Texas State Library and Archives
Division: Archives and Information Services
Position Title: Archivist I-II (Commensurate with Experience)
Work Location:1201 Brazos - Austin, TX 78701
Working Hours: M-F 8:00 am-5:00 pm
Salary Group:B-14, B-16
Classification No.7405 - Archivist I/ 7407 - Archivist II
Job Posting No.00030105
Monthly Salary:$3200 - $4000 a Month
Date Job Available: April 1, 2023
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Archivist I - $3200 - $3400
GENERAL 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.
ESSENTIAL TASKS
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
NON-ESSENTIAL TASKS
Assists with division outreach efforts including exhibits, presentations, and social media posts
May serve on internal committees
Performs other duties as assigned
Archivist II - $3400 - $4000
GENERAL SUMMARY
Performs moderately complex (journey-level) archival work. Work involves collecting, organizing, analyzing, and preserving records, archives, and manuscripts; preparing inventories, indexes, guides, and aids to facilitate access to information; and conducting research. May provide guidance to others. Works under general supervision, with limited latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.
ESSENTIAL TASKS
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
Reviews records for information excepted from disclosure by the Texas Public Information Act and assists with redaction of restricted records, which may include disturbing images or information
Provides professional reference, research, and technical assistance to State Archives customers in person, by phone, or mail
Performs collection preservation, holdings maintenance, and relocation as required; identifies and recommends candidates for conservation treatment
May prepare and digitize archival records and create metadata for digital surrogates
Attends work regularly in accordance with agency leave and attendance policies
Complies with all applicable agency policies and procedures, including safety and standards of conduct
NON-ESSENTIAL TASKS
Assists with division outreach efforts including exhibits, presentations, and social media posts
May train other archivists and volunteers on routine job functions
Assists in the preparation of reports, manuals, and publications
May serve on internal committees
Performs other duties as assigned
Archivist I - $3200 - $3400
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
Knowledge of archival methodology, practices, procedures, and standards
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 move boxes weighing up to 40 pounds
Ability to work in a team environment
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
Knowledge of the Texas Public Information Act
Certified Archivist designation
Digital Archives Specialist certificate
OTHER REQUIREMENTS
College transcripts (undergraduate and graduate) must be submitted at the time of application
Submission of a DACS-compliant finding aid developed solely by the applicant must be received at the time of application
Criminal history check will be required upon contingent offer
Occasional overtime work, including nights and weekends, may be required
SUPERVISION
Reports to Archives Supervisor
Has no supervisory responsibilities
Archivist II - $3400 - $4000
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Master’s degree from an accredited school with a major in history, government, library science or related discipline, with at least 3 semester hours in archival administration
Two years of work experience in the appraisal, arrangement, and description of archives and manuscripts
Work experience using word processing, database, and spreadsheet applications
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 move boxes weighing up to 40 pounds
Ability to work in a team environment
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Work experience using DACS, EAD, XML, and MARC
Work experience conducting research or assisting others in an archive setting
Work experience accessioning archival materials
Work experience processing and preparing finding aids for government records or manuscripts
Work experience appraising government records or manuscripts
Work experience processing electronic records
Work experience with database or archival content management systems
Work experience preparing, digitizing, and adding metadata to archival records
Work experience developing and delivering basic archival training and presenting information to groups
Knowledge of Texas history and government
Knowledge of the Texas Public Information Act
Certified Archivist designation
Digital Archives Specialist certificate
OTHER REQUIREMENTS
College transcripts (undergraduate and graduate) must be submitted at the time of application
Submission of three technical writing samples at time of application, including at least one DACS-compliant finding aid developed solely by the applicant, must be received at the time of application
Criminal history check will be required upon contingent offer
Occasional overtime work, including nights and weekends may be required
SUPERVISION
Reports to Archives Supervisor
Has no supervisory responsibilities
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