*JOB ANNOUNCEMENT*

Deadwood History, Inc. (DHI) is currently seeking an Archivist.  DHI is the
nonprofit organization that oversees the operations of the Adams Museum,
the Days of ’76 Museum, the Historic Adams House, and the Homestake Adams
Research and Cultural Center.  DHI is located in Deadwood, South Dakota, in
the heart of the beautiful Black Hills.  Please visit our website at
www.deadwoodhistory.com to find out more.

*JOB TITLE*: Archivist

*REPORTS TO*: Executive Director

*SUMMARY OF POSITION*: Assist with inventorying, accessioning, cataloging,
and reformatting of the archival collections at the Homestake Adams
Research and Cultural Center, and making those collections accessible to
the public for research purposes.

*PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES*:


   - Accession archival materials to include cataloging, tracking
   locations, and entering data into one of several databases.
   - Create finding aids and indexes.
   - Identify materials requiring conservation.
   - Reformat materials when necessary.
   - Scan and reproduce historic photographs and documents.
   - Respond to requests for information.
   - Assist staff with locating materials for use in exhibits and for
   research purposes.
   - Assist with the production of publications.

*SECONDARY RESPONSIBILITIES*:


   - Assist with special programs sponsored by Deadwood History, Inc.
   - Other duties as assigned.

*REQUIREMENTS*:

Applicants must have a master’s degree in public history, information and
library sciences, museum studies, or another appropriate field.  One to two
years of applicable work experience is preferred.

To apply for the position, please submit a cover letter, current resume,
and the names and contact information for three references.  Send by mail
to Carolyn Weber, Deadwood History, Inc., P.O. Box 252, Deadwood, SD 57732,
or send by e-mail to [log in to unmask]

*APPLICATION DEADLINE*:* January 19, 2018 *

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