Archivist

(December 2, 2025)

Position Title - Archivist

Supervisor Title (All entry and mid-level position supervisors should be qualified, professional archivists.)- VP for Planning & Principal Giving

Position Type - Part-time, permanent

Benefits - No

Hourly wage range - $31 - $35

The Xavier Archivist is responsible for managing and preserving Xavier’s historical records and artifacts, ensuring their accessibility to support the needs of alumni and staff. Reporting to the Vice President for Planning and Principal Giving, the Archivist will contribute to the ongoing development and success of Xavier by promoting an appreciation for our rich history.

Position Description: Part-Time Archivist

Reports to: Vice President for Planning and Principal Giving

The Archivist is responsible for managing and preserving Xavier’s historical records and artifacts, ensuring their accessibility to support the needs of alumni and staff. Reporting to

the Vice President for Planning and Principal Giving, the Archivist will contribute to the ongoing development and success of Xavier by promoting an appreciation for our rich history.

Type: Part-time; 5 hours/week with the potential for additional hours for special projects and initiatives

Start Date: January 15th (flexible)

Compensation: Commensurate with experience; minimum of $30 per hour

Responsibilities:

• Organize and process archival materials, including preservation and in some cases digitization of documents, photographs and other artifacts
• Maintain the system for cataloging and tracking the location of archival materials
• Respond to research requests from alumni, staff and external researchers in a timely manner
• Collaborate with school staff to identify and acquire new materials for the archives and then reviewing and cataloguing those materials
• Design and implement periodic exhibits or presentations showcasing the school’s history for special events or alumni gatherings
• Stay current on best practices and trends in archival management

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Library Science, Archives Management, History or related field; Master’s degree preferred
• Minimum of two years’ experience working with archival materials and knowledge of preservation and conservation issues for a variety of materials, including paper, photographs and textiles
• Strong organizational, research and project management skills, including attention to detail and deadlines
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Proficiency with digital archival systems and tools

• Highly proficient in Google Suite and Microsoft Office Suite
• Familiarity with the Roman Catholic Church and the history and values of the Society of Jesus is a plus

To apply, please submit a cover letter and resume to: archivistsearch@xavierhs.org by December 22, 2025.

https://www.xavierhs.org/fs/resource-manager/view/ace2a6b2-4447-41dd-b3b7-4e09184cdd8a

Institutional and Reference Archivist

(November 20, 2025)

Position Title - Institutional and Reference Archivist

Supervisor Title (All entry and mid-level position supervisors should be qualified, professional archivists.)- Director of Metadata & Discovery Services

Position Type - Full-time, permanent

Benefits - Yes

Salary Range - $66,000 - $75,000

The newly created Institutional and Reference Archivist position will provide both archival management of the Center’s historical records and reference services to internal stakeholders. This position supports the preservation, arrangement, and accessibility of the Center’s physical and digital holdings on behalf of senior leadership. The institutional archive is the singular collection held by the Center and reflects over 30 years of documentation related to the creation and operation of the Center. The successful candidate will play an integral role maintaining intellectual control of a unique institutional archive that informs the decision making and understanding of senior leadership, development, and operations teams as the Center celebrates its 25th anniversary.

Part of the Institute for Advanced Research, the archivist reports jointly to the Director of Research and the Director of Metadata & Discovery Services. It is an on-site role with responsibilities divided between the Library Systems and Reference Services.

Salary: $62,000-$75,000

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Institutional Archive Management & Stewardship (70%)

-->Stewardship and management of the Center’s physical and digital materials that comprise the institutional archive, ensuring proper arrangement and accessibility to an internal audience.

-->Verify, develop, and maintain component level description of the archive, adhering to professional standards and best practices.

-->Provide dedicated, unparalleled reference services to a varied internal audience of senior leadership and Center staff (development, finance, operations, board cultivation, etc.)

-->Oversee digital preservation activities that contribute to the long-term stewardship of born-digital and digitized materials.

