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Kyndryl Corporate Archivist and Historian in Rye Brook, New York
Who We Are
At Kyndryl, we design, build, manage and modernize the mission-critical technology systems that the world depends on every day. So why work at Kyndryl? We are always moving forward – always pushing ourselves to go further in our efforts to build a more equitable, inclusive world for our employees, our customers and our communities.
The Role
The Corporate Archivist will establish Kyndryl’s archives and create and implement strategies to ensure continuing documentation of Kyndryl’s history through appraisal, acquisition, and preservation of select records and artifacts in all formats.
The Corporate Archivist will develop strategic partnerships across business units and actively promote the Corporate Archives within the business to educate, inform and inspire employees on Kyndryl History.
The Corporate Archivist is expected to develop a broad and deep understanding of Kyndryl’s culture and history and serve as an expert resource for customers and peers on the company’s heritage.
Core Responsibilities:
Create and manage corporate archival systems that includes both digital and physical records
Identify and acquire institutional records that document Kyndryl’s key events, strategic imperatives, business functions, service and products, corporate culture, and employee activities
Proactively identify and champion ways to integrate Kyndryl Archives content and skills across stakeholders and business units (known as curating Kyndryl History)
Act as a trusted source of historical Kyndryl knowledge and ensure that internal- and external-facing historical content is accurate, authentic, and credible
Manage department processes and functions, including IT applications, digital asset management systems, and digitization efforts
If you are hired, the anticipated compensation range for the position is $89,030 to $203,000 based on a full-time schedule. Your ultimate compensation may vary depending on your geography, job-related skills and experience. For part time roles, the compensation will be adjusted appropriately. The pay or salary range will not be below any applicable state, city or local minimum wage requirement.
This position will be eligible for Kyndryl’s discretionary annual bonus program, based on performance and subject to the terms of Kyndryl’s applicable plans. You may also receive a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical and dental coverage, disability, retirement benefits, paid leave, and paid time off. Note: If this is a sales commission eligible role, you will be eligible to participate in a sales commission plan in lieu of the annual discretionary bonus program.
Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis.
Kyndryl currently does not require employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, however, if you are hired to work at a client, customer, or partner location, you may be required to show proof of vaccination to align with their respective COVID-19 vaccination policies. Those who believe they are eligible may apply for a medical or religious accommodation prior to the start of employment.
Who You Are
You’re good at what you do and possess the required experience to prove it. However, equally as important – you have a growth mindset; keen to drive your own personal and professional development. You are customer-focused – someone who prioritizes customer success in their work. And finally, you’re open and borderless – naturally inclusive in how you work with others.
Required Technical and Professional Experience:
Command of archival management principles and best practices
Prior experience working with business or institutional records, including the development and implementation of standards and practices
Project management skills
Skill in synthesizing, curating, and communicating historical data for use by internal partners and customers (strong storytelling and communications skills)
Knowledge of copyright, usage rights, and privacy rights as applied to archival records and assets in all formats
Preferred Qualifications:
Master’s Degree in Archival Science, Library Science, Information Science, History or equivalent
Minimum of 7 years archival experience
Knowledge of the information technology industry
Expert knowledge of information technology used in archival and business operations – particularly in the tool Preservica
Knowledge of techniques for the preservation and management of historical materials to ensure their long-term integrity, including digital imaging
Superior writing and presentation management skills
Evidence of continuing professional education
Being You
Diversity is a whole lot more than what we look like or where we come from, it’s how we think and who we are. We welcome people of all cultures, backgrounds, and experiences. But we’re not doing it single-handily: Our Kyndryl Inclusion Networks are only one of many ways we create a workplace where all Kyndryls can find and provide support and advice. This dedication to welcoming everyone into our company means that Kyndryl gives you – and everyone next to you – the ability to bring your whole self to work, individually and collectively, and support the activation of our equitable culture. That’s the Kyndryl Way.
What You Can Expect
With state-of-the-art resources and Fortune 100 clients, every day is an opportunity to innovate, build new capabilities, new relationships, new processes, and new value. Kyndryl cares about your well-being and prides itself on offering benefits that give you choice, reflect the diversity of our employees and support you and your family through the moments that matter – wherever you are in your life journey. Our employee learning programs give you access to the best learning in the industry to receive certifications, including Microsoft, Google, Amazon, Skillsoft, and many more. Through our company-wide volunteering and giving platform, you can donate, start fundraisers, volunteer, and search over 2 million non-profit organizations. At Kyndryl, we invest heavily in you, we want you to succeed so that together, we will all succeed.
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Kyndryl is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, pregnancy, disability, age, veteran status, or other characteristics. Kyndryl is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.