Federal Archives Lead & Records Management Specialist

PTFS; Fort Meade (MD); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

PTFS is seeking an Archivist to use the Records Disposition Schedule (RDS) to advise on retention, organize permanent collections, and supervise Archives Technicians at Fort Meade. The role includes coordinating projects, contributing to the records database, and training staff.

The candidate will analyze federal records, create finding aids, and communicate findings to customers while maintaining professional relations and meeting project goals.

Qualifications

• Experience as an Archivist, Archives Technician, or Records Management Officer.
• 0-2 years performing the duties: Level A
• 2-4 years performing the duties: Level B
• 4+ years performing the duties: Level C
• Good interpersonal communications skills, and the ability to work well as a team and individually
• Ability to read, analyze and develop a working understanding of federal records.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and team members and complete projects promptly.

Responsibilities

• Advise on retention of federal records using the Records Disposition Schedule (RDS).
• Arrange and describe permanent record collections and supervise Archives Technicians.
• Coordinate projects with the customer and contribute to maintenance of the records database.
• Communicate analysis of federal record groups and applicable RDS to customers.
• Create finding aids in the records database describing records in detail.
• Select appropriate housing materials and coordinate archival supply needs.
• Prepare weekly status reports and communicate project status to customers.
• Train Archives Technicians in identification of record types, provenance, arrangement, and preservation.
• Maintain a professional and courteous relationship with customers and proactively meet goals.

Skills

Interpersonal communications

Teamwork

Analytical reading

Education

Master of Library Science

Job description

PTFS is seeking an Archivist to use the Records Disposition Schedule (RDS) to advise on retention, organize permanent collections, and supervise Archives Technicians at Fort Meade. The role includes coordinating projects, contributing to the records database, and training staff.

The candidate will analyze federal records, create finding aids, and communicate findings to customers while maintaining professional relations and meeting project goals.