-->Identify and earmark digital and physical materials, within the archive, of special interest or strategic value to Center board members, senior leadership, and potential donors.

-->Support grant writing, progress reporting, and budgeting related to the further growth and preservation of the archive.

-->Differentiate restricted, internal documents from unrestricted materials to potentially intellectually separate institutional holdings that can be made available to a wider, external audience.

Reference and Research Services (Reading Room) (30%)

-->Guide users in navigating library catalogs, archival databases, and research tools.

-->Maintain familiarity with the Center’s Partner collections and institutional histories to deliver accurate and efficient reference support.

-->Collaborate cross-departmentally with collections, research, or technical staff to enhance institutional goals and project outcomes.

Required Qualifications

-->Master’s in Library and Information Science from an ALA-accredited library school, accredited graduate degree in archival science, or with a specialization in archives.

-->Minimum of two years of professional experience in a public, corporate, or non-profit archival settings.

-->Demonstrated proficiency in archival processing and description of both digital and physical institutional materials.

-->Strong understanding of archival standards and principles (e.g., DACS, EAD, EAC-CPF) as documented and expressed in the archival management system, ArchivesSpace.

-->Excellent organizational, analytical, and project management skills.

-->Outstanding communication and interpersonal abilities with a strong service orientation.

-->Ability to work with discretion across multiple departments with varied missions and priorities.

-->Lifting of boxes and archives is required, 40+ pounds.

Preferred Qualifications

-->Previous experience working with institutional archives, corporate archives, or special collections.

-->Familiarity with audiovisual and/or born-digital archival materials.

-->Digital Archives Specialist (DAS) certification from Society of American Archivists.

-->Knowledge or strong interest in Jewish history and culture.

https://cjh.org/about/employment-opportunities

To apply, please send cover letter and resume to jobs@cjh.org. No phone calls please.

Collections Manager

(November 3, 2025)

Collections Manager

About Weeksville Heritage Center

Weeksville Heritage Center (WHC) is a historic site and cultural institutions in Central Brooklyn that uses education, arts, and a social justice lens to preserve, document and inspire engagement with the history of Weeksville, one of the largest free Black communities in pre-Civil War America, and the Historic Hunterfly Road Houses. Founded in 1838, Weeksville was the second largest of approximately 100 independent African-American communities established before the Civil War.

When a group of community activists rediscovered three remaining original homes 1968, they purchased, rehabilitated, and restored the Hunterfly Road Houses, re-opening their doors as the Weeksville Heritage Center in 1973. In 2014, WHC opened its new Cultural Arts and Education Center and campus, including a visual arts gallery, performance space, resource center, and

administrative offices. WHC is now poised for a bright new era, with the resources and vision in place to fully activate our history and expand our education, preservation, and public programming.

WHC is one of New York City’s cultural treasures, dedicated to preserving and celebrating the story of the 19th century African-American community of Weeksville, a nationally significant, exceptionally well-documented and rare extant example of an independent African-American community organized by Black entrepreneurs and land investors to promote economic, social, and political rights.

The Opportunity

The Collections Manager is responsible for the physical and intellectual aspects of the Weeksville Heritage Center’s historic homes, collection of artifacts, documents, photographs, textiles, and other objects. The Collections Manager ensures that the historic homes and objects are properly cared for, manages storage, conservation and record-keeping associated with objects. The incumbent will develop policies and standards for acquiring and disposing of objects, develop a master plan for maintenance, preservation, and conservation of the historic Hunterfly Houses.

Primary Responsibilities

● Responsible for the onsite and offsite collection of WHC including the objects, textiles, documents, buildings both in person and digitally.

● Oversees, manages, and advocates for resources required for the proper storage of art, artifacts, and other objects in the WHC collection, including consulting with conservators regarding the conditions necessary to store objects safely.

● Acquires, stores and exhibits collections, select the theme of exhibits and develop and set up exhibit materials including returning of borrowed materials as needed.

● Manages and oversees the preservation, conservation, and maintenance of the historic Hunterfly Houses in collaboration with contractual caretakers, site coordinators, other contractors and facilities staff.

