Archivist
Delta Air Transport Heritage Museum
Atlanta, GA

Full-time contractor position at the Delta Air Transport Heritage Museum, a
non-profit museum in development, located at Delta Air Lines world
headquarters in Atlanta.  The Museum maintains the Delta Air Lines
Corporate Archives, as well as the Museum collections.  The diverse
holdings date from the mid-1920s, and include uniforms, aircraft parts,
passenger service artifacts, film, photos and Delta department records.

Responsibilities:  Involved in all aspects of archival and museum
collections activity, including: acquisitions, appraisal, accessioning,
arrangement and description, preservation and security of records and
artifacts.  Answer research requests in a service-oriented environment.
Assist with managing digital images and website content.  Supervise
volunteers and interns.  Assist with exhibits, database maintenance and
special projects as requested by the Archives Manager.

Requirements:
Master's degree in history, library science or related field
ACA certification desired
3-4 years archives experience
Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills
Demonstrable historical research experience
Excellent organizational skills, accuracy, attention to detail; ability to
multi-task
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a small team.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs; experience with digital media and
web applications such as Photoshop, FrontPage or Dreamweaver desirable
Ability to perform the physical activities of archival work.

Salary:  $20 per hour, 40 hours per week.  No benefits except flight
privileges on Delta Air Lines.

Deadline to apply: April 15, 2005.  Submit letter of interest, resume, and
three references by e-mail, fax or mail to:

Marie Force
Manager - Archives
Delta Air Transport Heritage Museum
P.O. Box 20585, Dept. 914
Atlanta, GA  30320-2585
fax: 404-715-2037
email: [log in to unmask]
website: www.deltamuseum.org

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