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Job Title: Archivist 2 - Center for Folklore Studies Department: Arts and Sciences | Center for Folklore Studies Position Description The Center for Folklore Studies (CFS) within the Humanities Institute (HI) at The Ohio State University is seeking an Archivist 2. This is a full-time, temporary position for up to 12 months and will support the work of the Ohio Humanities Project (OHP), manage the CFS archives, and assist with the HI and CFS programming as an integral member of our staff. The Archivist 2 position would be responsible for managing the CFS archives during the 2026-2027 academic year. In addition to archival support for the OHP, this work would entail digitization of archival documents, updating online representation of and access to CFS archival collections (to meet, for example, ADA accessibility mandates), and promotional work, on and beyond campus, to encourage use of archival resources. The primary task would be digitization, encompassing scanning and storage of documents, as well as grant writing to support digitization efforts, long-term maintenance and upkeep of archival materials, and the promotion of archival engagement. Digitization work is important given the increasing challenges and costs associated with managing physical storage facilities. Work will also include managing access requests for archives, including retrieval and refilling of off-site archival materials. Additionally, the Archivist 2 will coordinate with CFS faculty teaching folklore courses in the 2026-2027 academic year to facilitate student engagement with archives as part of the folklore curriculum. The Archivist 2 position will participate in weekly HI staff meetings and serve as an integral member of the HI staff, representing the OHP and CFS. This will involve participation in the development and support of HI programming (such as Humanities on Tap) and collaborative work with the CFS on joint programming (such as the Hammond lecture series on regional and North American monsters and cryptids in Fall 2026). Support at some weekday evening events may be required, generally ending by 9 p.m. Minimum Education Required A bachelor's degree is required or the equivalent combination of education and experience, with a preference for degrees in the Humanities or Social Sciences. Required Qualifications A minimum of two (2) years of relevant experience is required. Relevant experience may include working with archival or special collections, including digitization (e.g., scanning and file management), arrangement and description, preservation, and providing access to archival materials. Experience managing or supporting access requests, including retrieval and tracking of materials, is also applicable. Desired: Prior experience supporting collections within academic, cultural heritage, or research-based organizations; experience working with folklore, oral history, or comparable materials; contributing to digital access or accessibility initiatives; and promoting or facilitating engagement with archival collections through instruction, outreach, or programming is highly desirable. Experience with grant writing or supporting grant-funded projects is a plus. Additional Information: Additional Job Information The Ohio Humanities Project is a new and ambitious initiative spearheaded by HI Director Ryan Skinner. In the coming academic year (2026-2027), this project will involve the development and execution of a significant statewide outreach of Ohio State Arts and Humanities faculty. Specifically, OHP engagement will entail organizing and participating in town halls, roundtables, and other public forums that focus on how Ohio communities perceive, understand, and value the humanities. This community engagement will be thoroughly documented, and the recorded material will be deposited in the Center for Folklore Studies archives, managed by the Humanities Institute. An archival deposit of recorded material is essential to ensure that OHP data remains available for both scholarly and community review and study, now and into the future. The Archivist 2 would support the logistics of OHP outreach (coordinating with local stakeholders to program, promote, and conduct events), attend and record public forums at various locations across the state, and manage the intake, deposit, and cataloging of OHP data. The College of the Arts and Sciences Humanities Institute is an Archivist 2. The College of Arts and Sciences is the largest college and the academic heart of the university. The College hosts 81 majors. With 38 departments, 20+ world-class research centers, and more than 2,000 faculty and staff members, students have the unique opportunity to study with the best artists, scholars, and scientists in their field. The pay range for this job profile is $47,700-$55,000. The offer for this position will fall within this range based on internal equity, the unit's available budget, and the candidate's qualifications. Location: Hagerty Hall (0037) Position Type: Temporary (Fixed Term) Scheduled Hours: 40 Shift: First Shift Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process. Thank you for your interest in positions at The Ohio State University and Wexner Medical Center. Once you have applied, the most updated information on the status of your application can be found by visiting the Candidate Home section of this site. 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