Agency
Dept of Natural and Cultural Resources
Division
Archives , Records
Job Classification Title
Archivist I (NS)
Position Number
60083336
Grade
NC07
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
The primary purpose of this position is to provide technical, public, and support services necessary to help the Outer Banks History Center preserve, provide access to, and interpret the history of the Outer Banks region and provide access to holdings for the public by performing a wide range of public services and administrative functions for the Center; delivering reference services to onsite and remote researchers to provide intellectual and physical access to the Center's archival and library holdings; performing arrangement and description of archival materials acquired by the Center and other technical services to provide access to Center collections; assisting the director with facility operations, budget management, and purchasing to ensure effective running and maintenance of the Center; helping develop and implement outreach programs, services and activities to assure the Center meets its mission and goals; and creating and maintaining collections management policies and procedures.
Key Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Provide reference services for patrons onsite and remotely including monitoring and responding to Outer Banks History Center emails inquiries, assisting patrons with identification of relevant collections, and managing in person reference services
- Perform arrangement and description of archival materials to support collections management and archival processing.
- Assist the director with facility operations, budget management, and purchasing.
- Assist with developing and implementing outreach programs, services, and activities.
- Contribute to public awareness of the center through giving presentations, conducting tours, assisting with exhibits, and managing the center’s social media.
Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences
P lease note: Job postings close at 11:59:59 p.m. the night before the listed Posting End Date above.
Recruitment Range: $37,377.00 - $49,685.00
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:
Basic knowledge of North Carolina history and its people, the organization and operations of state and local governments in North Carolina, and genealogy practices.
Demonstrated knowledge with archival, library, or records management reference and public services functions, such as performing reference interviews, using collection access tools, and providing access to materials.
Demonstrated knowledge with applying best practices and techniques of archives, libraries, or records management including appraisal, accessioning, disposition, arranging, and describing public and private records and collections.
Demonstrated experience performing purchasing and budgetary functions and assisting with facility management and operations.
Demonstrated knowledge with applying concepts of fair use, copyright, and state and federal public records law.
Position/Physical Requirements
Must be available to work the schedule of Monday - Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm
Must have a valid driver’s license issued from within the United States or be able to obtain one within 90 days of employment.
Must be able to lift boxes weighing up to 40 lbs. with or without reasonable accommodation.
This position is located at:
1 Festival Park
Manteo, NC 27954
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, or library and information science;
OR
Master's degree in a related discipline with coursework in archival and records management from an appropriately accredited institution;
OR
an equivalent combination of education and experience.
This classification requires coursework in archival and records management. To receive credit, transcripts must be submitted at the time of application.
Section/Unit Description
The primary purpose of the Special Collections Section of the Division of Archives and Records is to manage and administer a comprehensive statewide program to identify, negotiate with potential donors for, appraise for historical and research value, preserve, protect, arrange, describe, and make available to the general public the “private and unofficial historical records and other documentary materials relating to the history of North Carolina.” These materials include private manuscript collections, photographs and other audiovisual materials, map collections, military collections, organization records, academic records from defunct post-secondary schools, research libraries, original works of art, and other materials housed at the State Archives in Raleigh and at regional repositories in Asheville and Manteo.
The Outer Banks History Center (OBHC) is the regional archives and research library in Manteo administered by the Special Collections Section of the Division of Archives and Records. Responsibilities of the center include managing the services and activities of a regional collection spanning a broad range of manuscript, print, audio visual, microfilm, and electronic resources documenting the history and culture of the North Carolina coast. The Outer Banks History Center staff provides reference services to the public; identifies, appraises, catalogs, and builds upon extant collections; arranges and describes unprocessed collections; and preserves all the holdings of the Center.
The OBHC also serves as the primary repository for private manuscripts and organizational records in the coastal region of North Carolina. The OBHC is responsible for promotional and educational outreach programs, including the design, implementation, and maintenance of exhibits in the History Center Gallery. The staff of the Outer Banks History Center is responsible for accurately interpreting the Public Records Law, copyright, and fair use. These responsibilities are mandated by Chapters 121 and 132 of the General Statutes of North Carolina and the North Carolina Administrative Code of the Department of Cultural Resources, Office of Archives and History, Division of Archives and 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://archives.ncdcr.gov/
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
T he 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:
[email protected]
