Government Records Archivist, Kansas Historical Society, Topeka, KS
Posted February 23, 2016
This position supports the State Archives Division’s program to appraise, acquire, arrange & describe, preserve, and make available to the public permanently valuable Kansas government records.
State of Kansas job posting:
http://admin.ks.gov/services/
Complete position description:
http://www.kshs.org/about/
The Government Records Archivist will:
- Identify, appraise, acquire, arrange, describe and preserve Kansas government records (analog and digital) deemed to possess enduring value;
- Develop records retention and disposition schedules for state and county government agencies;
- Provide guidance to state agencies and local governments on records management and preservation practices;
- Assist with workshops and other training activities;
- Assist in preparing and evaluating grant applications; and
Minimum Qualifications:
Six months of experience in planning, implementing and monitoring activities relevant to the agency’s programs. Education may be substituted for experience as determined relevant by the agency.
Preferred Selection Criteria and Competencies:
Master’s degree in history or library/information science with an archival administration concentration, or a related field is preferred. Certified Archivist credential preferred but not required. Digital Archives Specialist certificate preferred but not required.
The successful applicant will have knowledge of:
- Methods & best practices in the following areas:
- Archival appraisal, arrangement, description, and reference
- Digital preservation
- Records and information management
- Electronic information systems including:
- Document and/or content management systems
- Imaging systems
- Database management systems
- Metadata standards for archives, records management, and digital preservation
- International standards and best practices related to trusted digital repositories
- American history with special emphasis on western and Kansas history
The position requires the ability to:
- work with a variety of people and in a team environment;
- balance multiple projects;
- meet deadlines;
- express ideas clearly, both orally and in writing, to groups with varying expertise in the relevant subject matter;
- develop and present training materials to a broad range of audiences;
- exhibit independent judgment regarding major program changes or policy decisions.
Salary: $36,171 annually
HOW TO APPLY:
The application process has 3 STEPS.
STEP 1: Register by completing the online Personal Data Form:
https://admin.ks.gov/services/
Note: Skip this step if you already have an Applicant ID number.
STEP 2: Complete the State of Kansas online Application Form:
https://admin.ks.gov/services/
Select Historical Society and submit.
STEP 3: Email these additional required documents to [email protected] Include the job requisition number and your last name in the subject line.
- Resume
- Cover letter
- Copy of college transcripts
- Kansas Tax Clearance Certificate
KANSAS TAX CLEARANCE CERTIFICATE REQUIRED: Each applicant applying for a State of Kansas job vacancy must obtain a valid Kansas Certificate of Tax Clearance by accessing the Kansas Department of Revenue’s website at http://www.ksrevenue.org/
A Tax Clearance is a comprehensive tax account review to determine and ensure that an individual’s account is compliant with all primary Kansas Tax Laws. A Tax Clearance expires every 90 days. All applicants, including current state employees, are responsible for submitting a valid certificate with all other application materials to the hiring agency. This is in accordance with Executive Order 2004-03. If you need assistance with the tax clearance, please contact 785-296-3199.
Contact:
Matt Veatch, State Archivist
[email protected]
785-272-8681 x271
How You Will Be Evaluated:
Your application will be considered incomplete and you may be found ineligible if you fail to submit all required documentation. Your application will be reviewed to ensure you meet the minimum and any necessary special requirements. Next, your application will be evaluated and rated based on preferred selection criteria and competencies for the position.
What to Expect Next:
After your application is evaluated and ranked, you may be referred to the hiring manager for further consideration and possible interview. You will be notified of the outcome after the selection process is complete. You may call or email the recruiter contact listed to inquire about your application.
Veterans Preference’ Eligible (VPE):
Former military personnel or their spouse that have been verified as a “veteran” under K.S.A. 73-201 will receive an interview if they meet the competency factors of the position, including any preferred selection criteria established in accordance with K.A.R. 1-6-3. The veterans’ preference laws do not guarantee the veteran a job. Positions are filled with the best qualified candidate as determined by the hiring manager. See http://jobs.ks.gov for additional Veterans’ Preference Information.
Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to contact the agency recruiter if reasonable accommodations are needed for any part of the application or hiring process.
The Kansas Historical Society is an Equal Opportunity Employer