● Establishes new and strengthen existing collaborative relationships with local community leaders, organizations and residents to optimize historic and cultural resources.

● Reviews and updates the museum’s existing conditions report, master plan, specifications, drawings and bid requirements for all restoration repairs of the historic homes.

● Manages the following tasks to ensure that objects on display and in storage are being properly maintained:

o conduct regular walk-throughs;

o respond to notifications of problems in exhibition/storage spaces;

o maintain data loggers in exhibition spaces and storage;

o ensure all objects are cleaned with the appropriate solutions

o conduct periodic checks for pests and request the appropriate pest control

technicians when necessary.

● Collaborates with the Director of Operations on the budget for the team.

● Serves as the administrator of WHC’s collections online system, including:

o create and maintain administrative and user documentation for the software

o manage user access

o input data, and training relevant staff and interns on the use of the system.

● Plans and conducts special research projects for Weeksville Heritage Center.

● Collaborates with staff members across the organization in preparation of fundraising opportunities.

● Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Skills, Knowledge, and Qualifications

● Degree or background in any of the following: Historic Preservation, African

American History/Studies, Africana Studies, Fine Art or Art History, Museum or

Heritage studies, Archaeology, Cultural Studies and/or Anthropology.

● Minimum 5-7 years curatorial experience in a cultural institution, museum, or heritage site or experience working in a library, archives or museum environment performing archival-related tasks.

● Understanding of housing best practice for a broad range of visual materials, preferred.

● Knowledge of national and local descriptive standards best practices preferred.

● Excellent project and time management skills.

● Strong skills in critical thinking, communications, negotiations, and conflict resolution.

● Ability to research, write, analyze, and communicate complex documents with technical details to senior leaders and management as required.

● Understanding or desire to learn archaeological and preservation standards.

Salary and Benefits

This is a full-time exempt position with a salary range of $68,000 - $75,000 annually. Weeksville Heritage Center offers a benefits package that is competitive with the market, including medical, dental, and vision insurance; a retirement plan that employees can contribute to after the eligibility period, and paid vacation, paid sick leave, and personal days with the option for a hybrid work schedule.

How to Apply

Submit a resume and cover letter to: inquiries@weeksvillesociety.org. Please include Collections Manager in the subject line and include where you found this job posting in the body of your email. Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Thank you for your interest in the position.

Weeksville Heritage Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All candidates for employment are considered without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, physical disability, military or veteran status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

Curator of Exhibits and Collections

(October 18, 2025)

Position Title - Curator of Exhibits and Collections

Supervisor Title (All entry and mid-level position supervisors should be qualified, professional archivists.)- Executive Director

Position Type - Part-time, permanent

Benefits - No

Hourly wage range - $20 - $25

Reporting to the Director and working closely with the Education Coordinator and Board of Trustees, the Curator is responsible for the research, design, and implementation of exhibitions and for the management and stewardship of the Society’s collections. The position will play a vital role in developing and installing one to two major exhibits annually, interpreting the stories of the Three Village area for a broad public audience.

The Curator also provides research support for educational initiatives and major community events, ensuring historical accuracy and connecting TVHS collections to programming and outreach. The position offers significant opportunities for professional growth through scholarly research, community collaboration, and heritage preservation.

Primary Responsibilities

• Research, design, and install exhibitions across TVHS’s multiple gallery spaces.
• Oversee collections management, including cataloging, storage, conservation, and accessions.
• Respond to public and scholarly research inquiries.
• Collaborate on educational programs and community engagement initiatives.
• Support event planning staff and volunteers by providing historical consultation and identifying relevant collections for educational use.
• Maintain physical and intellectual control of collections following current museum standards and best practices.

Qualifications

Required

• Graduate training in Museum Studies, Public History, or Archival Management, or a closely related field.
• Graduate-level experience in historical research and interpretation.
• Prior museum work experience with collections and exhibitions.
• Knowledge of best practices for handling, storing, and documenting collections.
• Proficiency with collections databases and standard office software.
• Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Enthusiasm for community engagement and public-facing work.

