Museum Archivist Job at Harley-Davidson, Milwaukee, WI

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  • Harley-Davidson
  • Milwaukee, WI

Job Description

Auto req ID: 27657  
Title: Museum Archivist  
Job Function: Administrative Services  
Location: MUSEUM  
Company: Harley-Davidson Motor Company  
Full or Part-Time: Full Time  
Shift: SHIFT1  

 

A walk through the Harley-Davidson Museum is a walk through the history of America. With an unrivaled collection of Harley-Davidson® motorcycles and memorabilia, a 20-acre, park-like campus, and a calendar full of activities, the H-D Museum is one of Milwaukee, WI’s top tourist destinations for visitors from around the globe. Join the H-D Museum as a Museum Archivist and help create an experience that will stay with visitors for a lifetime.

Job Summary

This position is responsible for aiding the H-D Archives in making relevant and accessible the stories of Harley-Davidson history and the archival collections. The Archivist will also lead in the identification, implementation and execution of proper archival procedures and practices that ensure the accurate and safe storage, access and retrieval of archival materials to facilitate the business process and meet the varied needs of internal and external stakeholders. Will also serve as either the primary or secondary point of contact with filling requests for historical information and imagery and will ensure its rapid and efficient dissemination.

Job Responsibilities

• Aid in filling service requests to the H-D Archives.
• Aid in accessing, cataloging, and photographing items acquired by the H-D Archives.
• Lead tours of the H-D Museum and Archives, present H-D history to employees
• Support General Merchandise and other products in development by reviewing them for visual and historical accuracy.
• Guide or support initiatives to preserve paper, artifact and digital collection items and convert print and photographic formats to digital.
• Assist with collections/exhibit content for social media.
• Assist with the proper preservation, care, and movement of H-D Archives historic vehicle collection.

Education Requirements

High School Diploma or Equivalent Required

Education Specifications

Bachelor’s Degree Preferred

Experience Requirements

Required: 

This role typically requires a minimum of 3 years of related experience. The experience should provide the following:
• Proficiency with databases, digitization, electronic records, websites, or social media and a solid background in basic computer skills
• Ability to work both independently and on a team
• Demonstrate strong research and writing skills
• Knowledge of archival preservation techniques for both two-dimensional and three-dimensional artifacts

 

Harley-Davidson is an equal opportunity employer that continues to build a culture of inclusion, belonging and equity through our commitment to attracting and retaining diverse talent from all backgrounds, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. We believe in fairness and providing a level playing field for all. We foster a culture that thrives on diverse perspectives and contributions to ignite the creativity and innovation to fuel our business and enhance the employee and customer experience.

 

The pay range shown represents the national average pay range for this role. Your pay may be more or less than the stated range and is dependent on your geographic location and level of experience.

 

We offer an inclusive compensation package for all full-time salaried employees including, but not limited to, annual bonus programs, health insurance benefits, a 401k program, onsite fitness centers and employee stores, employee discounts on products and accessories, and more. We welcome everybody to join our family and be united no matter who you are or where you come from. Learn more about Harley-Davidson here .

 

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States.

 

Direct Reports: No
Travel Required: 0 - 10%
Pay Range: $61,600 - $92,400
 
Visa Sponsorship: This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship
Relocation: This position is not eligible for relocation assistance

Job Tags

Full time, Part time, Relocation, Relocation package, Shift work,

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