POSITION TITLE: Archivist (Visual Materials)
STARTING SALARY: $2,996-$3,225/month
LOCATION: Kirkpatrick State Information Center
600 West Main Street
Jefferson City, MO 65101
DEPARTMENT/DIVISION: Missouri State Archives
Definition:
This is a professional position that comprises a variety of standard archival practices, including, but not limited to, accessioning, arranging, housing, labeling, describing, and creating finding aids for state-created records of permanent historical value. This position reports to the Assistant State Archivist.
The archivist performs necessary work to assure the preservation and accessibility of historically accurate information. Assignments involve conducting inventories and surveys; recommending policies and procedures for managing records; and processing records for patron access.
NOTE: The examples of work performed for this title are for illustrative purposes only. A particular position using this title may not perform all duties listed in this job specification. Conversely, all duties performed on the job may not be listed.
Job functions and/or general responsibilities:
· Provides physical processing of incoming visual materials (photographs, maps, and motion picture film among other visual media) including receipt, labeling, removal of duplicate or harmful materials, shelving, and filing.
· Uses CONTENTdm digital management software to establish intellectual control over accessioned records and promotes access to the information that the records contain by the creation of descriptions.
· Prepares written reports on processing before creating finding aids.
· Recommends policies and procedures for management of visual materials.
· Identifies conservation problems and makes recommendations for preservation.
· Explains archival search methods to researchers.
· Performs direct archival research for government employees and officials, scholars, attorneys, the public, etc.
· Assists reference staff with correspondence and researchers, as needed.
· Works with Missouri Digital Heritage staff to provide digital access to statewide collections.
· Advises staff, volunteers, and interns on tasks related to job functions.
· Works on a wide variety of special projects, including, but not limited to, exhibit planning and production and promoting the Archives through public outreach and publications.
Knowledge, skills, and abilities:
· Knowledge of archival principles and established archival practices.
· Broad knowledge of Missouri history.
· Knowledge of the organization of state government.
· Knowledge of sources, methods, and techniques used in historical research.
· Some knowledge of the principles and practices of supervision.
· Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates, public officials, private groups, and the public.
· Ability to express ideas clearly and concisely orally and in writing.
Qualifications:
· A master’s degree in history, archival administration, historical administration, or library science (with an archival component) is preferred, as is archival certification from the Academy of Certified Archivists.
· Experience working with CONTENTdm digital collection management software strongly preferred.
· Working knowledge of Adobe Photoshop and scanning experience strongly preferred.
· Knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Word, Outlook, Access, and Excel.
· Must be able to lift and carry a forty-pound box and climb a ladder to retrieve materials.
Posting Period: Position posted September 1, 2010. The minimum posting period will end October 1, 2010. After the minimum posting period, the position may be closed to new applicants and filled at any time.
Application Procedures: Application materials (cover letter, resume, completed application) may be mailed to: Attention: Archivist (Visual Materials), Human Resources, Office of the Secretary of State, P.O. Box 1767, Jefferson City, MO 65101. EOE.
Source: Thanks to Christina Johnson for passing this announcement along to me!
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