Job Information
City of New York ARCHIVIST in New York, New York
Job Description
The Department of Records/Municipal Archives seeks a responsible individual to join its team. Under general supervision, with wide latitude for the exercise of independent judgment and action, the Associate Public Records Officer analyzes archival procedures and protocols; implements improvements to comply with industry standards and/or best practices; and has proficient knowledge of management and operation of archival management and digital preservation systems.
The Associate Public Records Officer contributes to work and activities that raise the profile of the archives such as presentations and talks, creating web-related content, and other outreach activities.
The candidate may support work related to collections management, appraisals and accessions, digital labs, conservation and preservation, and reference and research services. In addition, the candidate may supervise staff, monitor, and report on performance measurements, and identify and support professional development opportunities.
The position will include moving and lifting heavy over-size cartons and books. The work will take place in two locations, 31 Chambers St. In lower Manhattan, and Industry City, in Sunset Park, Brooklyn.
Full-Time/Day - Due to the necessary support duties of this position, candidate may be required to be on call and/or work various shifts such as weekends and/or evening shifts.
NO E-MAILS, PHONE CALLS, FAXES OR PERSONAL INQUIRIES PERMITTED.
NOTE: ONLY THOSE CANDIDATES UNDER CONSIDERATION WILL BE CONTACTED.
APPOINTMENTS ARE SUBJECT TO OFFICE OF MANAGEMENT AND BUDGET (OMB) APPROVAL.
Qualifications
A master's degree from an accredited college in Library Science, Archival Science, American History, Political Science or a related area, plus two years of full-time experience in archival or library science, one year of which must have been in a supervisory capacity of incumbents performing at a professional level; or
Education and/or experience equivalent to "1" above. However, all candidates must have a master's degree from an accredited college and the one year of supervisory experience as described in "1" above.
Additional Information
The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.