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Job no: 524141
Work type: Classified Staff
Location: Eugene, OR
Categories: Administrative/Office Support, Library

Direct Link to Post: http://careers.uoregon.edu/cw/en-us/job/524141/accessioning-and-processing-archivist

Department: Library
Classification: Archivist
Appointment Type and Duration: Limited Duration (Classified), Limited
Salary: $17.75 - $26.96 per hour
FTE: .5

Review of Applications Begins
Position closes July 3, 2019

Special Instructions to Applicants
Complete applications must include:
1) A current resume or CV;
2) A cover letter; 
3) Three professional references, one of whom must be your current or most recent supervisor.

Department Summary
The University of Oregon Libraries, as the largest research library in the state, seeks to support and stimulate undergraduate instruction, graduate instruction, graduate and faculty research and service on the University of Oregon campus, as well as respond to the needs of scholars by providing access to information and information services. 

Special Collections and University Archives (SCUA) is the primary repository for the university’s archives, rare books, historic photographs, and one of the largest historical manuscript collections in the Pacific Northwest. It is the largest repository in the state that provides extensive public access to its collections and is thus a critically important source of Oregon and Pacific Northwest materials to be used for research and instruction.

Position Summary
Reporting to the Lead Processing Archivist, the purpose of this position is to assist in appraisal, accessioning, arranging, and describing modern manuscripts, photographs, and archival collections in all formats related to the Children’s Literature collections at the University of Oregon Libraries. This position has a major role in providing access to all collection formats related to those collections. This position also engages in public service duties, which support in-person reading room registration, readers’ services and security, as well as reference services related to the Children’s Literature collections. The duties performed support all units of the department.

Minimum Requirements
• A Bachelor's degree with major coursework (thirty quarter or twenty semester hours) in social research, public administration, history, political science or a closely related field; OR
• Two years of college level coursework AND two years of technical or research experience in archives; OR
• Four years of technical experience in archives involving automated archival systems including methods for automated archival storage and retrieval; OR
• An equivalent combination of training and technical experience in archives.

Professional Competencies
• Strong public service or customer service skills.
• Strong writing and oral communication skills.
• Experience performing complex and detail-oriented tasks.
• Ability to develop and complete plans and projects on time and with available resources.
• Ability to train student workers. 
• Experience using common office software, particularly Microsoft Excel or other database software.

Preferred Qualifications
• Understanding of archival arrangement and description practices.
• Experience processing archival collections.
• Understanding of metadata, particularly Describing Archives: A Content Standard
• Familiarity with archival or record center principles and operations.
• Experience or familiarly with Archivists’ Toolkit or similar content management system.

FLSA Exempt: No

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a background inquiry.

This is a classified position represented by the SEIU Local 503, Oregon Public Employees Union. 

The University of Oregon is proud to offer a robust benefits package to eligible employees, including health insurance, retirement plans and paid time off. For more information about benefits, visit http://hr.uoregon.edu/careers/about-benefits.

The University of Oregon is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution committed to cultural diversity and compliance with the ADA. The University encourages all qualified individuals to apply, and does not discriminate on the basis of any protected status, including veteran and disability status. The University is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. To request an accommodation in connection with the application process, please contact us at uocareers@uoregon.edu or 541-346-5112.

UO prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, and gender expression in all programs, activities and employment practices as required by Title IX, other applicable laws, and policies. Retaliation is prohibited by UO policy. Questions may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, Office of Civil Rights Compliance, or to the Office for Civil Rights. Contact information, related policies, and complaint procedures are listed on the statement of non-discrimination.

In compliance with federal law, the University of Oregon prepares an annual report on campus security and fire safety programs and services. The Annual Campus Security and Fire Safety Report is available online at http://police.uoregon.edu/annual-report.

Advertised: 19 Jun 2019 Pacific Daylight Time
Applications close: 03 Jul 2019 Pacific Daylight Time

County Records Analyst
Range 50 $30.49 - $38.65

Two Positions available immediately. Closes July 7, 2019.

Direct link to post: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/kingcounty/jobs/2481600/county-records-analyst

This opportunity is located in Seattle, WA

**This recruitment will be used to fill multiple benefit eligible temporary (TLT)/Special Duty positions through December 2020, with the possibility of extension based on business needs. This recruitment may be used to fill career service positions in the future. **

The King County Records and Licensing Services Division is seeking an enthusiastic records management professional to join our Records Management Program team. We are looking for a candidate who brings records management knowledge, skills, and experience along with passion, inspiration and a strong desire for excellence. Our ideal candidate supports efforts to enhance a countywide records and information management culture, with the goal of managing records from creation to disposition.

