Archival Assistant
Full-time
Job Code # 4603

JM Family Enterprises, Inc., headquartered in Deerfield Beach, Florida,
is a recognized leader in the automotive industry. In January 2006, JMFE
was ranked by a survey in FORTUNE magazine as the 40th Best Company to
Work For in America, this marks JMFE's eighth consecutive year on the
prestigious list. JM Family is a diversified automotive corporation
whose principal businesses focus on vehicle distribution and processing,
finance and warranty services, and insurance activities. JMFE is a $9.4
billion force in the industry with more than 3,800 associates
nationwide. JM Family is steadfast in maintaining a world class working
environment.   We offer a comprehensive benefits package including
medical, dental, vision and prescription drug coverage; vehicle
discounts, educational assistance, retirement, profit sharing & 401k
programs, on-site work-out facilities, on-site child care facility, hair
& nail salons, credit union and much more!

The Jim Moran Foundation was established in 2000 as a non-profit
charitable organization.  The Archives were established to collect,
preserve, display and share the story of Jim Moran, the organizations he
created, his vision, his philosophies and his philanthropic
contributions, through the identification, collection and cataloguing of
memorabilia and other property (both physical and intellectual) of
historical significance. Furthermore, we will create an environment that
will provide for the proper display and protection of items related to
the lifetime achievements of this extraordinary man.

Job Duties:
Knowledge and understanding of current archival/museum collections
management methods including a lot of cataloging, artifact handling and
appropriate storage techniques. Strong computer literacy including
experience using database management systems--specifically software
designed for collections management and Microsoft Office.  Must be
self-starter, yet able to follow instructions and work well as part of a
team.

Job Qualifications:
1. At least one - two years of professional experience working with
archival records.
2. Demonstrated knowledge of digital photography, scanning capabilities,
knowledge and experience with image editing software, knowledge of
cataloging, subject indexing, and basic archival description.
3. Excellent written and oral communication skills, ability to work in a
team.
4. One year of experience working with archival materials and a degree
in Library Science/Museum Studies/History preferred.

If you meet the qualifications, please visit our corporate website at
www.jmfamily.com and apply on-line.

Michael Zaidman
Senior Archival Administrator
JM Family Enterprises, Inc.
100 Jim Moran Blvd-JMFDF010 | Deerfield Beach, FL  33442
PH: 954.429.2175 | FX: 954.596.7498
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