Preferred

• Experience working with a variety of materials (photographs, textiles, artwork, artifacts).
• Familiarity with current preservation standards and integrated pest management.
• Experience developing interpretive content and exhibition text.
• Prior research or reference support experience.
• Familiarity with museum collections management databases (e.g., CatalogIt, PastPerfect, CollectiveAccess, etc.).

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift and carry up to 40 lbs.
• Ability to reach overhead, climb ladders and stairs, and stand for extended periods.
• Driver’s License and ability to commute to different collection facilities within Setauket and the greater Three Village area.

Hours, Compensation, and Benefits

This is a part-time (25 hours/week), in-person position, with occasional evenings and weekends required for programs and events.

Compensation: $22-25 per hour (commensurate with experience)

To Apply

Send your cover letter and resume/C.V. (including references) to Director@TVHS.org

https://www.tvhs.org/opportunities

Senior Assistant Librarian

(October 6, 2025)

Position Title - Senior Assistant Librarian

Supervisor Title (All entry and mid-level position supervisors should be qualified, professional archivists.)- Library Director

Position Type - Full-time, permanent

Benefits - Yes

Salary Range - $76,000 - $85,000

Greenley Library at Farmingdale State College seeks a highly motivated enthusiastic Librarian who demonstrates a dedication to student success.

Hired at the rank of Senior Assistant Librarian, this is a 12 month, full-time, tenure track faculty position, reporting to the Library Director. The Librarian in this role will have responsibilities in the following areas: Archival Management, Reference, and Instruction.

Senior Assistant Librarian - Reference & Instruction

About Farmingdale State College:

Farmingdale State College is a recognized leader in applied learning. With over 10,000 students, FSC is the State University of New York's largest college of applied science and technology, with 96% of graduates working in New York State and 75% working on Long Island. Farmingdale prepares emerging leaders in the growing technology, engineering, business and health care fields.

Farmingdale State College is committed to inclusivity and excellence as part of our mission and culture. The College has received the 2022, 2023 and 2024 Higher Education Excellence in Diversity (HEED) Award. We seek candidates of all backgrounds who embrace these values and the broader mission of public higher education.

The College is increasingly focused on expanding student engagement. In addition to the highly successful NCAA Division III athletic program, Esports, and an extensive array of student clubs and organizations give FSC a strong culture of civic responsibility.

Job Description:

Greenley Library at Farmingdale State College seeks a highly motivated enthusiastic Librarian who demonstrates a dedication to student success.

Hired at the rank of Senior Assistant Librarian, this is a 12 month, full-time, tenure track faculty position, reporting to the Library Director. The Librarian in this role will have responsibilities in the following areas:

Reference and Instruction

Provide comprehensive, one-on-one in-person reference desk consultations to members of the college community.

Serve as the primary Library liaison for all fully-remote students. This includes holding online synchronous reference sessions upon request and providing outreach to online students on an ongoing basis.

Teach customized Information Literacy sessions in a variety of disciplines. Most sessions meet for 1 class period and are held in-person, but synchronous or asynchronous sessions may be requested by faculty.

Participate in the creation of library research guides in the form of websites, videos, or other media.

Archival Management

Manage and promote the Farmingdale State College Archives, a collection spanning 100+ years of the College's historical materials.

Archival responsibilities will include selection, arrangement and description, rehousing, digitization, support for Archives researchers, and outreach to the campus and community promoting the use of the Archives.

Regularly assess Archival practices and use of the Archives.

Other

Participate and take leadership roles in campus, local, SUNY-wide, and national committees or professional organizations.

Demonstrate commitment to scholarship in accordance with campus guidelines.

This position may require occasional nights and weekends to meet operational requirements.

The college particularly welcomes candidates with knowledge, skills and abilities that include:

Commitment to diversity and university initiatives supportive of diversity and inclusion.

Interest in participating in student-centered service activities.

