Archivist

Job overview

The Archivist role is onsite in Des Moines, IA, with stated pay of $13–$15 per hour. The position is housed in the Iowa Methodist Conference Office and supports the preservation and use of historical records related to Iowa Methodist churches and pastors. The archivist collects, evaluates, preserves, organizes, and manages archival materials for future research. The role also assists churches and conference staff with historical inquiries, preservation guidance, and access to records and collections.

What you'll do

• Receive and assess Methodist archival items and collections
• preserve, store, repair, catalog, and inventory records and artifacts
• scan important records for electronic preservation
• assist local churches and conference staff with reports, histories, and preservation guidance
• respond to research inquiries
• retrieve and photocopy materials
• attend training opportunities
• report to the Archives and History Committee
• order archival and office supplies.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

archivist

des moines ia

iowa united methodist conference center

historical records

archival preservation

cataloging

digitization

research assistance

church history

collection management

10–20 hours weekly

$13–$15/hour

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

Part-time hours are described as 10–20 hours per week or 20–40 hours per pay period; training and workshop opportunities may be attended in person or online.

About the employer

Iowa United Methodist Conference Center is hiring for this role. Industry: Religious Organizations. Sector: 81.