Archival Program Administrator, State Records Lead

Certifiedarchivists; Springfield, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 57,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

IL State Archives is seeking an Archival Program Administrator to lead the State and Local Records Management Sections, plan programs and supervise the Records Center in Springfield, IL. The role emphasizes advancing archival standards and implementing new procedures.

The position requires a master’s degree and professional supervisory archival/records management experience, with willingness to travel and strong policy interpretation skills.

Qualifications

• Requires master’s degree, preferably with coursework in public administration, history, business administration, political science, library science, archival management or records management.
• Possession of credentials as a certified archivist or records manager credited as six months supervisory experience.

Responsibilities

• Plans, develops and administers the State and Local Records Management Sections; monitors and reviews processes and procedures for applications.
• Directs and supervises the Records Center and oversees procedures for storage, manuals and computer controls of records.
• Develops workshops and seminars on local and state records management; plans records management manuals and procedures.
• Promotes professional standards and participates in on-site visits to monitor activities and develop staff training.

Skills

Archival theory

Records management

databases/DB apps

Communication

Education

Master's degree

Tools

Database

Spreadsheet

Word processing

Job description

IL State Archives is seeking an Archival Program Administrator to lead the State and Local Records Management Sections, plan programs and supervise the Records Center in Springfield, IL. The role emphasizes advancing archival standards and implementing new procedures.

The position requires a master’s degree and professional supervisory archival/records management experience, with willingness to travel and strong policy interpretation skills.