Archives & Records Management Specialist

DOS-Secretary of State; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The Louisiana Secretary of State's Archives Division is seeking an Archives Specialist A, B, or C to assist state agencies and the records management program with their records management needs. The role requires experience in archives, records management, or related humanities fields, with potential for appointment at multiple levels.

Location is Baton Rouge, LA. Duties include researching laws, developing retention schedules, reviewing disposal requests, and delivering training to agencies.

Qualifications

• Three years of experience in historical research, archival operations, records management, records preservation, or college-level teaching in a humanities field.
• Experience substitutions: 30 semester hours equal one year of experience; max 120 semester hours substitute for four years.

Responsibilities

• Research state and federal laws regarding records management.
• Meet with state and parish government representatives to assist them in developing and managing their records efficiently.
• Collaborate with state and parish agencies in developing their records retention schedules.
• Review disposal requests to determine retention eligibility.
• Present training on records management practices.

Skills

Building and Supporting Teams

Communicating Effectively

Thinking Critically

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

The Louisiana Secretary of State's Archives Division is seeking an Archives Specialist A, B, or C to assist state agencies and the records management program with their records management needs. The role requires experience in archives, records management, or related humanities fields, with potential for appointment at multiple levels.

Location is Baton Rouge, LA. Duties include researching laws, developing retention schedules, reviewing disposal requests, and delivering training to agencies.