Our successful candidate will have a solid understanding of records management best practices and be able to share and explain those practices to agency staff in an engaging manner. We are looking for someone who is excited to learn about jobs throughout the county and translate those conversations into easily understood records retention schedules and records management practices and processes. We are looking for someone who exhibits a strong sense of team-oriented camaraderie and good humor in the workplace and who understands and wholly embraces the value and importance of providing world-class customer service.This person will share our deep commitment to equity and social justice and advancing practices, strategies, and policies that promote fairness, justice, and opportunity for all. With this commitment, the King County Records Management Program has adopted a pro-equity agenda to ensure the protection of the county’s information assets for all of its citizens.

This is a great opportunity for you to showcase your strong technical skills and an interest in supporting modern database systems and emerging information technologies! The King County Records Management Program is embarking on an exciting journey with a new content management system. This is a rare opportunity to participate in integrating this cutting edge electronic records management technology into King County's evolving records management culture.
 

SCOPE OF JOB DUTIES: To be considered for this opportunity, you must at a minimum, demonstrate knowledge, skill and ability to:

• Conduct records retention interviews and inventories in county departments, identify and develop clear and concise retention schedules that reflect the responsibilities of the agency;

• Analyze agency recordkeeping practices and recommend improvements;

• Review disposition authorization notices to verify disposition eligibility of records against current retention schedules;

• Provide ongoing technical support for the county’s content management system;

• Develop and conduct training on a variety of records management topics and issues, by creating training materials including online training modules;

• Provide excellent customer service by responding to help desk queries and requests regarding records management practices;

• Participate in countywide initiatives with records and information management implications;

• Promote records management awareness throughout the county by developing outreach strategies and materials;

• Communicate effectively with our diverse customers verbally and in writing;

• Other duties as assigned.

WE ARE LOOKING FOR CANDIDATES WHO:

• Have a Master's Degree in with concentration in archives and records management or records and information management or significant knowledge and experience in current records and information management OR any combination of education and experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the job duties;

• Have working knowledge of records management in a government agency;

• Are knowledgeable of records management best practices;

• Experience using database systems such as: Access, Oracle, electronic records management or information management systems, etc.;

• Are able to work with minimal supervision and meet deadlines;

• Have a strong desire and ability to provide excellent customer service.

Supplemental Information:
 

• This position is represented by Teamsters Local 117 Professional and Technical union and is overtime eligible;

• Our employees are paid on a bi-weekly schedule, every other Thursday, comprising a 40-hour workweek; normally 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday;

• The selected candidate must successfully pass a background check.

 
Are you ready to APPLY?

The recruitment for this position is open to all qualified candidates. A completed King County Application is required. We highly recommend that you also provide a resume and cover letter.  

County Records Analyst
Range 50 $30.49 - $38.65

This opportunity is located in Seattle, WA

**This recruitment will be used to fill multiple benefit eligible temporary (TLT)/Special Duty positions through December 2020, with the possibility of extension based on business needs. This recruitment may be used to fill career service positions in the future. **

The King County Records and Licensing Services Division is seeking an enthusiastic records management professional to join our Records Management Program team. We are looking for a candidate who brings records management knowledge, skills, and experience along with passion, inspiration and a strong desire for excellence. Our ideal candidate supports efforts to enhance a countywide records and information management culture, with the goal of managing records from creation to disposition.

Our successful candidate will have a solid understanding of records management best practices and be able to share and explain those practices to agency staff in an engaging manner. We are looking for someone who is excited to learn about jobs throughout the county and translate those conversations into easily understood records retention schedules and records management practices and processes. We are looking for someone who exhibits a strong sense of team-oriented camaraderie and good humor in the workplace and who understands and wholly embraces the value and importance of providing world-class customer service.This person will share our deep commitment to equity and social justice and advancing practices, strategies, and policies that promote fairness, justice, and opportunity for all. With this commitment, the King County Records Management Program has adopted a pro-equity agenda to ensure the protection of the county’s information assets for all of its citizens.

This is a great opportunity for you to showcase your strong technical skills and an interest in supporting modern database systems and emerging information technologies! The King County Records Management Program is embarking on an exciting journey with a new content management system. This is a rare opportunity to participate in integrating this cutting edge electronic records management technology into King County's evolving records management culture.
 

SCOPE OF JOB DUTIES: To be considered for this opportunity, you must at a minimum, demonstrate knowledge, skill and ability to:

• Conduct records retention interviews and inventories in county departments, identify and develop clear and concise retention schedules that reflect the responsibilities of the agency;

• Analyze agency recordkeeping practices and recommend improvements;

• Review disposition authorization notices to verify disposition eligibility of records against current retention schedules;

• Provide ongoing technical support for the county’s content management system;

• Develop and conduct training on a variety of records management topics and issues, by creating training materials including online training modules;

• Provide excellent customer service by responding to help desk queries and requests regarding records management practices;

• Participate in countywide initiatives with records and information management implications;

• Promote records management awareness throughout the county by developing outreach strategies and materials;

• Communicate effectively with our diverse customers verbally and in writing;

• Other duties as assigned.

WE ARE LOOKING FOR CANDIDATES WHO:

• Have a Master's Degree in with concentration in archives and records management or records and information management or significant knowledge and experience in current records and information management OR any combination of education and experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the job duties;

• Have working knowledge of records management in a government agency;

• Are knowledgeable of records management best practices;

• Experience using database systems such as: Access, Oracle, electronic records management or information management systems, etc.;

• Are able to work with minimal supervision and meet deadlines;

• Have a strong desire and ability to provide excellent customer service.

Supplemental Information:
 

• This position is represented by Teamsters Local 117 Professional and Technical union and is overtime eligible;

• Our employees are paid on a bi-weekly schedule, every other Thursday, comprising a 40-hour workweek; normally 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday;

• The selected candidate must successfully pass a background check.

 
Are you ready to APPLY?

The recruitment for this position is open to all qualified candidates. A completed King County Application is required. We highly recommend that you also provide a resume and cover letter.  

Position: Archivist

Institution: Reed College 

Location: Portland, OR

Salary range: $60,000 to $62,000

Level of FTE: Full-time permanent

Link: https://jobs.reed.edu/positions/archivist.html

Sessions of Interest to Archives at PNLA 2019

The 2019 Pacific Northwest Library Association Conference (https://pnla.org/conference/) held in Spokane, Washington - August 7th-9th will have some sessions of potential interest to NWA members including:  

• Building Digital Collections with Minimal Infrastructure (https://sched.co/N93i) - August 7th Pre-Conference
• Digital Humanities Reawakens Ancient Embroidery Techniques (https://sched.co/OSdC) - August 9th
• Leading Students in the Archives (https://sched.co/N94v) - August 9th
• As well as sessions on leadership, safety, podcasts, conflict resolution, and many more -- (https://pnla2019.sched.com/)

For more information on the 2019 PNLA Conference -- please visit the conference website: https://pnla.org/conference/

As of May 16, 2019 all NWA job posts shared on the website and via social media channels must meet the NWA Policy for Acceptable Job Postings.

The following three rules must be adhered to for job postings to be shared on the NWA website and through NWA social media channels:

1. NWA will only post jobs, internships, and volunteer positions in Alaska, Idaho, Montana, Oregon, and Washington.

2. Positions must have a salary or salary range listed.

3. Unpaid positions are discouraged. If an internship is unpaid then it must adhere to the United States Department of Labor's Internship Programs Under the Fair Labor Standards Act and follow the Society of American Archivists' Best Practices for Internships as a Component of Graduate Archival Education. Volunteer positions must follow the Society of American Archivists' Best Practices for Volunteers in Archives.

If the job post is found to be in violation of the US Labor laws, or is otherwise in violation of professional best practices, the organization will be notified and the job post will be rejected.

The Oregon Historical Society is currently accepting applications for two Oral History Indexers. 

 The Oral History Indexer creates indexes compliant with the Oregon Historical Society (OHS) guidelines from audio recorded oral history interviews to enhance access to the OHS sound recording collection. 

• We're looking for candidates who are quick learners, who can work independently, and are able to create concise and easily digestible synopses of complex topics. 

• This is an ideal position for a library science or history student.

 Both positions are part-time, non-exempt with a schedule of approximately 18 hours per week for a fixed term of one year from July 1, 2019 through June 30, 2020. The positions are not eligible for benefits. No relocation assistance is available.

Please see 

https://ohs.applicantpro.com/jobs/1083782.html for the job description and application instructions. 

Questions should be directed to Human.Resources@ohs.org.

Shawna Gandy

Library Director

Oregon Historical Society

Workshop: the history, preservation, and access to Braille and additional formats produced by and for people who are blind.

1 p.m. to 5 p.m. Friday, June 7

Washington State School for the Blind

2214 E 13th St  Vancouver, WA 98661

Fries Auditorium in the Old Main Blg.

Presenter: Lisa Sisco from the North Carolina State Archives

Description: This workshop will explore issues surrounding the preservation of and access to archival records (and recordings!) produced by and for people who are blind. The history of tactile systems, preservation challenges and solutions, and access efforts will be covered during this 4-hour workshop. The workshop will also serve as a space to openly discuss the creation of universal guidelines for the preservation of Braille.

There is limited seating, so we are requesting that people register through the following link: https://wsu.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_8CSN4sUtbagyO0d

You do NOT have to be an SAA Member to respond.

In response to recent discussions of policy, an ad hoc working group of SAA section leaders are considering a proposal to SAA Council to require that job postings include salary information. As an initial step, we have created a short survey to gauge the level of member support (or lack thereof) for this requirement in various situations. The survey has five questions; it will take 2 to 10 minutes to complete, and will be live until 11:59 PM on Monday, May 20, 2019. 

Survey link: harvard.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_efCj42MurbrLAj3