Archivist | Texas State Library and Archives Commission (Austin, TX)
Job Summary
Performs routine (journey-level) archival work. Work involves organizing, analyzing, and preserving records,
- archives, and manuscripts; preparing basic inventories, indexes, guides, and aids to facilitate access to information;
and conducting research. Works under moderate supervision, with limited latitude for the use of initiative and
independent judgment.
Organizes and processes government records and manuscripts in various formats including electronicPrepares indexes, inventories, EAD / DACS-compliant finding aids, and metadata, and provides information for catalog records, in accordance with accepted standardsResearches, reviews, and appraises government records and manuscripts in all formats for archival value; recommends appropriate disposition; reviews records retention schedule appraisalsFacilitates transfers of archival records from state agencies and donations of manuscripts from individuals; prepares accession recordsMay review records for information excepted from disclosure by the Texas Public Information Act and assist with redaction of restricted records, which may include disturbing images or informationProvides basic reference, research, and technical assistance to State Archives customers in person, by phone, or mailPerforms basic collection preservation, holdings maintenance, and relocation as required; identifies and recommends candidates for conservation treatmentAttends work regularly and in accordance with agency leave and attendance policiesComplies with all applicable agency policies and procedures, including safety and standards of conductOther Tasks
Assists with division outreach efforts including exhibits, presentations, and social media postsMay serve on internal committeesPerforms other duties as assignedMinimum Qualifications
Master’s degree from an accredited college or university with a major in history, government, library science, or related discipline, with at least 3 semester hours completed in archival administrationWork experience which can include intern, capstone, or volunteer experience equal to at least 6 months in the arrangement and description of archives and manuscriptsExperience using word processing, database, and spreadsheet applicationsPreferred Qualifications
Experience using DACS, EAD, XML, and MARCExperience conducting research or assisting others in an archive settingExperience accessioning archival materialsExperience processing and preparing finding aids for government records or manuscriptsExperience appraising government records or manuscriptsExperience processing electronic recordsExperience working with database or archival content management systemsCoursework in Texas history and / or governmentExperience responding to requests under the Texas Public Information ActDigital Archives Specialist certificateKnowledge Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of archival methodology, practices, procedures, and standardsKnowledge of archival principles, techniques, and standards in order to make critical judgments in the analysis and processing of materials in a variety of media, including appraisal, accessioning, arrangement, description, preservation, and referenceKnowledge of standard research practicesSkill in the use of standard office equipment and softwareAbility to work semi-independently and to exercise professional judgmentAbility to collect, organize, research, and interpret information from various sources and to compose descriptive narrativesAbility to communicate effectively both orally and in writingAbility to work in a team environmentAbility to communicate effectively, both orally and in writingAbility to write articles, reports, or annotationsAbility to handle multiple tasks, set priorities, and perform work independently3,830 - $4,039.40 / Month
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