CURRENT OFFERINGS:
COLLECTIONS ARCHIVIST – New York, NY
LEAD ARCHIVIST – Seattle,WA
The Winthrop Group has an immediate opening for a full-time Lead Archivist to represent the firm’s archival consulting practice in the Pacific Northwest. We are seeking a thoughtful and entrepreneurial archivist with exceptional interpersonal skills who is excited by the opportunity to work directly with organizations to develop their archives and records programs. The Lead Archivist will advise clients on how to organize and activate their historical resources, improve stewardship, and make their archives more accessible and meaningful.
This position is well suited to an archivist who enjoys engaging with a diverse range of organizations and challenges. Winthrop works with a broad range of organizations, including corporations, nonprofits, universities, foundations, and private archives. As a consulting archivist, you will launch and develop archival programs, survey collections, design practical solutions, and guide organizations in creating sustainable archives that support research, storytelling, and institutional memory.
The role requires someone who is comfortable working independently and collaborating with colleagues across the country. While prior consulting or business development experience is not required, the ideal candidate will be enthusiastic about building relationships with clients, identifying opportunities, and growing professional networks. Curiosity, initiative, and a passion for helping organizations connect with their history are essential for success in this role.
Key Responsibilities
Required Qualifications
Preferred Skills
Compensation & Benefits
$72,000 – $90,000, commensurate with experience, with potential for performance-based incentives tied to business development.
Winthrop offers a competitive benefits package that includes medical, dental, prescription, and vision coverage; a flexible spending account for eligible healthcare expenses; 401(k) retirement plan after one year of employment; paid time off and holidays; and annual professional development funding.
Application Instructions
To apply, please send a cover letter, resume, writing sample, and contact information for three references to careers@winthropgroup.com with the subject line “Lead Archivist – Seattle, WA.”
About The Winthrop Group
Founded in 1982, The Winthrop Group provides professional archives and history services to nonprofits, businesses, foundations, museums, educational institutions, performing arts organizations, families, and individuals. We help our clients capture, organize, preserve, and learn from their pasts, creating valuable resources of knowledge and insight with a multitude of practical applications.
EEO Statement
Winthrop welcomes applicants of all backgrounds and experiences and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, veteran status, or ability. Members of communities historically underrepresented in the archival profession are encouraged to apply.
COLLECTIONS ARCHIVIST – New York, NY
The Winthrop Group is conducting a personnel search for a full-time Collections Archivist to work in the business archives of a high-profile financial services firm. This is a 16-month position, with the possibility of extension based on client requirements and satisfaction. The Collections Archivist will be based onsite at one of the company’s offices in New York City, with some work at an offsite storage facility in New Jersey. Typical work hours are from 8:30am-5:00pm or 9:00am-5:30pm. Employment is subject to a background screening, signing of a non-disclosure agreement, and completing client’s onboarding process.
Position Summary
The Collections Archivist will work in close collaboration and be supervised by the Archivist for the Firm Historian Office. The Collections Archivist will be responsible for processing collections, supporting the upgrading of the Archives operations and services, and implementing a prioritized workplan aligned with organizational priorities. Tasks will include archival processing, policy development, digitization management, fulfilling reference requests, and supporting outreach, as requested. The Collections Archivist will serve as Winthrop’s onsite archivist and will coordinate with the rest of the Winthrop team and the client’s team involved with this project.
Key Responsibilities
Processing, Access, and Outreach
Digital Asset Management – in coordination with Winthrop Digital Archivist
Digitization
Collection Storage & Supplies
Communications
Required Qualifications
Preferred Skills
Compensation
Annual: $72,000 - $85,000 commensurate with experience. Includes strong benefits package (health, dental, and vision) and life insurance. All full-time Winthrop employees receive paid time off and annual funding and support for professional development.
Application Instructions
To apply, please send a cover letter, resume, writing sample, and contact information for three references to careers@winthropgroup.com with the subject line “Collections Archivist – New York City”
About The Winthrop Group
Founded in 1982, The Winthrop Group provides professional archives and history services to nonprofits, businesses, foundations, museums, educational institutions, performing arts organizations, families, and individuals. We help our clients capture, organize, preserve, and learn from their pasts, creating valuable resources of knowledge and insight with a multitude of practical applications.
EEO Statement
Winthrop welcomes applicants of all backgrounds and experiences and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, veteran status, or ability. Members of communities historically underrepresented in the archival profession are encouraged to apply.