The State Archives of North Carolina has an opening for a Digital Government Records Archivist (Archivist II). Applications must be made through the State of North Carolina's Office of State Human Resources website: https://agency.governmentjobs.com/northcarolina/job_bulletin.cfm?JobID=2436724
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STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA invites applications for the position of:
Digital Government Records Archivist
JOB CLASS TITLE: Archivist II
POSITION NUMBER: 60083344
DEPARTMENT: Dept of Natural and Cultural Resources
DIVISION/SECTION: Archives & Records
APPOINTMENT TYPE: Permanent Full-Time
WORK LOCATION: Wake County
OPENING DATE: 05/23/19
CLOSING DATE:06/06/19 5:00 PM Eastern Time
DESCRIPTION OF WORK:
**Recruitment Range: $42,780 - $43,636*
Salary Grade: GN11
This position is located at:
State Records Center (State Archives of North Carolina)
215 North Blount Street
Raleigh, NC
Department Information:
The Department of Natural and Cultural Resources' (DNCR) vision is to be the leader in using the state's natural and cultural resources to build the social, cultural, educational and economic future of North Carolina. Our mission is to improve quality of life by creating opportunities to experience excellence in the arts, history, libraries and nature throughout North Carolina. The Department works to stimulate learning, inspire creativity, preserve the state's history, conserve the state's natural heritage, encourage recreation and cultural tourism, and promote economic development. Our goal is to promote equity and inclusion among our employees and our programming to reflect and celebrate our state's diverse population, culture, and history by expanding engagement with diverse individuals and communities. We encourage you to apply to become a part of our team.
Division Information:
The Division of Archives and Records (State Archives of North Carolina) vision is to be a national leader in providing quality guidance on information stewardship in North Carolina and in creating simplified and integrated access to authentic information. The State Archives of North Carolina's mission is to collect, preserve, manage and provide access to information that protects citizen rights, documents North Carolina history and culture, promotes transparency, and encourages stewardship of government records.
Description of Work:
The Records Description Unit of the Government Records Section seeks a Digital Government Records Archivist to serve as a specialist in arranging and describing born-digital content. The position is responsible for providing a wide range of archival services such as:
- appraising records for archival value;
- performing preservation actions on born-digital records;
- processing records of all formats (including audio-visual);
- increasing access by producing descriptive metadata and producing finding aids;
- providing timely and accurate reference services for processed and unprocessed collections;
- and researching and applying confidentiality statutes to restricted materials.
The archivist collaborates with other description archivists to incorporate digital records processing into their workflows and works directly with the Digital Services Section to ensure the seamless transition of born-digital and digitized records from creating agencies to the digital repository. Occasional in-state travel and overnight travel required (transportation and per diem expenses reimbursed). Occasional Saturday work in the Archives' Public Services Unit (Search Room) required.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES / COMPETENCIES:
To receive credit for your work history and credentials, you must provide the information on the application form. Any information omitted from the application form, listed as general statements, listed under the text resume section, or on an attachment will not be considered for qualifying credit.
In order to qualify for this position, you must meet ALL the following KSA's listed below:
1.Academic training in archival management, library and information science, history, or public administration.
2.Archival arrangement and description experience.
3.Academic or work experience in applying archival techniques and metadata standards in the appraisal, arrangement, preservation, and description of born-digital archival records.
4.Demonstrated knowledge in an academic and/or work environment, to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
5.Demonstrated knowledge in an academic and/or work environment, to establish and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues and provide customer service.
6.Valid NC Driver's License, or be able to obtain one within 30 days of employment.
7.Must be able to lift at least 40 lbs. and can unpack, shelve, and shift large quantities of archival materials. May be required to stand for long periods of time.
8.Must be able to work in an environment in which exposure to chemicals, dust, and mold may be present
9. Must be able to work on Saturdays, when requested.
Management preferences:
1. Two years progressive experience in archival or records management work.
2. Thorough knowledge of records management techniques and best practices, including electronic records management.
3. Academic or work experience in developing and delivering training and coordinating the work of others.
**Due to academic requested training, a college transcript must be uploaded for verification.**
MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
Master's degree in history, public history, public administration or a related social science discipline from an appropriately accredited institution and one year progressive experience in archives and records work; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Management preference:
Master's degree in library science, public history, history, public administration or related social science.
SUPPLEMENTAL AND CONTACT INFORMATION:
Contact Information:
The Department of Natural and Cultural Resources (DNCR) selects applicants for employment based on required education and experience and job-related knowledge, skills, and abilities without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, political affiliation or political influence.
Please be sure to complete the application in full. Resumes may be uploaded with your application, but will not be accepted in lieu of a fully completed application and will not be considered for qualifying credit. "See Resume" or "See Attachment" will NOT be accepted.
Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions. Transcripts, and degree evaluations may be uploaded with your application. To obtain veterans preference, you must scan and upload a copy of your DD-214 or discharge orders.
Technical issues submitting your application, please call the NeoGov Help Line at 855-524-5627.
Applicants requesting and receiving an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) are eligible to submit paper applications via mail or by fax. Please call the human resources office for assistance.
Please refrain from submitting multiple applications, however; If multiple applications are submitted to an individual posting, only the most recent application received prior to the closing date will be accepted. Applications must be submitted by 5:00 PM on the closing date.
Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information regarding the status of your application over the phone. To check the status of your application, please log in to your account. Upon the closing date, applications are "Under Review" and will be screened by Human Resources for the qualified applicants. The hiring process may take an average of 6 – 8 weeks.
It is the policy of the State of North Carolina and the N.C. Department of Natural and Cultural Resources that all employees provide proof of employment eligibility (immigration and naturalization) on the first day of employment. We participate in E-Verify (Employment Eligibility Verification System).
CONTACT INFORMATION:
N.C. Department of Natural and Cultural Resources
Division of Human Resources
4603 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-4603
Phone: 919-814-6670
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Kelly Policelli
Records Description Unit Supervisor
State Archives of North Carolina
Raleigh, NC
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