Corporate Archivist

Business/Strategic Management Share ideas that shape innovation. One of the world's great companies and an innovative leader in technology, John Deere offers an inclusive culture where teamwork thrives and performance is rewarded. It's the perfect career destination for high-level challenge and ongoing growth and mobility. Job Description: Corporate Archivist For additional Employment Opportunities at John Deere visit: www.JohnDeereCareers.com Located in Moline, Illinois, the Deere & Company World Headquarters is both a busy administrative hub, and a tangible symbol of the company's values. On a 1,400 acre campus, along with several satellite locations, the World Headquarters houses the executive and administrative staffs of Deere's divisions, along with a variety of company-wide functions such as communications, finance, supply management, information technology and human resources. With more than 2,400 employees, this diverse population also provides organizational and strategic support for the company.  From satellite mapping technology in the Agricultural Equipment division and GPS locator systems for construction equipment, to global interconnectivity across parts distribution networks —employees at the World Headquarters help strengthen the cause of progress throughout the enterprise.  Appropriately, the Deere & Company World Headquarters stands in the city where John Deere opened his first factory in 1848. Both practically and symbolically, these facilities act as a foundation on which rests the rich and diverse history, culture, and organization of the global enterprise that is John Deere.  View location information to learn more about the area. One of the benefits of working at John Deere is our comprehensive career development program.  Our employees' internal resumes are accessible on-line by managers and human resources, allowing them to match employee interests with company needs—in short, getting the right people in the right jobs, at the right time.John Deere Corporate Communications is seeking a Corporate Archivist to assist and coordinate acquisition of materials of significance to the Enterprise. In this position, you will: Be responsible for arranging, describing and cataloging archival collections including documents, photographs, films and artifacts. Conduct research that answers the needs of the enterprise, prepare finding aids, create documents of historical importance and current business relevancy to support enterprise business initiatives. Create and/or collaborate on documents or exhibits of significance to the enterprise. Develop and manage the Archives computer database systems and vendor relations. Supervise Archives support staff including coaching, performance, and associated administrative duties.  Education  Candidate must possess a Master of Archival Administration; or Master of Arts, History or Library Science with a concentration in archival administration or equivalent experience.  Required Skills and Experience  Three years of Business Archives experience. Experience processing archival materials and records. Basic computer proficiency with a working knowledge of Microsoft applications, PhotoShop, scanning software and hardware, as well as knowledge of and experience with information retrieval technologies, database management and authority controls. Desired Skills and Experience  Prefer knowledge of emerging trends in archival processing and access with an emphasis on issues related to the management and preservation of electronic records. Prefer Certified Archivist. Prefer someone familiar with Cuadra STAR software. Team Lead or Supervisory experience.   Join a company that keeps you growing. Because we are a large, global organization with many disciplines and locations, you'll have the opportunity to explore different roles. Plus, our continued growth constantly creates new advancement opportunities. We offer compensation based on both individual and company performance, as well as total rewards package that includes an attractive 401(k), a Defined Benefit Pension plan fully paid by the company, complete health coverage, wellness programs and a variety of other benefits designed to support your success.