Archivist | Texas State Library and Archives Commission (Austin, TX) Job at Sout

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 electronic

Prepares indexes, inventories, EAD / DACS-compliant finding aids, and metadata, and provides information for catalog records, in accordance with accepted standards

Researches, reviews, and appraises government records and manuscripts in all formats for archival value; recommends appropriate disposition; reviews records retention schedule appraisals

Facilitates transfers of archival records from state agencies and donations of manuscripts from individuals; prepares accession records

May 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 information

Provides basic reference, research, and technical assistance to State Archives customers in person, by phone, or mail

Performs basic collection preservation, holdings maintenance, and relocation as required; identifies and recommends candidates for conservation treatment

Attends work regularly and in accordance with agency leave and attendance policies

Complies with all applicable agency policies and procedures, including safety and standards of conduct

Other Tasks

Assists with division outreach efforts including exhibits, presentations, and social media posts

May serve on internal committees

Performs other duties as assigned

Minimum 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 administration

Work experience which can include intern, capstone, or volunteer experience equal to at least 6 months in the arrangement and description of archives and manuscripts

Experience using word processing, database, and spreadsheet applications

Preferred Qualifications

Experience using DACS, EAD, XML, and MARC

Experience conducting research or assisting others in an archive setting

Experience accessioning archival materials

Experience processing and preparing finding aids for government records or manuscripts

Experience appraising government records or manuscripts

Experience processing electronic records

Experience working with database or archival content management systems

Coursework in Texas history and / or government

Experience responding to requests under the Texas Public Information Act

Digital Archives Specialist certificate

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of archival methodology, practices, procedures, and standards

Knowledge 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 reference

Knowledge of standard research practices

Skill in the use of standard office equipment and software

Ability to work semi-independently and to exercise professional judgment

Ability to collect, organize, research, and interpret information from various sources and to compose descriptive narratives

Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing

Ability to work in a team environment

Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing

Ability to write articles, reports, or annotations

Ability to handle multiple tasks, set priorities, and perform work independently

$3,830 - $4,039.40 / Month

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