Desire to apply expertise in promoting civic engagement with the College's many community partners.

Requirements:

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

MLS/MLIS or equivalent from an ALA accredited institution.

Strong interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to work effectively with a diverse faculty, staff, and student body.

Demonstrable proficiency in written and oral communication.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Experience working in an academic library environment, including knowledge of reference sources and academic database searching.

Experience in archival work and management, or significant course work or training in archival work and management.

Bilingual, Spanish preferred.

Additional Master's degree or equivalent.

Additional Information:

This is a full-time, 12-month UUP faculty position.

For the first 10 working days, beginning Wednesday, September 17, 2025, and ending Friday, September 26, 2025, applications will be limited to UUP Farmingdale.

CLOSING DATE FOR RECEIPT OF APPLICATIONS: Thursday, October 16, 2025

SALARY: $75,000+ $4,000 in downstate location pay = $79,000 Total Compensation.

ANTICIPATED START DATE: January 2026

The State University of New York offers excellent fringe benefits including health insurance options and retirement plans.

Click here for New York State Benefits Summary

Visit our Why Work at FSC page to learn more about FSC and the total rewards we offer.

VISA SPONSORSHIP IS NOT AVAILABLE FOR THIS POSITION

The Consumer Information web page can be viewed at the following link

http://www.farmingdale.edu/consumer-information/index.shtml

This page describes various services, information and statistics on many different aspects of the College's operations.

Farmingdale State College's commitment to inclusive excellence is an important part of our mission of public education and our culture. At Farmingdale State College, we continue to work on building a community that supports freedom, mutual respect, and civility. We seek others who support these values of diversity and inclusiveness and candidates of all diverse backgrounds who wish to participate in our cultural aspirations are welcome and encouraged to apply.

The College is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, creed, age, disability, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, familial status, pregnancy, predisposing genetic characteristics, military status, domestic violence victim status or any other legally protected status.

Application Instructions:

Interested candidates may apply by clicking on the "Apply Now" link at the top or bottom of this page. The following documents are required for all positions:

Cover Letter

Resume/C.V.

Additional instructions for faculty positions: Candidates invited for a 2nd interview will be asked to make a short presentation on a topic that will be provided to them in advance.

Only applications made through Farmingdale's electronic application system will be accepted. Once you successfully apply you will receive an email as confirmation. Returning applicants may login to their Farmingdale State College Careers Account to apply for this position. See the FAQ for using our online system. Please contact us if you need assistance applying through this website.

https://farmingdale.interviewexchange.com/jobofferdetails.jsp;jsessionid=163E8282D1C14AA4CACC13D504C3C1D7?JOBID=192955

Senior Manager, Rare Materials Cataloging 

(October 4, 2025)

Position Title - Senior Manager, Rare Materials Cataloging

Supervisor Title (All entry and mid-level position supervisors should be qualified, professional archivists.)- Associate Director, Special Collections Processing

Position Type - Full-time, permanent

Benefits - Yes

Salary Range - $106,000 - $115,000

The New York Public Library’s (NYPL) Special Collections Processing (SCP) department is seeking a proven and collaborative Senior Manager for Rare Materials Cataloging to strengthen and expand its current operations devoted to rare and special format materials. The Senior Manager will provide vision, leadership, and oversight for the cataloging and description of materials held and acquired by the curatorial divisions at the Stephen A. Schwarzman Building, the Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture, and the Library for the Performing Arts.

Working within SCP and across NYPL, the Senior Manager of Rare Materials Cataloging is responsible for ensuring the accurate and appropriate bibliographical description of the Library’s Special Collections material including rare books, manuscripts, broadsides, pamphlets, serials, maps, photographs, prints, illustrations, designs, artwork, three-dimensional models, realia, audio and moving images, and related items that are not components of archival collections. The Senior Manager provides leadership for the Library’s standards for the description of rare materials and special formats held in the Research Libraries, develops and documents project workflows for processing and accessioning new acquisitions and existing backlog, and coordinates the enhancement of metadata in collaboration with the Metadata Services manager. The position will also perform cataloging of complex rare materials according to national and local cataloging standards and procedures, supervise staff cataloging rare materials and special formats, and assist in training other catalogers at NYPL. In collaboration with BookOps Cataloging, SCP managers, and key partners in curatorial and public services, this position will draft and maintain NYPL’s Special Collections Cataloging Manual.

