MARA Blog: Careers
The Impact of Big Data on Information Governance
Friday’s forward-look: big data meets IG.
Published by Andrew Wiegert, December 5th, 2025
Fridays are a good time to step back and look at the bigger picture. Future Friday offers a glimpse into the changes and emerging ideas that may shape our work in the months ahead. Take a moment to see what’s guiding the road forward.
This article explores how organizations are coping with big data volumes, information governance, and the twin demands of value and compliance.
Insight Section:
Future Friday: Archives Collection Manager – University of North Texas System
Direct collection strategy and accessibility in a major academic archives setting.
Published by Andrew Wiegert, November 14th, 2025
The University of North Texas System is hiring an Archives Collection Manager in Denton, TX. This leadership role involves overseeing ArchivesSpace implementations, descriptive standards, and user access workflows. It’s ideal for MARA graduates seeking a role where they shape institutional archival practices and/or lead digital transitions in higher education.
https://careers.untsystem.edu/jobs/archives-collection-manager-denton-texas-united-states?utm
Future Friday: Digitization Program Manager – Rockefeller Archive Center
Lead archival modernization and preservation strategy in a specialized environment.
Published by Andrew Wiegert, November 7th, 2025
The Rockefeller Archive Center seeks a Program Manager for digitization based in the U.S. Candidates will oversee major projects, manage resources, and support equitable access to archival records. This role suits those interested in bridging archival theory, technology, and institutional leadership—excellent for MARA graduates concentrating on preservation or digital archives.
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https://rockarch.org/about-us/employment-opportunities/digitization-program-manager/?utm
Future Friday: Senior Information Governance Analyst – Sidley Austin, Chicago
Step into the legal information-governance spotlight with a top-tier firm.
Published by Andrew Wiegert, October 31st, 2025
The law firm Sidley Austin LLP is seeking a Senior Information Governance Analyst in Chicago, IL. This full-time role requires 8+ years of IG, records or IT experience and offers a salary range around $110,000–$120,000. It emphasizes developing IG programs, training staff, and partnering with cross-functional teams. Ideal for MARA graduates ready to lead governance in a high-stakes professional environment.
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Archives and Special Collections Roles at Millersville University
Join Millersville University’s archives team - apply today
Published by Andrew Wiegert, October 24th, 2025
Happy Future Friday! To close out the week, we showcase a professional-level job posting in archives, records management, or digital preservation. While these positions may be a step beyond where you are now, they’re meant to inspire you to think about your future trajectory – the skills, certifications, and experiences that will get you there.
Archivist Position at Southern University’s John B. Cade Library
Preserve history at Southern University — archivist role open.
Published by Andrew Wiegert, October 17th, 2025
Happy Future Friday! To close out the week, we showcase a professional-level job posting in archives, records management, or digital preservation. While these positions may be a step beyond where you are now, they’re meant to inspire you to think about your future trajectory – the skills, certifications, and experiences that will get you there.
Digital Archivist Position at CU Boulder Libraries
Shape the future of digital archives at CU Boulder.
Published by Andrew Wiegert, October 10th, 2025
Happy Future Friday! To close out the week, we showcase a professional-level job posting in archives, records management, or digital preservation. While these positions may be a step beyond where you are now, they’re meant to inspire you to think about your future trajectory – the skills, certifications, and experiences that will get you there.
Supervisor of Records Management Role Open in Washington, D.C.
Lead records management in the nation’s capital.
Published by Andrew Wiegert, October 3rd, 2025
Supervisor of Records Management Role Open in Washington, D.C.
Happy Future Friday! To close out the week, we showcase a professional-level job posting in archives, records management, or digital preservation. While these positions may be a step beyond where you are now, they’re meant to inspire you to think about your future trajectory - the skills, certifications, and experiences that will get you there.
Manager of Data Governance – Ropes & Gray LLP
Shape enterprise-wide data standards and stewardship.
