Positions at CCAHA

Archives Specialist (1 position)
and
Communications Assistant (1 position)
Conservation Center for Art and Historic Artifacts (CCAHA)

The Conservation Center for Art and Historic Artifacts (CCAHA) in
Philadelphia is hiring two full-time, five-year contract positions
to provide archival and preservation services in New York State, to
help facilitate New York's Documentary Heritage and Preservation
Services (DHPS) initiative.

DHPS Archives Specialist.

    The responsibilities of this position include conducting on-site
    archival needs assessments and preservation needs assessments
    with written reports; developing, presenting, and organizing
    educational programs and workshops; presenting lectures and
    preparing programs for professional and lay audiences to promote
    awareness of archival and preservation concerns and practices;
    and providing technical information via telephone, e-mail, and
    in print on archival and preservation topics.  The DHPS Archives
    Specialist also maintains familiarity with archival and
    preservation literature, and may also be called upon to write
    articles for publication.

    Qualifications include training in and a thorough understanding
    of archival theory, practice, and standards; practical knowledge
    of archival policies and procedures; experience with archival
    processing; knowledge of preservation principles, practice, and
    issues; experience in conducting and writing archival and
    preservation assessments for cultural institutions; talent in
    teaching and public speaking; excellent written, verbal and
    interpersonal communication skills; ability to work
    independently; MLS (or equivalent) with a concentration in
    archival management, and a minimum of two years experience
    working in an archival setting.  Frequent travel in New York is
    required.

    Send letter of application, resume, writing sample (preservation
    assessment if relevant), and three references via email with the
    subject line "DHPS Archives Specialist Application" to Ms.
    Anastasia Matijkiw, DHPS Program Coordinator, Conservation
    Center for Art and Historic Artifacts, amatijkiw<-at->ccaha<.>org.
    Position is open until filled; applications received by May 31,
    2016 will receive priority review.

DHPS Communications Assistant.

    In addition to supporting annual marketing strategies, tasks
    will include managing a website and social media accounts;
    writing and editing blog posts and eNewsletters; promoting
    initiatives through media coverage and special events; creating
    internal communication vehicles; producing marketing and
    educational materials such as brochures and rack cards;
    assisting in the creation of and then facilitating distribution
    and data collection of an annual online needs survey; and
    assisting with advocacy.

    Applicants should have a minimum of a Bachelor's degree in
    English and/or public relations and a minimum of one year of
    related work experience.  The successful candidate must possess
    excellent written and oral communication skills, excellent
    computer and internet skills (Photoshop and Illustrator
    knowledge desired), knowledge of social media, and an interest
    in archives, history, and/or preservation.

    Qualified applicants should send resume, letter of interest, and
    three references via email with the subject line "DHPS
    Communications Assistant Application" to Ms. Anastasia Matijkiw,
    DHPS Program Coordinator, Conservation Center for Art and
    Historic Artifacts, amatijkiw<-at->ccaha<.>org.

Position is open until filled; applications received by May 31, 2016
will receive priority review.

Anastasia Matijkiw
DHPS Program Coordinator
264 S. 23rd Street
Philadelphia PA 19103
545.0613
215-545-0613
Fax: 215-735-9313


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