Archivist

Sarasota County Government

10d

About The Position

In this role, you will... Collection Development and Management Participating in all aspects of managing the History Center’s collections, including the accessioning, deaccessioning, cataloging, storage, and arrangement and description of artifacts, archival records, books, maps, films, sound recordings, and other research materials. Evaluating prospective donations and existing collections to ensure alignment with the History Center’s collection development policy and other departmental policies. Monitoring the security and environmental suitability of the collection’s storage facilities. Utilizing the History Center and departmental databases and tools to maintain accurate records relating to collections, circulation, donors, and intellectual property rights. Staying abreast of current trends in the management of archives and collections of historical artifacts, including appropriate exhibition practices. Participating in special projects related to collections management as assigned. Collecting, maintaining, and analyzing statistics, reports, and other metrics on various aspects of operations and services. Communication, Programming, and Outreach Coordinating participation of volunteers, interns, or other staff members in special projects, including project development, training, quality control, and scheduling. Planning and directing library programming for adults, young adults, and children, in coordination with other professionals at the History Center and throughout the library system. Describing and promoting the History Center’s collections, databases, and services through social media, blog posts, online research guides, and other platforms. Coordinating the development of new exhibits, including design, research, artifact selection, layout, fabrication, and marketing. Coordinating exhibit preparation and installation. Monitoring and rotating exhibits and their components as necessary. Providing technical advice and expertise to other county departments and members of the community upon request. Customer Service Representing Sarasota County to customers, volunteers, staff, and donors. Implementing standards of service that ensure the prompt and efficient resolution of inquiries and requests from internal and external customers, delivered with the utmost courtesy and respect. Assisting with routine public-facing operations at the History Center, including reference services, meeting space management, and retrieving materials for customers. Contributing to public tours, presentations, and workshops at the History Center and around the county relating to the collection and best practices for preserving historical resources.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Library Science from a college or university accredited by the American Library Association, OR a Bachelor’s degree and enrolled in an MLS/MLIS program with the ability to obtain a MLS/MLIS within 12 months of hire.
• Subject to Passing Substance Screening: This position is subject to passing a pre-employment substance screening. An applicant who fails to pass a required drug screening test shall be disqualified from employment in any class for a period of five (5) years.
• Fingerprint Screening: This position is subject to a mandatory fingerprint-based background check per applicable federal, state, and/or local laws. The screening will be used to verify criminal history and other relevant information as permitted by law. An applicant who fails to pass a required screening may be disqualified from employment.

Nice To Haves

• One year of experience in a library, archive, or museum environment.

Responsibilities

• Participating in all aspects of managing the History Center’s collections, including the accessioning, deaccessioning, cataloging, storage, and arrangement and description of artifacts, archival records, books, maps, films, sound recordings, and other research materials.
• Evaluating prospective donations and existing collections to ensure alignment with the History Center’s collection development policy and other departmental policies.
• Monitoring the security and environmental suitability of the collection’s storage facilities.
• Utilizing the History Center and departmental databases and tools to maintain accurate records relating to collections, circulation, donors, and intellectual property rights.
• Staying abreast of current trends in the management of archives and collections of historical artifacts, including appropriate exhibition practices.
• Participating in special projects related to collections management as assigned.
• Collecting, maintaining, and analyzing statistics, reports, and other metrics on various aspects of operations and services.
• Coordinating participation of volunteers, interns, or other staff members in special projects, including project development, training, quality control, and scheduling.
• Planning and directing library programming for adults, young adults, and children, in coordination with other professionals at the History Center and throughout the library system.
• Describing and promoting the History Center’s collections, databases, and services through social media, blog posts, online research guides, and other platforms.
• Coordinating the development of new exhibits, including design, research, artifact selection, layout, fabrication, and marketing.
• Coordinating exhibit preparation and installation.
• Monitoring and rotating exhibits and their components as necessary.
• Providing technical advice and expertise to other county departments and members of the community upon request.
• Representing Sarasota County to customers, volunteers, staff, and donors.
• Implementing standards of service that ensure the prompt and efficient resolution of inquiries and requests from internal and external customers, delivered with the utmost courtesy and respect.
• Assisting with routine public-facing operations at the History Center, including reference services, meeting space management, and retrieving materials for customers.
• Contributing to public tours, presentations, and workshops at the History Center and around the county relating to the collection and best practices for preserving historical resources.

Benefits

• Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Florida Retirement System (FRS)
• award-winning wellness program including free gyms at multiple Sarasota County Government locations.
• 11 paid holidays, 3 personal days and 16 paid vacation days in the first year of full-time employment with increasing accrual rates with years of service.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level