Electronic Records Archivist (Archivist 2-PCN 053103)

• Preserve at scale:Appraise arrange describe and safeguard a growing corpus of born-digital records and digital objects.
• Standardize and optimize: Establish and implement metadata standards; refine end-to-end workflows for long-term digital preservation.
• Collaborate across LAM:Work closely with Records Analysts archivists and state-documents librarians to ensure durable access for citizens students and researchers.
• Serve Alaskans: Provide responsive reference and outreach services to government officials historians academic researchers and the public.

Our archives staff work closely with Records Analysts and state-documents librarians to ensure historic records are meticulously maintained for future use by citizens students and researchers alike. This collaboration is vital for preserving our history.

Moreover there are fantastic training opportunities available at both local and national levels. These can help you gain valuable experience in permanent digital records preservation and archival practices. Participating in these trainings will not only enhance your skills but also broaden your understanding of the addition this position offers the chance to interact with various agencies across the state. You will work with a diverse group of individuals from different backgrounds and cultures enriching your professional experience.

There is also the flexibility to telework on a part-time basis which is a great perk. Lastly you will play a crucial role in ensuring that researchers have online access to historical records. This is an important responsibility that helps facilitate research and knowledge sharing.

• Attention to Detail: Is thorough when performing work and conscientious about attending to detail.
• Communications and Media: Knowledge of the production communication and dissemination of information and ideas to inform and entertain via written oral and visual media and social media.
• Computer Forensics: Knowledge of tools and techniques used in data recovery and preservation of electronic evidence.

Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university in any major subject area;
AND
Two years of professional archival work experience at the entry level. The required experience includes work such as Archivist 1 with the State of Alaska or the equivalent with another employer.

OR
Substitution:
Masters degree from an accredited college or university with a major in history library studies public administration anthropology computer studies cross-cultural studies legal studies Northern studies political science information and records systems management sociology or social science or another closely related field;
AND
One year of professional archival work experience at the entry level. The required experience includes work such as Archivist 1 with the State of Alaska or the equivalent with another employer.

At the time of the application please provide the following:

1. Please provide a cover letter to describe how you possess the position-specific competencies and how your skills will be of particular benefit to the position. We request your cover letter be no more than two to three paragraphs and limited to one page.

• If using to verify you meet the minimum qualifications a copy of academic transcripts. Unofficial are okay please ensure that the institution name/URL is listed on the transcripts.
• Three (3) professional references with current contact information at minimum two of which are current or former supervisors.

• Specialized training in Archives and in Digital and Electronic Records Preservation an asset but not required. Certified Archivist or Certified Records Manager preferred but not required.

• Valid Drivers License required.

Special Note:

SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS

For your application to be evaluated you must answer the Supplemental Questions.

When using work experience not documented in your application please provide the employers name job title employment dates and whether you worked full-time or part-time Applications will be reviewed to determine if the responses are supported and if minimum qualifications are met Work experience needed to meet the minimum qualifications must be documented in the application If the application does not support minimum qualifications the applicant may not advance to the interview and selection phase of the recruitmentA resume will not be used to determine that minimum qualifications have been met for the position you are applying for.

If you have currently or previously been appointed to a flexibly staffed position please ensure your work experience within a flexibly staffed position indicates the actual dates employed at each level Ensure your time and any subsequent flex promotion(s) are documented as a separate position This is required as minimum qualifications require experience at a particular level in which the lower level may not be considered If this information is not accurately reflected in your application this may cause the processing of your application for consideration to be delayed.

NOTE: Attaching a resume or curriculum vitae is not an alternative to filling out the application.Noting see resume or CV or any similar response on any portion of your application may lead to a determination that your application is incomplete and removal from consideration for this job posting.

The State of Alaska does not provide VISA Employer sponsorships.