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Archives Technician
Library Systems & Services LLC —Washington, DC
- $22 - $29 an hour
- Full-time
- Computer literacy
- High school diploma or GED
- Data entry
- AD&D insurance
- Disability insurance
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Documentation Specialist
JBW Federal —Washington, DC
- Weekends as needed
- Customer service
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Photo Analyst
National Geographic —Washington, DC
- $79,400 - $106,400 a year
- Mid-level
- Bachelor's degree
- Organizational skills
Senior Producer, National Geographic Production Services
National Geographic —Washington, DC
- $123,700 - $170,000 a year
- 7 years
- Microsoft Outlook
- Computer literacy
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Library Technician
Library Systems & Services LLC —Washington, DC
- $20 - $25 an hour
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- High school diploma or GED
- AD&D insurance
- Disability insurance
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Curatorial Assistant
The Phillips Collection —Washington, DC
- $47,000 - $50,000 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Word
- Mid-level
- Analysis skills
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
Producer/Editor (Preditor) (National Geographic)
National Geographic —Washington, DC
- $115,500 - $154,800 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Writing skills
- Mid-level
- Bachelor's degree
Editor, IS-1082-09
Smithsonian Institution —Washington, DC
- $70,623 - $82,396 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
Historical Collections Archivist
KMRG, LLC —Washington, DC
- $70,000 - $90,000 a year
- Full-time
- Office
- Ability to sit for extended periods
- In-person
3d
Archivist
Zimmerman Associates, Inc. —Washington, DC
- $43.76 an hour
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- Analysis skills
Case Administrator I/II
U.S. Courts —Washington, DC
- $51,146 - $91,839 a year
- Full-time
- Pass drug screening
- Research
- Mid-level
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
13d
Program Analyst
US National Endowment for the Humanities —Washington, DC
- $85,447 - $111,087 a year
- Online Application
- Background check
- Customer service
- Pass drug screening
9d
Archivist
Library Systems & Services LLC —Washington, DC
- $73,000 - $85,000 a year
- Full-time
- Research
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- AD&D insurance
- Disability insurance
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Archivist
KMRG, LLC —Washington, DC
- $70,000 - $90,000 a year
- Full-time
- Office
- Ability to sit for extended periods
- In-person
3d
Folklife Specialist (Research and Programs)
US Library of Congress —Washington, DC
- $70,623 - $91,815 a year
- Online Application
- Pass drug screening
- Mid-level
- Travel
12d
General Clerk III
Bowhead —Hyattsville, MD
- $24.65 an hour
- Full-time
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Word processing
- Computer literacy
Store Associate
US Defense Commissary Agency —Anacostia, DC
- $17.82 - $25.95 an hour
- Overtime
- Background check
- 18 years or older
- Pass drug screening
Library Technician (Metadata and Digitization Support)
Library Systems & Services LLC —Bethesda, MD
- $24.49 - $33.00 an hour
- Full-time
- Ability to sit for extended periods
- Organizational skills
- 1 year
- AD&D insurance
- Disability insurance
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Records Manager SME
HEITECH SERVICES —Washington, DC
- 5 years
- Senior level
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Federal Archivist
KMRG, LLC —Washington, DC
- $70,000 - $90,000 a year
- Full-time
- Office
- Ability to sit for extended periods
- In-person
3d

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Archives Technician

Library Systems & Services LLC -
Washington, DC

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Job Details

Full-time
$22 - $29 an hour

Benefits

AD&D insurance
Disability insurance
Health insurance
Dental insurance
401(k)
Paid time off
Family leave
Vision insurance
Life insurance

Qualifications

Computer operation
Shelving (library and archives technical processing)
High school diploma or GED
Desktop applications
Productivity software
Materials handling

Full Job Description

Description:

LAC Federal is seeking a detail-oriented Archival Technicians to support a 12-month project to provide processing and preservation of nationally significant archival collections. Working under the direction of professional archivists, the Archival Technicians will assist with collection assessment, arrangement, rehousing, labeling, inventorying, and preservation activities involving manuscripts, correspondence, photographs, music materials, audiovisual materials, scrapbooks, and other special collections. This position provides an opportunity to contribute directly to preserving and improving access to important cultural heritage collections.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Assist with collection surveys and assessments to identify organization, preservation concerns, and processing requirements.
Review, sort, and organize archival materials according to established processing plans and archival procedures.
Arrange and rehouse archival materials into acid-free folders, archival boxes, sleeves, and protective enclosures.
Label folders, boxes, and other housing materials in accordance with Library of Congress standards and project requirements.
Perform foldering, boxing, refoldering, and physical organization of manuscript and archival materials.
Assist with processing correspondence, subject files, music manuscripts, photographs, audiovisual materials, scrapbooks, biographical materials, clippings, and related collection materials.
Inventory audiovisual materials and other special formats and document required information in project tracking tools and inventories.
Identify duplicate materials, damaged items, preservation concerns, and materials requiring special handling.
Assist with basic preservation activities, including photocopying newsprint clippings and replacing non-archival housing materials.
Enter and update collection inventory information, container lists, and metadata in designated templates and systems.
Track work completed and maintain accurate production statistics and project documentation.
Follow all handling, security, and quality assurance procedures associated with federal archival collections.

Requirements:

Mandatory Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent.
Minimum one (1) year of experience processing archival collections, manuscript collections, special collections, museum collections, library collections, records management collections, or similar historical materials.
Experience handling and organizing paper-based archival materials.
Ability to follow established archival processing procedures and detailed instructions.
Ability to maintain accuracy and attention to detail while working with large volumes of materials.
Ability to work independently and as part of a project team.
Basic computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office applications.
Ability to lift and move archival boxes and collection materials weighing up to 35 pounds.
Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance and Library of Congress access credentials.

Preferred Qualifications

Associate’s degree or Bachelor's degree in History, Library Science, Museum Studies, Archives, Information Science, Humanities, or a related field.
Experience working in an archives, special collections repository, museum, library, historical society, or cultural heritage institution.
Experience rehousing archival materials using archival-quality folders, boxes, sleeves, and enclosures.
Experience inventorying photographs, audiovisual materials, or other special-format collections.
Familiarity with archival arrangement and description principles.
Experience creating inventories, container lists, or collection tracking documentation.
Experience processing music collections, manuscript collections, or performing arts collections.
Experience working on federal government, library, archives, or museum projects.
Familiarity with archival preservation and conservation best practices.
Strong organizational and time-management skills.

Physical Requirements

Ability to lift, carry, push, and move archival materials and storage boxes weighing up to 30 pounds, and transport materials throughout the work area.
Ability to sit, stand, walk, bend, kneel, reach, and climb step stools or ladders as needed to retrieve, organize, and rehouse archival collections stored on shelving.
Ability to perform repetitive manual tasks requiring fine motor skills and visual attention to detail, including handling fragile materials, labeling folders, entering data, and working at a computer for extended periods.

Benefits

Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
Short Term & Long-Term Disability
Training & Development

EEO Statement

The company and its subsidiaries are an equal opportunity employer and celebrate the population of differences and does not discriminate in its hiring/hiring practices, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Nothing in this job specification restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

Critical features of this job are described under various headings above. They may be subject to change at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons. The above statements are strictly intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as a complete list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of employees in this position.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.

To perform this job successfully, the incumbents will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently.

Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” relationship.

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