While based at the Library Services Center (LSC) in Long Island City, Queens, the Senior Manager works across the organization to establish and deepen collaborative relationships that unify and strengthen rare materials cataloging and the Library’s stewardship efforts.

https://nypl.pinpointhq.com/en/postings/51815ffa-5f55-4ea2-9fe6-4eb9ead726f2

Preservation Project Coordinator

(October 4, 2025)

Position Title - Preservation Project Coordinator

Supervisor Title (All entry and mid-level position supervisors should be qualified, professional archivists.)- Archivist

Position Type - Part-time, term

Benefits- No

Hourly wage range - $31 - $35

Job Summary

The Preservation Project Coordinators will be an integral part of a grant-funded digitization project focused on preserving archival audio-visual media. This role is responsible for coordinating the movement of materials between storage and the digitization vendor, tracking project progress, and ensuring quality and accuracy throughout the digitization process. The position will prepare and monitor shipments, maintain accurate records in the collections management system, and support budget tracking in collaboration with the 92NY Archivist. This position will also prepare interim and final project reports for grant compliance.

Job Responsibilities Include

Evaluate list of recordings for priority digitization.

Design workflow for recalling physical media from storage and send to digitization vendor.

Coordinate and manage flow of material to be digitized between storage, digitation vendor and post digitization storage.

Track shipment of physical media and overall project progress.

Flag and troubleshoot any issues in digitization process, working with vendor and 92NY Archivist and 92NY Multimedia Archivist to resolve.

Coordinate budget tracking with the 92NY Archivist.

Record location and digitization status in collections management software.

Produce interim digitization report for the grant’s interim report.

Record location and digitization status in collections management software.

Provide recommendations for future digitization priorities and preservation strategies based on project findings.

Produce a project overview for the grant’s final report.

Experience, Education, & Skills Desired

Bachelor's degree.

Master’s degree or program enrollment in a Library and Information Science, Archival Studies, Museum Studies, Information Management, or a related discipline preferred. Graduate students with relevant coursework and experience are welcome to apply.

Strong knowledge of archival principles, digitization standards, and digital preservation practices.

Exceptional organizational and project management skills, with the ability to track multiple workflows and deadlines.

Detail oriented with excellent recordkeeping and data entry skills.

Strong written and verbal communication skills for reporting and collaboration.

Ability to work independently while coordinating with vendors, archivists, and other 92NY staff.

Work Environment & Requirements

16 hours/week.

Application Instructions

Interested applicants should forward a resume and a cover letter with salary requirements.

Due to a high volume of applications that we receive, we are only able to contact those applicants whose experience most aligns with the position profile.

Per Diem Compensation Range

$30-$35/hour

The actual compensation offered will be based on a number of factors including, but not limited to the qualifications of the applicant, years of relevant experience, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and if applicable, the location in which the applicant lives and/or from which they will be performing the job.

https://external-92y.icims.com/jobs/2065/preservation-project-coordinator/job?mobile=false&width=1477&height=500&bga=true&needsRedirect=false&jan1offset=-300&jun1offset=-240

Lead Archivist, Private Family Project  

(September 23, 2025)

Position Title - Lead Archivist, Private Family Project

Supervisor Title (All entry and mid-level position supervisors should be qualified, professional archivists.)- Founder and CEO, StoryKeep

Position Type - Lead Archivist, Private Family Project

Supervisor Title (All entry and mid-level position supervisors should be qualified, professional archivists.)- Founder and CEO, StoryKeep

Position Type - Part-time, term

Benefits - No

Hourly wage range - $61 or more

StoryKeep, a firm that helps families preserve their histories through film, oral history, and curated archives.

