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Archivist | Texas State Library and Archives Commission (Austin, TX) Job Summary Performs routine (journey-level) archival work. Work involves organizing, analyzing, and preserving records, archives, and manuscripts; preparing basic inventories, indexes, guides, and aids to facilitate access to information; and conducting research. Works under moderate supervision, with limited latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. Organizes and processes government records and manuscripts in various formats including electronic Prepares indexes, inventories, EAD/DACS-compliant finding aids, and metadata, and provides information for catalog records, in accordance with accepted standards Researches, reviews, and appraises government records and manuscripts in all formats for archival value; recommends appropriate disposition; reviews records retention schedule appraisals Facilitates transfers of archival records from state agencies and donations of manuscripts from individuals; prepares accession records May review records for information excepted from disclosure by the Texas Public Information Act and assist with redaction of restricted records, which may include disturbing images or information Provides basic reference, research, and technical assistance to State Archives customers in person, by phone, or mail Performs basic collection preservation, holdings maintenance, and relocation as required; identifies and recommends candidates for conservation treatment Attends work regularly and in accordance with agency leave and attendance policies Complies with all applicable agency policies and procedures, including safety and standards of conduct Other Tasks Assists with division outreach efforts including exhibits, presentations, and social media posts May serve on internal committees Performs other duties as assigned Minimum Qualifications Master’s degree from an accredited college or university with a major in history, government, library science, or related discipline, with at least 3 semester hours completed in archival administration Work experience which can include intern, capstone, or volunteer experience equal to at least 6 months in the arrangement and description of archives and manuscripts Experience using word processing, database, and spreadsheet applications Preferred Qualifications Experience using DACS, EAD, XML, and MARC Experience conducting research or assisting others in an archive setting Experience accessioning archival materials Experience processing and preparing finding aids for government records or manuscripts Experience appraising government records or manuscripts Experience processing electronic records Experience working with database or archival content management systems Coursework in Texas history and/or government Experience responding to requests under the Texas Public Information Act Digital Archives Specialist certificate Knowledge Skills and Abilities Knowledge of archival methodology, practices, procedures, and standards Knowledge of archival principles, techniques, and standards in order to make critical judgments in the analysis and processing of materials in a variety of media, including appraisal, accessioning, arrangement, description, preservation, and reference Knowledge of standard research practices Skill in the use of standard office equipment and software Ability to work semi-independently and to exercise professional judgment Ability to collect, organize, research, and interpret information from various sources and to compose descriptive narratives Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing Ability to work in a team environment Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing Ability to write articles, reports, or annotations Ability to handle multiple tasks, set priorities, and perform work independently $3,830 - $4,039.40 /Month For more information and to apply, please visit this link . #J-18808-Ljbffr Southwest Archivists

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