Tukwila Historical Society
Archivist
- Deadline:
- Budget: Hourly pay: $33, depending on experience.
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Eligibility: What We’re Looking For: • Experience (paid, volunteer, or academic) in archives, libraries, museums, or records management. • Familiarity with cataloging tools or archival software (PastPerfect experience a plus). • Strong attention to detail and organizational skills. • Knowledge of digital preservation practices. • Ability to work independently as well as collaborate with staff and volunteers. • Enthusiasm for community history and sharing stories with others.
The Tukwila Historical Society is in search of an archivist to help us review, assess, and organize our historical items located in our Heritage Center. Our collection is currently in a state of disarray, with many items not curated. In 2024 community members restarted the Society, and subsequently we have been awarded a Heritage Grant from 4Culture. The Heritage Grant allows us to fund this project.
This is a contract position.
Key Responsibilities:
• Collections management (50% or greater of the work)
• Community engagement
• Administration and reporting
The schedule will average 10-15 hours per week, with flexible hours and occasional meetings for board reporting, for a period of about one year. Most work will be onsite at our Heritage and Cultural Center in Tukwila, with some tasks eligible for remote completion.
Please email us for more information If you are interested in this position at:
More Information: Tukwilahistoricalsociety.org