We’re in early planning stages for a significant private family archival project in the New York area that will involve photographs, letters, and documents spanning multiple generations. We’d love to connect with independent archivists who:

• Have experience working with private family or estate collections
• Are skilled in digitization, cataloguing, and preservation practices
• Value discretion and collaboration (this will be a team effort alongside oral history and storytelling components)

If this sounds like you—or if you’d like to recommend a colleague—please reach out to me directly at jamie@storykeep.com and cc cezanne@storykeep.com

We’re still finalizing scope and timeline, but we want to start building relationships with the right professionals now.

To Apply: Please send Resume, references, LinkedIn profile to jamie@storykeep.com

Archivist Consultant

(September 5, 2025)

Position Title - Archivist Consultant

Supervisor Title (All entry and mid-level position supervisors should be qualified, professional archivists.)- n/a

Position Type - Part-time, term

Benefits - No

Hourly wage range - $41 - $45

The Cy Twombly Foundation is seeking an experienced archivist to help us think through and shape the future of Cy Twombly’s studio materials and personal library, which are now housed in New York after being brought from his Lexington, Virginia studio. The collection includes objects, tools, ephemera, documents, and books—items that are rich with potential but not yet organized or catalogued to archival standards.

This role is not just about preservation, but about possibility. We want to ensure these materials are cared for properly and available for the long term, while also allowing for future research, storytelling, and perhaps even public engagement. This is an exciting moment for the Foundation: we’re preparing a renovation of our New York building, and we’d like the archival strategy to inform how we design storage, study, and possible display spaces. We’re seeking a consultant who can start with an assessment phase, then develop recommendations and a phased implementation plan.

What we’re looking for is someone who can:

Assess the current state of the materials.

Identify risks, conservation needs, and opportunities.

Propose best practices for cataloguing, storage, and digitization.

Help us think strategically about how these materials might serve scholars, curators, and future generations.

Propose a clear, phased plan for how to move from assessment to implementation.

We imagine starting with a short assessment phase—spending a few weeks getting to know the collection and then coming back to us with a set of recommendations and an implementation plan. We are open to creative approaches and want this work to be shaped by someone who understands the unique nature of artist archives and who can balance rigor with sensitivity to Twombly’s legacy.

To Apply: Send CV and cover letter with compensation proposal to h.anrather@cytwombly.org

RFP Archival Assessment - The Amsterdam News

(August 14, 2025)

RFP Archival Assessment - The Amsterdam News

Supervisor Title (All entry and mid-level position supervisors should be qualified, professional archivists.)- Emily Kahn (Executive Director)

Position Type - Part-time, term

Benefits - No

Hourly wage range - $41 - $45

The New York Preservation Archive Project (NYPAP), on behalf of The Amsterdam News Educational Foundation with AYON Studio and Jerome Haferd Studio, is seeking an experienced archivist or archival team to conduct a comprehensive assessment of historical materials housed in the New York Amsterdam News Headquarters. This Harlem-based collection includes newspapers, photographs, research materials, and artifacts reflecting over a century of Black history and journalism.

Location: On-site work in Harlem, NY

Budget: $40,000 ($40-$50/hour up to 1,000 hours)

Duration: Approx. 12 months

Deadline: September 15, 2025

Ideal candidates will have archival experience related to African American heritage and a background in large-scale archival assessments. BIPOC professionals and those with lived or scholarly experience in Black culture and history are strongly encouraged to apply.

More info: www.nypap.org | @nypap_org

https://www.nypap.org/request-for-proposals-archival-assessment-new-york-amsterdam-news-headquarters-harlem-ny/

Proposals should include:

1. Cover letter (max 2 pages)

2. Description of qualifications and relevant experience

3. Project methodology and proposed timeline

4. Budget estimate

5. CV/resume(s) of project personnel

6. Two references from similar projects

7. (Optional) Work samples or portfolio

To Apply please send above to ekahn@nypap.org