Are you passionate about digital preservation and archival practice? Do you thrive on building relationships, solving problems, and working with cutting-edge technology? The National Archives is looking for a dynamic Digital Archivist (Transfer) to join our Digital Selection and Transfer Team.
The National Archives is the UK government's official archive and one of the world’s leading digital archives. Our mission is to preserve and provide access to vital born-digital records for future generations. As we strive to become an inclusive, entrepreneurial, and disruptive second-generation digital archive, we need talented individuals like you to help us achieve our vision.
As a Digital Archivist (Transfer), you’ll play a key role in ensuring vital digital records from government and courts are transferred to the National Archives for permanent preservation. You’ll work closely with records creators, providing expert advice, training, and support on digital transfer tools and processes. From monitoring transfers to resolving blockers, you’ll ensure records are properly documented and prepared for archival preservation.
What You’ll Do:
- Act as a primary contact for transferring bodies, offering expert guidance on digital transfer processes.
- Build strong relationships with stakeholders, advocating for best practices and timely transfers.
- Deliver engaging training sessions, presentations, and workshops to support users of our Transfer Digital Records (TDR) service.
- Conduct pre-ingest checks on digital transfers, validate file formats, and ensure metadata meets archival standards.
- Support preservation planning by identifying risks and contributing to format identification efforts using tools like DROID.
- Manage user accounts, monitor system performance, and respond to technical queries for TDR.
- Collaborate with colleagues to improve processes, share knowledge, and stay updated on digital preservation trends.
Why Join Us?
- Work in a hybrid environment with flexibility to combine onsite and remote working.
- Be part of a forward-thinking team shaping the future of digital archiving.
- Enjoy opportunities for professional growth and collaboration.
- Contribute to preserving the UK’s digital heritage for generations to come.
If you’re ready to make a difference in the world of digital archiving, we’d love to hear from you! Join us in shaping the future of digital preservation.
This is a full time post. However, requests for part-time working, flexible working and job share will be considered, taking into account at all times the operational needs of the Department.
A combination of onsite and home working is available and applicants should be able to regularly travel to our Kew site for a minimum of 60% of their work time.
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