Records Manager

Augusta University; Augusta (GA); On-site; USD 62,300 - 79,400; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Paid vacation time

Sick leave

13 paid holidays

Tuition Assistance Program

Job summary

Augusta University is seeking a Records Manager to coordinate the university's records management program and oversee archives. The candidate will provide leadership on records management issues, ensuring compliance with legal requirements and promoting effective practices across the university.

Responsibilities include developing policies, collaborating with library personnel, and providing training. Required qualifications include a master's degree in a related field with professional experience in records management.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in a related field (e.g., library/information science, archives, public history) with at least three years of professional experience in a records management role.
• Bachelor's degree in a related field with five years of experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership on records management issues to the University community.
• Collaborate with Augusta University Libraries on records management.
• Build relationships for promoting a records management program.

Skills

Proficient in Microsoft Office

Excellent interpersonal skills

Detail-oriented

Problem-solving skills

Organizational skills

Time management skills

Project management skills

Education

Master's degree in related field

Bachelor's degree in related field

Tools

Databases

Job description

Records Manager

Job ID: 299928

Location: Augusta University

Full/Part Time: Full Time

Regular/Temporary: Not specified

Job Summary: The Records Manager is responsible for coordinating Augusta University's records management program and the University Libraries' archives program. This position serves as the principal advisor to the University on records management policies and practices, including compliance with legal records requirements and state and federal laws and regulations.

Responsibilities

• RECORDS MANAGEMENT: Provide leadership and expertise on records management issues to the University community. Create, develop, implement, and maintain an institution‑wide records management program, policies, processes, and procedures in a decentralized records management environment. Work collaboratively with Augusta University Libraries' special collections and archives personnel to ensure appropriate management of University records from record creation through disposition.
• OUTREACH AND EDUCATION: Build relationships with offices, departments, programs, and initiatives around the University in the development, support, and promotion of a records management program. Communicate with and advise other administrative units, including University leadership, on the appropriate management and disposition of records to ensure compliance with applicable federal and state laws, rules, and regulations and the University System of Georgia Records Retention Schedules. Develop and provide training for University records liaisons and other personnel working with University records. Serve as liaison to external agencies, such as the University System of Georgia and the Georgia Archives.
• OTHER DUTIES: Perform related or other duties as assigned to ensure provision of services, including participation in relevant committees and projects of the Augusta University Libraries. Engage in professional development. Contribute to student success at the University.

Required Qualifications

• Master's degree in a related field (e.g., library/information science, archives, public history) from an accredited college or university with at least three years of professional experience in a records management role OR Bachelor's degree in a related field with five years of experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Current Certified Records Manager (CRM) credential.
• Experience in records digitization.
• Experience as a records manager in an academic or research setting.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Knowledge: Proficient in Microsoft Office and other computer software/databases.
• Skills: Detail‑oriented.
• Skills: Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills and presentation skills.
• Skills: Demonstrated initiative and problem‑solving, organizational, time management, and project management skills.
• Abilities: Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Abilities: Ability to work as a team and independently.

Shift, Salary & Benefits

Shift: Days/M‑F (work outside of the standard business hours will likely be required of an employee in an exempt‑level position)

Salary: $62,300.00/annually – $79,400/annually – Pay Band: B12. Salary to be commensurate with qualifications of the selected candidate within the established range (generally minimum‑midpoint) of the position.

Recruitment Period: Until Filled.

Benefits include health insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, Teachers Retirement System (or Optional Retirement Plan), earned vacation time, sick leave, and 13 paid holidays. Full‑time employees after six months may be considered for the Tuition Assistance Program.

Conditions of Employment

• Successful completion of a Background Check review prior to starting with Augusta University.
• Credit check may be required for Positions of Trust and/or approved departmental Purchase Card usage.
• Motor vehicle reports required for positions that are required to drive an Augusta University vehicle.
• Faculty hires must provide proof of completed academic degree(s) and post‑secondary coursework; foreign‑trained candidates must provide an educational/credential evaluation.
• Employees responsible for ensuring confidentiality, availability, and integrity of sensitive information by exercising sound judgment and adhering to cybersecurity and privacy policies.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Augusta University is an equal opportunity employer welcoming applicants from underrepresented groups, including individuals with disabilities and veterans.