Librarian/Archivist

PTFS; Fort Meade, Northern (MD, KY); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

PTFS seeks a Librarian/Archivist at Fort Meade, MD, to implement the Records Disposition Schedule (RDS), arrange and describe permanent federal records, and train Archives Technicians. You will coordinate projects with customers, maintain the records database, and issue weekly status reports.

The ideal candidate holds a Master of Library Science, an active TS/SCI clearance, and strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills to work independently and with a team on archival projects.

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI clearance or the ability to obtain clearance
• Experience as an Archivist, Archives Technician, or Records Management Officer
• Ability to read, analyze and interpret federal records and RDS guidance

Responsibilities

• Create and prioritize lists of federal records eligible for permanent retention and assign record groups to Archive Technicians.
• Analyze record types, provenance, original order, context, and subject contents of federal records groups.
• Apply the Records Disposition Schedule (RDS) to determine retention or destruction.
• Communicate analysis of record groups, RDS, retention, and plans for arranging/describing permanent records.
• Create finding aids in the records database and describe records for retrieval by customers.
• Coordinate housing materials and storage needs with the customer; prepare weekly project reports.
• Train and supervise Archives Technicians on record identification, provenance, and preservation.
• Maintain professional relationships with customers and proactively meet goals.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Analytical thinking

Project management

Teamwork

Education

Master of Library Science

Job description

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Librarian/Archivist

Full Time Direct Fort Meade, MD, US

Librarian/Archivist

Ft Meade, MD (full-time On Site)

Position Summary:

The Archivist will use the customer's Records Disposition Schedule (RDS) to make recommendations on the retention of federal records, arrange and describe permanent record collections, train and supervise Archives Technicians, coordinate projects with the customer, contribute to maintenance of the records database, and act as a customer service liaison.

• Create and prioritize lists of federal records eligible for permanent retention and assign record groups to Archive Technicians.
• Analyze record types, provenance, original order, context, and subject contents of federal records groups.
• Apply the Records Disposition Schedule (RDS) to make recommendations for the retention or destruction of permanent and temporary federal records.
• Communicate orally and in writing your analysis of federal record groups, applicable RDS, retention, and plan for arranging and describing permanent records.
• Create finding aids in the records database. Describe records in sufficient detail so that they can be identified and retrieved by the customer.
• Select appropriate housing materials for various material types and coordinate archival supply needs with the customer.
• Prepare weekly reports on the status of ongoing projects and communicate project status and concerns to customers during routine meetings.
• Train and assist Archives Technicians in the identification of recordtypes, material formats, provenance, original order, applicable RDS, arrangement, description, handling, housing, and preservation of federal records.
• Maintain a professional and courteous relationship with customers, and be proactive in meeting expected goals and resolving problems.

Requirements:

• Must have an active or prior (preferably recent)TS/SCI clearance

Qualifications:

• Experience as an Archivist, Archives Technician, or Records Management Officer.
• 0-2 years performing the duties of the position: Level A
• 2-4 years performing the duties of the position: Level B
• 4+ years preforming the duties of the position: Level C
• Master of Library Science degree from an accredited institution
• 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, including highly technical or specialized records.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and team members and complete projects promptly.