Records Management Specialist

Job Type

Full-time

Description

The Records Management Specialist position is for a major federal agency records and information management program. The Specialists will be responsible for searching, maintenance, and retrieval of an organization's records. The Specialists implement policies, ensures compliance with legal requirements, and oversee the lifecycle of records from creation to disposal. The Specialists work with various departments to assess recordkeeping needs, provides training on records management best practices, and assists in the implementation of electronic document management systems. Attention to detail, knowledge of records management standards, and the ability to adapt to evolving technologies are key aspects of this role.

Responsibilities

• Search, maintain, and retrieve organizational records.
• Implement policies and ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.
• Oversee the lifecycle of records from creation to disposal.
• Collaborate with departments to assess recordkeeping needs.
• Provide training on records management best practices.
• Assist in implementing electronic document management systems.
• Apply records management standards and adapt to evolving technologies.

Requirements

• Minimum of two (2) years of experience developing or maintaining records management programs that support the Government.
• Experience drafting records management artifacts in accordance with NARA requirements.
• Specialized experience editing, drafting, and writing file plans, records inventories, and records schedules.
• Experience performing analytical studies and projects related to records management improvement, productivity, and controls.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in information, business, or a related discipline.
• Experience with electronic document management systems.
• Strong knowledge of records management standards and best practices.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit for long periods of time and to maintain focus on projects such as computer screens or detailed paperwork.
• Occasionally lifting of items weighing up to twenty-five (25) pounds such as files, books, and other materials.

Benefits

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
• Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
• Short Term & Long-Term Disability
• Training & Development

EEO Statement

The company and its subsidiaries are an equal opportunity employer and celebrate the population of differences and does not discriminate in its hiring/hiring practices, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Nothing in this job specification restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

Critical features of this job are described under various headings above. They may be subject to change at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons. The above statements are strictly intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as a complete list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of employees in this position.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.

To perform this job successfully, the incumbents will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently.

Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at will" relationship.