Digital Preservation Specialist

1 month ago


Glasgow, Glasgow City, United Kingdom Digital Preservation Coalition Full time
Job Overview

We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled individual to join our team as a Trainee Digital Archivist. This exciting opportunity will provide the successful candidate with the chance to gain experience in digital preservation, working towards a relevant qualification.

The role involves supporting the development of a digital preservation strategy, ensuring that born digital and digitised records are managed effectively, and maintained to professional accreditation standards.

Key responsibilities include managing the receipt and processing of born digital records, cataloguing them using CALM software, and ensuring their accessibility in the future.

You will also represent the archive service on matters related to digital record keeping, promoting best practice, and supporting a search room and enquiry service.

To be considered for this role, you should have a passion for digital archives, a working knowledge of the archive sector, and the ability to travel efficiently within Orkney to meet operational requirements.

This post is subject to Basic Disclosure Scotland clearance, and the salary range is £29,540 - £35,140 per annum.

About You

We are looking for an enthusiastic and self-motivated individual who is educated to degree level and holds a relevant professional postgraduate qualification. Experience working with members of the public and a passion for developing and promoting digital collections are essential.

If you are a qualified archivist or interested in archives, specifically in digital preservation, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.



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