Digitization Operator Job at New York Genealogical and Biographical Society, Syracuse, NY

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  • New York Genealogical and Biographical Society
  • Syracuse, NY

Job Description

The New York Genealogical and Biographical Society (NYG&B) seeks a dedicated and proactive Digitization Operator to assist with the NYG&B’s Central New York Digitization Center operations. This part-time position offers an exciting opportunity for a self-driven technician passionate about historic preservation and digital content.

About the NYG&B 

Founded in 1869, the NYG&B is the oldest and largest genealogical organization in the state of New York and actively works to preserve, record, and share the stories of New York families. The NYG&B serves thousands of members across the United States through its website, newyorkfamilyhistory.org, publications, and programs. Digitize New York is a key initiative of the NYG&B and includes three Digitization Centers across the state: New York City (opened 2022), Syracuse (opened 2024), and Buffalo (opened 2025).

Position Overview 

The Part-Time Center Digitization Operator carries out center activities at the direction of Coordinator, Digitize New York, within the NYG&B’s Central New York Digitization Center. The position works with a core element of the NYG&B’s mission: to preserve and make accessible physical collections of historical material from across New York state.

This in-person, part-time position requires the physical presence of the Operator in the Central New York Center, located in Syracuse, New York, for up to 16 hours a week.

Key Responsibilities 

Digitization Center Tasks

  • Scan documents using a CopiBook OS A2 Scanner, ScanSnap feeder scanner, or hovercam scanner.
  • Use LIMB Processing software to enhance, enrich, and convert scanned documents as needed.
  • Other Digitization-related tasks as needed

Qualifications 

  • Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
  • Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Excellent problem-solving, communication, and decision-making skills.
  • Experience with Scantheus and LIMB Processing software (preferred).
  • Interest in digital content creation, archives, or digital librarianship.
  • Interest in genealogy and historical preservation (recommended).

Compensation 

  • $16-18 hourly for a maximum of 16 hours a week

To apply, submit a resume and cover letter to adminaccounts@nygbs.org. Applications submitted without a cover letter will not be considered. 

Pay: $16.00 - $18.00 per hour

Work Location: In person

Job Tags

Hourly pay, 16 hours, Part time

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