Project Records Management Assistant - Temporary

American Public Media Group•Saint Paul, MN

4d•$23 - $25•Onsite

About The Position

Position Summary: The Minnesota Public Radio Archives is seeking to hire a limited term, temporary records management assistant. The position focuses primarily on physical records handling, including moving boxes, shelving, and preparing administrative and legal records for preservation or disposition. The project assistant will report to the Archives Manager and work in consultation to assess and review records suitable for transfer to the Archives’ permanent collections. This is a grant-funded position and is expected to be approximately three months, as determined by the budget. This role is 24-30 hours/week and is eligible for some benefits. Expected Compensation Range: $23.00 - $25.00 / hourly. Exact rate determined by experience and education related to the role, organizational compensation structure, and internal equity. Work Location: On-Site at St. Paul, MN Application Process : Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time. Application Deadline: Until filled.

Requirements

Master's of Library and Information Studies or similar degree with records management certification/coursework or demonstrated relevant experience
Experience organizing and handling large volumes of records in an archives, library, or administrative organizational setting
Ability to read and interpret rules, follow instructions, and maintain confidentiality of materials
Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of records management principles and practices
Strong organizational skills
Must be able to perform the essential duties of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.
Required to move about in an office environment, records storage environment, and sit for extended periods of time
Ability to lift up to 35 pounds
Ability to bend, squat, reach, and balance
Frequent use of hands for data entry/keystrokes and simple grasping

Nice To Haves

Proficiency with Microsoft Suite
Excellent written and verbal communication

Responsibilities

Dispose of records that have met the required retention period according to the organization’s records retention schedule
Assess and organize records slated for permanent retention and dispose of excessive duplicates
Organize and label records slated for long-term, but not permanent, retention
As needed, rehouse records slated for long-term retention into new folder and boxes; perform basis preventative preservation work as needed
In consultation with the Archives Manager, assess and determine which records should be transferred from custody of the legal department to the Archives

Benefits

Medical plans with HSA and FSA options
Dental
Vision
Life and AD&D
Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
Paid Parental Leave and Paid Caregiver Leave after 1 year
Vacation (3 wks./per year, pro-rated, based on hours worked)
Sick time (12 days, pro-rated, based on hours worked)
Holiday Pay (10 holidays + 2 floating holidays each year)
Volunteer Time (8 hours per year)
Long-Term Care and Critical Illness insurance options
Employee Assistance Program
403(b) Retirement Plan
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