Archive & Records Specialist

Harris County; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Harris County is seeking a Records Archive Clerk to maintain and access archival records for the County Clerk’s Office. You will assist internal and external customers in person or remotely, prepare files for archiving, and manage copy requests and certified copies.

The role includes overseeing disposition processes, organizing file systems, and ensuring proper documentation of changes. Background checks may be required for employment.

Qualifications

• Requires High School Diploma or GED from an accredited educational institution.
• Ability to frequently lift record boxes up to 50 pounds, open filing cabinets, climb stairs, bend/stoop and stand as necessary.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct service to the public with research efforts, referrals, copies, and information as requested
• Researches archived records for other County Clerk departments
• Communicates with Department Directors in the CCO to provide reference assistance and file retrievals
• Facilitates various records transfers between multiple departments of the County Clerk, along with other state, local, and federal agencies
• Perform records management assignments including, but not limited to, inventory, storage, retrieval, indexing, and dissemination of a large volume of documents or records
• Maintains the file inventory of Probate Court file folders
• Performs other duties as required

Skills

Research skills

Customer service

Verbal & written communication

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Adobe Acrobat

Job description

Harris County is seeking a Records Archive Clerk to maintain and access archival records for the County Clerk’s Office. You will assist internal and external customers in person or remotely, prepare files for archiving, and manage copy requests and certified copies.

The role includes overseeing disposition processes, organizing file systems, and ensuring proper documentation of changes. Background checks may be required for employment.