Published by Andrew Wiegert, October 3rd, 2025
You’ll lead the firm’s data governance initiatives—defining policies, managing metadata, overseeing data quality, and promoting data stewardship and compliance through catalogs/stewardship platforms like Collibra or Ataccama. Collaboration with legal, compliance, and tech stakeholders is a key part of the role.
Link:
https://careers-ropesgray.icims.com/jobs/8684/manager-of-data-governance/job
Director of Knowledge, Records, and Information Management – John D. & Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation (Chicago, IL / Hybrid)
Lead transformative record-keeping in philanthropy.
Published by Andrew Wiegert, September 26th, 2025
A senior leadership role, you’ll develop and implement strategies for knowledge, records, and RIM across the Foundation. Key tasks include leveraging AI and other technologies for efficient information access, guiding cultural adoption, and overseeing lifecycle policies. This is a high-impact role at the intersection of information stewardship and innovation.
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Information Governance Specialist – Ropes & Gray LLP (Boston, MA)
Become a trusted IG advisor in a top global law firm.
Published by Andrew Wiegert, September 19th, 2025
As part of the Information Governance (IG) team, you’ll manage the lifecycle of client and firm data, from indexing physical records and guiding users through email/data migration, to ensuring disposition compliance and mentoring staff. Expect a dynamic role collaborating across levels and systems like iManage, Relativity, and IRM tools.
Link:
https://slis-jobline.simmons.edu/2024/11/12/information-governance-specialist-ropes-gray/
Records Manager & Information Governance Specialist Riemer & Braunstein LLP (Boston, MA)
Lead records strategy at a respected law firm.
Published by Andrew Wiegert, September 12th, 2025
Riemer & Braunstein LLP seeks a skilled professional with 3+ years’ experience in records management or information governance—ideally within legal or regulated contexts. Key qualifications include a bachelor’s degree (advanced degree or certifications like CRM, IGP, CIP preferred), deep knowledge of GDPR, HIPAA, NIST, and a proven ability to manage sensitive data in secure environments. This role favors autonomous initiative and cross-department collaboration.
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The California State Archives now has Graduate Internship positions available!
Apply by: August 31, 2025
Published by Andrew Wiegert, August 21st, 2025
Archives Technician – Lake Mead National Recreation Area via Great Basin Institute
Boulder City, NV - Help archive nature’s stories in the desert sands
Published by Andrew Wiegert, September 5th, 2025
Digital Archivist – Mount Auburn Cemetery
Cambridge, MA - Digitizing history in America’s oldest garden cemetery
Published by Andrew Wiegert, August 29th, 2025
Library Archives Operations Manager – Charlotte Mecklenburg Library
Charlotte, NC - Manage Charlotte’s collective memory with style
Published by Andrew Wiegert, August 22nd, 2025
Institutional Archivist – The National WWII Museum
New Orleans, LA - Guard history where stories shaped our world.
Published by Andrew Wiegert, August 15th, 2025
Police Records Manager – City of Greeley, CO
Protecting public trust—Greeley wants a records champion for law enforcement.
Published by Andrew Wiegert, August 8th, 2025
The City of Greeley, Colorado, is hiring a Police Records Manager to oversee the management, security, and access of police department records. This full-time municipal position requires applicants to be well-versed in computerized records systems, law enforcement documentation standards, and state data privacy rules. You’ll play a crucial role in maintaining integrity and transparency—ensuring that incident reports, criminal history files, and public information requests are processed accurately and efficiently.
Records & Information Management Analyst II/I – Energy Northwest, Richland, WA
Power your career—drive enterprise-wide records strategy at Energy Northwest.
Published by Andrew Wiegert, August 1st, 2025
Energy Northwest, a public power utility in Richland, Washington, is seeking a Records & Information Management Analyst II/I—a role open and accepting applications for at least the next 30 days. This full-time position (with a salary range of $80,704–$139,124) focuses on designing and implementing structures for enterprise-wide content and records management, information governance, and retention policies.