Archivist I

Current Employees: If you are currently employed at any of the Universities of Wisconsin, log in to Workday to apply through the internal application process. Position Title: Archivist I Job Category: Academic Staff Employment Type: Regular Job Profile: Archivist I Job Duties: Position Summary: The Emerging Technologies Archivist plays a key role in advancing the University Archives and Institutional Repository by integrating cutting-edge technologies to acquire, process, and provide access to archival materials in both physical and digital formats. This position emphasizes adopting innovative digital tools and methods to enhance user experience, foster collaborative engagement with campus and community stakeholders, and support instructional integration of archival content. Actively co-leading library outreach initiatives, the archivist partners with the Archivist & Digital Publishing Specialist to ensure the long-term preservation and discoverability of institutional memory, while continually exploring and implementing emerging technologies to improve access and engagement. The person in this position reports to a designated supervisor within the University Library. Archival Processing and Digital Access (50%) Arranges, describes, and digitizes archival collections using current metadata standards and archival software. Supports the maintenance and enhancement of the institutional repository, including metadata creation, file uploads, and quality control. Collaborates on the implementation of digital preservation strategies and workflows. Participates in the appraisal and accessioning of new materials, ensuring proper documentation and rights management. Instructional and Research Support (20%) Provides reference services to students, faculty, staff, and external researchers. Assists in developing instructional materials and delivering class sessions that incorporate archival content. Supports faculty and students in integrating archival resources into research and coursework. Contributes to the creation of digital exhibits and learning objects that highlight archival collections. Outreach and Engagement (15%) Collaboratively co-leads cross-departmental outreach initiatives, supporting collaboration among various units within the university and promoting library and archival resources through events, exhibits, and social media campaigns. Assists with building and nurturing relationships with campus departments, alumni, and community partners to increase awareness and utilization of the university’s archival and library resources. Participates in the planning and execution of public programming that highlights the university’s history and scholarly achievements, ensuring broad engagement across campus and beyond. Professional Development and Emerging Technologies (10%) Engages in ongoing professional development, professional service activities, and library planning focusing on emerging technologies and innovative archival methods. Explores and pilots emerging technologies (e.g., AI-assisted metadata generation, agentic AI, immersive media) to improve archival workflows and user experience. Contributes to the development of inclusive and accessible archival practices. Serves on appropriate library, campus, or UW System committees contributing to the development of forward-thinking policies and practices. Accepts the rights and responsibilities of an Academic Staff member as outlined in University Library policies and the UW-Stout Handbook for Unclassified Staff. Other Duties as Assigned (5%) Performs additional tasks in support of the University Library’s mission and strategic goals. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Excellent organization and information architecture abilities Strong written and verbal communication skills Commitment to public service and local history Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and transparently across units to achieve goals Ability to work flexibly and creatively in rapidly changing environment Ability to work effectively with people from a variety of culturally diverse backgrounds Key Job Responsibilities: Provides operational guidance on day-to-day activities of student workers Assists with development of policies and procedures to improve user experience and workflows Educates patrons on the use and handling of the collections and assists patrons with reference and research Fosters relationships with professional colleagues and participates in professional development Cultivates and maintains relationships with donors and collectors Assists in creation and coordination of outreach and collaborative initiatives including providing instructional sessions using archival collections Collects, appraises, arranges, and describes primary sources to make them discoverable Department: The mission of the University Library at UW-Stout is to cultivate critical thinking and applied learning to enhance the success of our students, faculty, and staff in an evolving information en Apply tot his job Apply To this Job