Archivist

United States Government • Dallas, TX

391d • $78,820 - $122,811 • Onsite

About The Position

The Archivist position at the National Archives and Records Administration (NARA) within the George W. Bush Library involves planning, performing, and monitoring archival functions across various media. The role requires establishing work priorities and ensuring compliance with NARA policies, standards, and procedures. The incumbent will work collaboratively with other archival staff to manage records and respond to reference requests, applying archival principles and legal frameworks such as the Presidential Records Act and the Freedom of Information Act.

Requirements

• One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-11 level in archival science or related fields.
• Utilizing archival principles to maintain and administer record-keeping systems.
• Designing and executing communication strategies to connect researchers with archival records.
• Interpreting and applying federal laws and regulations pertaining to FOIA requests.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with electronic records management systems.
• Knowledge of archival preservation techniques for various media.

Responsibilities

• Review records and apply appropriate restrictions in compliance with the Presidential Records Act (PRA) and the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA).
• Recognize complexities associated with multiple restrictions and recommend appropriate steps to address them.
• Apply preservation techniques and recommend strategies for textual records, electronic records, and audiovisual materials.
• Develop and deliver responses to non-routine reference requests that draw upon a broad knowledge of records and employ innovative research techniques.
• Write finding aids for records processed systematically and in response to FOIA requests to facilitate discovery.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package as a federal employee.
• Opportunities for telework and flexible work schedules.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree