[SOA] JOB: Oral History Project Coordinator

[Bridgette Kelly]

Oral History Project Coordinator

Grant-Funded Temporary Assignment

 

The United Church of Christ Archives is seeking applications for a
grant-funded position to implement an oral history project. The Project
Coordinator is responsible for all aspects of the oral history project,
including identifying, contacting, and researching interviewees;
creating appropriate release forms; composing interview questions;
identify, screen and train volunteer interviewers; digitally recording
the oral histories; supervising transcription; cataloging the
collection; and writing progress and financial reports. The position
reports to the United Church of Christ Archivist & Records Manager.

 

The ideal candidate must have a familiarity with oral history standards
and practices, and be an excellent communicator, both oral and written.
The candidate must be comfortable working with digital recording
equipment and computers. The candidate must be able to lift and shelve
boxes up to 40 lbs. 

 

Candidates must be able to travel to Hartford, CT, 21-27 June 2007, to
capture the oral histories.

 

Knowledge of the United Church of Christ and its history is a plus.
Bachelor's degree in history, communications, or related field is
preferred. 

 

Stipend of $5,000. Travel, lodging, and meals provided for trip to
Hartford.

Preferred starting date is early February, and runs through November.
The United Church of Christ Archives is located in Cleveland, OH.

 

Electronic submissions are encouraged. Interested candidates should
email or fax a resume and cover letter to:

 

United Church of Christ

Human Resources

700 Prospect Avenue

Cleveland, OH  44115

216-736-2289

lewisam at ucc.org

Full job description available at: <www.ucc.org/classifieds>

 

The UCC is a multicultural, multiracial, open and affirming, accessible
to all, EOE.

 

 

Bridgette A. Kelly

Archivist & Records Manager

United Church of Christ

700 Prospect Avenue E.

Cleveland, OH  44115

p: 216-736-2106

toll free: 866-UCC-UCC4 (822-8224)

f: 216-736-2203

kellyb at ucc.org <mailto:kellyb at ucc.org> 

http://www.ucc.org/aboutus/archives
<http://www.ucc.org/aboutus/archives>  

Let it shine!

because

God is still speaking...

 

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