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Archival Position at Library of Virginia
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Brent Tarter <[log in to unmask]>
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I have been asked to forward this announcement to Va-Hist and Va-Roots

Brent Tarter
The Library of Virginia
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Visit the Library of Virginia's web site at http://www.lva.lib.va.us


Senior Archivist, Architectural Records
(Library Specialist II)
Position #00072
Hiring Range:  $31,000 - $34,000 

The Library of Virginia is seeking a Senior Archivist for Architectural Records.  The successful candidate will analyze, arrange, and describe complex series of drawings, plans, and plats found in the private, business, circuit court, and state agency records of Virginia.  Duties include identifying the content, arrangement, research potential, extent and date range of these collections; conducting research; indexing and making information accessible; preparing finding aids and MARC catalogue records; contacting donors of architectural materials; and evaluating the physical condition of records to determine the extent of deterioration and need for treatment.

Qualifications include a Master's degree from an accredited institution in U.S. history, Architectural history, Archival Studies, Library Science, or a related field and formal training in archives administration preferred.  Also, considerable knowledge of archival theory and practice, archival automation and online cataloguing using the MARC format, and knowledge of Virginia or US history and standard archival conservation guidelines; demonstrated research skills; ability to analyze, arrange and describe collections accurately; working knowledge of Microsoft Office software; ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing and work effectively with donors; and to work in a  team environment.  Experience with processing architectural plans and drawings and knowledge of Virginia/Richmond architecture are highly preferred.  The successful candidate must pass a security background check.

The Library of Virginia fosters an open, team-oriented work environment and is seeking individuals who value this approach.  To apply, candidates must submit a completed State Application form by 5:00 PM on Friday, August 29, 2003, to Jacquie O'Connor in the Human Resources Office, Library of Virginia, 800 East Broad Street, Richmond, Virginia 23219.  Phone 804-692-3586/ FAX 804-692-3587.  EEO/AA/ADA Employer

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