The Massachusetts Archives, a division of the office of the Secretary of the
Commonwealth, is accepting applications for the position of Records
Management and Acquisitions Archivist.  This is a permanent, full-time
position and may include Saturday hours.

The records management program in the Massachusetts Archives includes the
development of policies and standards; outreach, training, and public
relations activities; surveys, scheduling, and consultations with state
agencies.  The Records Management and Acquisitions Archivist will work with
the State Archivist to help develop, plan, coordinate, implement, and
document all aspects of the records management program for government
records of all media in Massachusetts.  The archivist works under the
direction of the State Archivist, and in conjunction with the Supervisor of
Public Records, the Records Conservation Board, and the State Records
Center.

Duties and Responsibilities:
        1.      Maintains and updates the Massachusetts Statewide Records
Retention Schedule.
        2.      Manages the appraisal, acquisition, and transfer of archival
records to the Massachusetts Archives.
        3.      Coordinates the appraisal and transfer of records to the
State Records Center.
        4.      Creates electronic systems information management plans.
        5.      Advises government agencies on records management issues
such as filing design, records retention, records destruction, and
reorganization.
        6.      Helps plan and develop policies and procedures for
electronic records, storage of hardcopy records, and agency compliance.

Qualifications:
        1.      Thorough knowledge of records management theory and
practice, with demonstrated experience creating records schedules.
Knowledgeable in national and international industry standards such as ISO,
AIIM, DOD, and Dublin Core
        2.      Thorough knowledge of archival practice, particularly as it
relates to identifying and appraising archival records
        3.      Understanding of basic electronic formats and media and the
principles of digital archives
        4.      Working knowledge of Massachusetts history, contemporary
state administration, and relevant law and regulations at all jurisdictional
levels, with ability to engage in related legal research
        5.      Masters degree in archival administration/records
management, information science, history, or allied field
        6.      Minimum three years' work experience in an archives,
research library, or similar institution

Required Skills:
        1.      Good computer skills, familiarity with MARC AMC format, and
ability to design and/or work with a variety of databases
        2.      Good oral and written communications skills
        3.      Ability to work independently or as part of a team
        4.      Strong commitment to public service
        5.      Ability to perform physical work, including lifting and
carrying forty pound boxes
        6.      Valid driver's license

Salary:  Commensurate with experience

Availability:  Immediate

Qualified applicants should send a resume and letter of interest to:
Martha Clark
Massachusetts Archives
220 Morrissey Boulevard
Boston, MA  02125
Fax:  617-288-8429
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Martha Clark
Curator

Massachusetts Archives
220 Morrissey Blvd.
Boston, MA  02125
617/727-2816 x238

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