Director, Smithsonian Institution Archives (SIA)
Smithsonian Institution

The Director of the Smithsonian Institution Archives is the Archivist of
the Smithsonian and the senior archivist of the Institution. The
successful candidate will be an experienced professional with a record
of innovative leadership of archival programs, excellent communications
and management skills, and knowledge of recent developments in archival
preservation and information technologies.  The Director leads an
experienced staff of twenty that develops and implements
Institution-wide policies and standards for records management and
institutional history, operates a conservation laboratory, and develops
the electronic records program. The Director coordinates policies for
the management of the Smithsonian's vast archival collections and is the
leader and spokesperson for the Smithsonian archival community to both
internal and external audiences.  Ongoing initiatives include a
leadership role in the management of the Institution's digital assets
and the expansion of its electronic records program, a collaborative
project to develop digital archives guidance for small and medium-size
organizations, and continuing the development of the conservation
laboratory.  There are exciting opportunities to explore outreach
programs. While the office is primarily funded through Federal
appropriations, the Director will pursue outside funding for special
projects. 

This is a Federal Civil Service position, reporting to the Institution's
Deputy Secretary and Chief Operating Officer.  For requirements and
application procedures go to http://www.si.edu; click on Jobs; then Job
Opportunities; and scroll to position # 06PH-6060. 

The Smithsonian Institution is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Riccardo Ferrante, Information Technology Archivist
[Email] [log in to unmask] - [Phone] 202.357.1420 - [Fax] 202.357.2395
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