Position: Archives and Records Management Specialist 2, Digital Records Services
Salary Range: From $63108 to $80248 Annually
Appointment Type: Permanent Contingent
Applications Due: February 23, 2024
The New York State Archives is seeking candidates for an Archives and Records Management Specialist 2 position in our Digital Records Services Unit. The successful candidate will work as part of a newly established team dedicated to increasing NYSA's capacity to appraise, transfer, preserve, and provide access to archival records in electronic form.
Responsibilities include:
• Researching, analyzing, and recommending strategies for developing and improving NYSA's electronic records services.
• Participating in the development of internal procedures and training programs specific to managing archival electronic records.
• Participating in the appraisal, accessioning, and description of hybrid and born-digital archival records.
• Participating in the evaluation, selection, and installation of commercial and open-source products specific to managing archival electronic records.
• Managing scripts and software utilities used in the appraisal, accessioning and processing of electronic records.
• Assisting with the conversion of analog records to digital formats for preservation, especially audio-visual materials.
• Assisting in the configuration of internal information systems to better support archival electronic records. Current systems include ArchivesSpace, Preservica, Archive-It, and CollectiveAccess.
• Researching and recommending solutions for managing specific electronic records challenges such as email, social media, and records maintained in complex information systems.
• Monitoring and keeping up to date with the latest technologies and best practices related to electronic records management and advising NYSA staff on their implementation.
Full Description and Application Process: StateJobsNY
Questions? Please email Michelle.Arpey@nysed.gov
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Michelle Arpey
Head, Digital Records Services
New York State Archives
Albany NY
518-402-5314
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