Senior Local Records Archivist Library Specialist II - Band 4 Position #190 Minimum salary: $36,749 The Library of Virginia is seeking a Senior Local Records Archivist in its Local Records Services Branch. The Senior Local Records Archivist assists in the coordination and implementation of the Library's Local Records program on behalf of Virginia's circuit courts by providing assistance and information on ranges of archival, consultative, and grant services and on the preservation and reformatting of circuit court records; by assisting locality records processing projects through on-site training and project assessment; by participating in the inventory and appraisal of court records, and by assisting in the development, expansion, and implementation of the on-line Chancery Records Index and its digital component. Qualifications * A degree in applied history/archival studies, U. S. history or library science or related field preferred. * Graduate degree in one of the above disciplines preferred. * Knowledge of archival and records management practices and procedures. * Knowledge of archival description functions. * Knowledge of Virginia history and local government and the organization of Virginia circuit court records. * Knowledge of basic conservation-preservation procedures. * Knowledge of microform and electronic reformatting and records management software.. * Excellent interpersonal, writing, and other communication skills. * Demonstrated ability to coordinate complex projects. * Demonstrated ability to work effectively with professional and paraprofessional staff across multiple programs and with outside constituencies. * Demonstrated ability to design and deliver training programs. * Demonstrated ability to represent the program to the archival community, elected and appointed local government officials, diverse audiences, and constituent groups. * Must have a valid Virginia operator's license or ability to obtain one. * Must pass a background check. An equivalent combination of education, training and experience may substitute for educational requirements. 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 Virginia Employment Application form for position #190 by 5:00 PM on 1/26/07 to Jacquie O'Connor in the Human Resources Office, Library of Virginia, 800 East Broad Street, Richmond, Virginia 23219. Phone 804-692-3591/ FAX 804-692-3587. Virginia Employment Application forms are available online at http://jobs.state.va.us/eo_appl.htm. Please visit the Library's website at http://www.lva.lib.va.us/. EEO/AA/ADA Employer To subscribe, change options, or unsubscribe, please see the instructions at http://listlva.lib.va.us/archives/va-hist.html