Agency

Dept of Natural and Cultural Resources

Division

Archives , Records

Job Classification Title

Archivist II (NS)

Position Number

60083375

Grade

NC08

About Us

The North Carolina Department of Natural and Cultural Resources (DNCR) enriches people’s lives through education and stewardship of North Carolina’s natural and cultural resources. DNCR manages over 100 locations across the state, including historic sites, museums, state parks, trails, aquariums, the North Carolina Zoo, the Library of North Carolina, the State Archives, the North Carolina Arts Council, the African American Heritage Commission, the American Indian Heritage Commission, the State Historic Preservation Office, the Office of State Archaeology, the Highway Historical Markers program, the North Carolina Land and Water Fund, and the Natural Heritage Program. These programs and places unite North Carolinians, create a shared identity, and provide common ground. For more information, please visit www.dncr.nc.gov. We encourage you to apply to become a part of our team.

Description of Work

This employee is responsible for providing a wide range of archival, records, and information management services to assigned state and local government agencies to assist these entities with the efficient and economical creation, management, maintenance, and disposition of public records. Assistance relates to inventorying records series and providing information for the purpose of creating and amending records retention and disposition schedules.

Key Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

- Appraises records to determine appropriate disposition based on their administrative, fiscal, legal, and historical value, and provides state and local government offices advice on the long-term preservation of their archival records.

- Provides guidance on electronic records, imaging technology, disaster preparedness and recovery for the protection of agency records, and essential records identification and protection.

- Develops training to suit the needs of an agency and conducts professional workshops and other training (including online tutorials) for public employees.

- Travels statewide providing services to state and local government employees.
The employee serves as representative or liaison for the Division of Archives and Records at conferences and workshops. This position is highly collaborative and requires extensive contact with internal and external clients.

- Works often with the Records Description Unit to identify and subsequently schedule transfers of archival records to the custody of the State Archives of North Carolina.

- Works directly with the Digital Services Section to ensure the seamless transition of born-digital and digitized records from state agencies to the digital repository.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

Please note: Job postings close at 11:59:59 p.m. the night before the listed Posting End Date above.

Recruitment Range: $39,244.00 - $53,500.00

To receive credit for your work history and credentials, you must provide the information on the application form. Any information omitted from the application form, listed as general statements, listed under the text resume section, or on an attachment will not be considered for qualifying credit.

 

Candidates meet the minimum qualifications of this position if they meet the minimum education and experience listed on the vacancy announcement. Vacancy specific knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAs) and/or management preferences are not required. Applicants who possess the following are preferred:

• Knowledge of archival and records management principles and metadata standards, including records appraisal and scheduling, and best practices in electronic records management.
• Demonstrated experience in archival appraisal, arrangement and description, and/or the use of retention and disposition schedules to manage records.
• Working knowledge of the organization of state and local government.
• Demonstrated experience in planning, developing, implementing, and evaluating projects and overseeing projects over section lines, as well as establishing timeframes for completion.
• Ability to provide reference services, including searching documents for administrative, legal, and evidential purposes.
• Ability to develop and deliver training for varied audiences.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing, as well as establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees, government officials, and the public.

Position/Physical Requirements

• Must be available to work the schedule of Monday - Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm with occasional Saturday work required as needed.
• Must have a valid driver’s license issued from within the United States or be able to obtain one within 90 days of employment.

This position is deemed eligible for hybrid telework under DNCR’s Telework Policy.

This position is located at:

215 N. Blount St.

Raleigh, NC 27601

Minimum Education and Experience

Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.

Master's degree in history, public history, library and information science, or a related discipline from an appropriately accredited institution

AND

one year of progressive experience in archives and/or records management;

OR

an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Section/Unit Description

The primary purpose of the Government Records Section is to develop and administer a comprehensive consultative program for the management of records in state and local government and within the community college and university systems in North Carolina, as required by General Statutes 121 and 132. The Government Records Section assists the entities of state and local government in all areas of recordkeeping activities and responsibilities, especially regarding electronic records, consulting on retention issues (especially in their legal dimensions), on suitable media for the maintenance of records, and on the efficient organization and management of paper and electronic records.

Division Description

The Division of Archives and Records seeks to be a national leader in providing quality guidance on information stewardship in North Carolina and in creating simplified and integrated access to authentic information. We document the history and culture of our state through diverse collecting. We protect citizen rights and promote government transparency by providing equitable access and stewardship for public and historical records. We broaden understanding and engagement in North Carolina’s rich history through outreach and collaboration. https://www.dncr.nc.gov/about/history/archives-records

Click here to learn about employee perks and benefits.

Click here to see the Total Compensation Calculator.

Supplemental and Contact Information 

 

The Department of Natural and Cultural Resources (DNCR) selects applicants for employment based on required education and experience and job-related knowledge, skills, and abilities without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age (40 or older), disability, National Guard or veteran status, genetic information, political affiliation, or political influence. 

 

We are an Employment First state, ensuring that people with disabilities have equal opportunities to succeed in the state government workplace. DNCR supports pay equity for women, establish paid parental leave for birth, adoption, and foster care, and implement fair chance policies. Join a team that welcomes, values, respects and supports all members of our work community. 

 

Application Process

 Be sure to complete the application in its entirety.   Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing this application. Information should be provided in the appropriate areas, to include the following: Education, including high school and all degrees obtained, Work Experience, and Certificates & Licenses. It is critical to our screening and salary determination process that applications contain comprehensive candidate information.

• Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information regarding the status of your application. The hiring process may take several weeks.
• Be sure to complete the application in full. Applicants are unable to submit more than one application to an individual posting.  Only one application received prior to the closing date will be accepted.  Applications must be submitted by 11:59:59 PM on the night prior to the closing date.  

 

Degree/College Credit Verification 

Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions. Transcripts, and degree evaluations may be uploaded with your application. If you have student loans, becoming a state employee includes eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. Visit www.studentaid.gov to learn more. 

 

Veteran’s and National Guard Preference 

Applicants seeking Veteran’s Preference must attach a DD Form 214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, along with the state application. 

 

Applicants seeking National Guard Preference must attach an NGB 23A (RPAS), along with the state application if they are a current member of the NC National Guard in good standing. 

 

Applicants who are former member of either the NC Army National Guard or the NC Air National Guard, with honorable discharge and six years of creditable service must attach a copy of the DD 256 or NGB 22, along with the state application. 

 

ADA Accommodations 

Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA), DNCR is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, DNCR will ensure that persons with disabilities, or known limitations covered by the PWFA, are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact the person indicated below. 

 

Employment Eligibility 

It is the policy of the State of North Carolina and DNCR that all employees provide proof of employment eligibility (immigration and naturalization) on the first day of employment. We participate in E-Verify (Employment Eligibility Verification System). 

CONTACT INFORMATION:  

N.C. Department of Natural and Cultural Resources

Division of Human Resources

109 E. Jones Street, Raleigh, NC 27601 

Phone: 919-814-6670

EEO Statement

The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.

Recruiter:

Mary McClintock

Email:

employment@dncr.nc.gov