[SOA] State Archivist Postion Available with the State Archives of Ohio, Ohio Historical Society

[Angela O'Neal]

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Ohio Historical Society: State Archives
Post date: April 1, 2010
Closing date: June 2, 2010
Position title: State Archivist

The Ohio Historical Society (OHS) invites applications for the position of State Archivist. Reporting to the Director of Collections Services, the State Archivist is responsible for planning, implementing, evaluating, and expanding an archival program that preserves and provides access to state and local government records in accordance with the Ohio Revised Code. Responsibilities also include serving as the Deputy State Coordinator of the Ohio Historical Records Advisory Board (OHRAB) and as a liaison to various State Agencies. As part of the Collections Services Division, the State Archivist supervises a staff of five and will collaborate with the library and curatorial staff who manage the manuscripts, audiovisuals, history, archaeology, natural history, and digital collections of the Society. Additionally, the State Archivist shares responsibility for developing and implementing the mission, goals, and initiatives of the Society.

OHS is looking for an experienced, detail-oriented, creative leader with the ability to communicate and advocate the importance of preserving and providing access to public records and archives. The State Archivist is involved with educational outreach and training efforts for state and local government agencies, local historical repositories, and the public. S/he is responsible for administering the budget for both the State Archives and Ohio Historical Records Advisory Board (OHRAB). Overall, the State Archivist demonstrates commitment to the care and preservation of government records held by the Ohio Historical Society.

Qualifications:

•CA and/or CRM preferred
•Grant writing experience preferred
•Working knowledge of state and local government structure and functions as well as the Ohio Sunshine Laws.
•Strong knowledge of and experience with archival and records management principles, theories, trends, and current research, together with expertise in database management, digital imaging systems, Internet access issues, and electronic records issues 
•Functional knowledge of public and nonprofit sector 
•Successful, progressively responsible experience in managing state and/or local government records programs
•Supervisory experience
•Strong analytical and budget management skills 
•Demonstrated ability to work across organizational boundaries and to lead effective teams and manage change

Education and Experience:

Master's degree in History, Library Science or Archival Studies or equivalent work experience.  At least seven years of professional experience in an archives/library with progressively responsible positions. Formal archival training required.

Salary: $68,556

About the Ohio Historical Society

The mission of the Ohio Historical Society is to help people connect with Ohio’s past in order to understand the present and create a better future. Today, the Ohio Historical Society (OHS) conducts an expanded range of activities related to interpreting, collecting and preserving the state's heritage. In the last century, the society has collected more than 2.5 million items pertaining to Ohio's history, archaeology, and natural history. One of the largest state historical organizations in the country, OHS now has membership of over 9,000.

A private, not-for-profit organization, the society serves as the state's agent in historical matters in return for financial subsidy support that constitutes two-thirds of the OHS operating budget. (The remaining revenues are obtained from varied sources such as grants, private and corporate gifts, and earned revenue from admissions and gift shop sales.)

By statute, the State contracts with the Society to provide a variety of history-related services. Services provided to the state include managing state archives, administering the state's historic preservation office, and operating a network of historic sites and museums. The state's interests in the Society's activities are represented by nine trustees appointed by the Governor. Nine other trustees are elected by the board of trustees.

Application Procedure:

For more information or to complete an online application go to: http://www.ohiohistory.org/about/jobs/.  Or contact the OHS Human Resource Office at:

1982 Velma Ave.
Columbus, OH  43211-2497
Fax:  614.297.2293
E-mail:  applicant at ohiohistory.org

The Ohio Historical Society is an equal opportunity employer.  The Ohio Historical Society does not discriminate in its employment on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, ancestry, disability, age, and veteran status, or on any other basis that would be in violation of any applicable federal, state or local law.

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