Commensurate with education + experience; not spec...
Not specified (potentially hybrid or onsite based on the nature of the role).
Bachelor's degree in history or english
Two years archival or library experience
Valid arkansas driver's license
The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is seeking a Project Director for the Arkansas Digital Newspaper Project (ADNP) to manage the digitization of historic newspapers in collaboration with various institutions. The ideal candidate should possess project management experience, knowledge of metadata and digitization processes, and a background in library or archival work
Job Summary
The position manages the day-to-day operations of the Arkansas Digital Newspaper Project to digitize over 100,000 pages of historic newspapers for the Library of Congress Chronicling America site.
This temporary full-time position is funded by a grant from the National Endowment for the Humanities and will end in December 2027.
Candidates must possess strong organizational skills, knowledge of Arkansas history, and the ability to lift 40 lbs. with or without accommodations.
Matching Summary
Match Score: 75
The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is seeking a Project Director for the Arkansas Digital Newspaper Project (ADNP) to manage the digitization of historic newspapers in collaboration with various institutions. The ideal candidate should possess project management experience, knowledge of metadata and digitization processes, and a background in library or archival work.
Salary
Commensurate with education and experience; Not specified; Benefits eligible: Yes
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Bachelor's degree in History or English
Two years archival or library experience
Valid Arkansas driver's license
Nice-to-have
Grant management and writing experience
Knowledge of OCR output optimization
Understanding of MARC cataloging standards
Experience with Microsoft Excel and Access
Knowledge of HTML and XML
Key Requirements
Bachelor's degree equivalent in History, English, or related field
Minimum two years of archival or library experience
Valid Arkansas driver's license required
Pass pre-employment criminal background check
Pass drug screening
Work Rights
Proof of legal authority to work in the United States required on first day