I am posting this for another section in the Records Services Division.
Please do not respond to me. If you have questions, please contact the
HR department. Thanks.

Craig Kelso
Records Management Division
Missouri Secretary of State's Office
600 W. Main
Jefferson City, MO 65101
573-526-1258


OFFICE OF THE MISSOURI SECRETARY OF STATE

Vacancy Notice
To our applicants with disabilities: If you need assistance with this or
any phase of the employment process, please contact our Personnel Office
at (573) 526-7319. Reasonable attempts will be made to accommodate your
needs.

POSITION TITLE:
Archivist

STARTING SALARY:
$2,524-$2,616/month, Range 22

LOCATION:
Southwest Missouri; Lebanon preferred.

Department/Division:
Missouri State Archives - Local Records Preservation Program

General Responsibilities:
This position is primarily responsible for providing records management
and archival preservation advice and assistance to local government
offices.
The archivist consults with public officials on records creation,
maintenance, storage, and disposition issues; provides advice and
information on public records concerns, micrographics and other imaging
technologies, records filing and storage systems, and disaster recovery
and assistance; and conducts workshops/presentations to meet the needs
of local officials. The archivist carries out the following direct
program efforts: identifying and appraising record series, conducting
records inventories, implementing approved retention schedules,
employing the efficient use of storage space and equipment, arranging
and describing government records, performing basic conservation
treatments, and preparing records for microfilming and digitization. The
archivist also assists in the administration and oversight of the Local
Records grant projects.

Skills:
Knowledge of records management and archival principles, techniques, and
practices. Familiarity with various types of local government offices
and records series. Ability to express oneself clearly and effectively
in written and oral form. Ability to establish and maintain effective
working relationships with public officials. Ability to work well within
a flexible work routine and within prioritized project schedules.
Ability to use laptop computer and familiarity with Microsoft
applications (Word, Access, Excel, and Outlook). Must be able to drive
statewide for day trips and engage in a modest amount of overnight
travel. Use of personal vehicle required, mileage reimbursed. Ability to
lift and carry a forty-pound box, climb ladders to retrieve materials,
and work in varied environmental conditions that may contain dust and
mold.

Qualifications:
This position requires a master's degree in archival studies, library
science (with an archival component), American history, or ten or more
years experience in the above fields. Certified Archivist designation or
the commitment to obtain such is required. A valid Missouri driver's
license is required.

Posting Period:
Position posted November 3, 2005 for a minimum posting period of 30
days. The minimum posting period will end December 2, 2005.
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 submitted to: Attention: Archivist, Human Resources, Office of the
Secretary of State, P.O. Box 1767, Jefferson City, MO 65102. EOE.
Applications can be downloaded from the Secretary of State's website at
http://www.sos.mo.gov/jobs.asp.

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