All,
 
I am posting this for another division in my office. If you have
questions about the position you can contact the Local Records Program
directly at 573-751-9047. You can view the job announcement at
http://www.sos.mo.gov/jobs/lr_archivist.asp. Thanks.
 
Craig Kelso, CRM, CA 
Director of Records Management 
Office of the Secretary of State 
Records Management Division 
600 W. Main 
Jefferson City, MO 65101 
573-751-4502 

 

Position Title:  Archivist


Starting Salary:  $2,824 monthly


Location:  Kansas City Metro Area 


Department/Division:  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/presentation 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.


Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:


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 environment conditions that may contain
dust and mold.


Qualifications:


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

Application Procedure:

Application materials (cover letter, resume, completed application) may
be mailed to: Attention: Archivist, Office of the Secretary of State,
P.O. Box 1767, Jefferson City, MO 65102. EOE.


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