the principles and practices
of archiving electronic records. Excellent research, writing, and analytical
skills. Excellent communication, interpersonal, and critical thinking/
problem-solving skills. Must be able to regularly lift 40 lbs.

  
Additional Qualifications Degree or course work in History/American Studies or
related field desired; strong interest in financial and/or business
history. Experience with appraising, acquiring and
processing electronic records preferred. Familiarity with
EAD, MODS, METS, XML/XSL and other data structure standards relevant to the
archival control of digital collection materials. Experience processing,
cataloging, indexing and preserving media materials (digital files, audio, and
film). Enthusiastic interest in identifying new trends in providing access to
archival materials and creative approaches to demonstrating the value of
archives. Ability to work well independently as well as collaboratively in a
team-oriented environment.



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