ARCHIVES RESEARCH COORDINATOR Position #00104 $33,811 - $52,787 The Archives Research Services Branch is seeking an Archives Research Coordinator to assist the Branch Manager with program oversight and direction in genealogical services. The Coordinator provides leadership and training for other staff in genealogical and reference services to state and local government officials, genealogical organizations and groups, specialized researchers and correspondents, and the general public and must be able to interpret, evaluate and analyze complex research needs. The Coordinator applies considerable knowledge of genealogical and historical research methodology, Virginia history and historiography, and of the holdings of the archives to guide, direct, instruct, or provide information necessary to answer inquiries and to make available the archival records of the Commonwealth. Serves as a member of a rotating Saturday reference shift. The successful candidate will have a Master's degree in US History, American Studies, or Library Science with emphasis in archives administration and genealogy or ACA certification and formal experience in an archival institution and in conducting genealogical research. Requires comprehensive knowledge of genealogical methodology and practice, of Virginia or US history and government, of historiography and historical research techniques, of archival theory and practice, and of cartographic research methodology; demonstrated ability to provide complex genealogical and other reference services and to conduct historical and genealogical research in an archival repository; to carry out work assignments independently; to speak in public and to write effectively; to plan and carry out projects and prepare publications. Demonstrated ability to coordinate and conduct workshops and to work with the public on a sustained basis. Demonstrated knowledge of and experience with automated access systems, on-line searching tools, and general computer applications. Considerable experience and demonstrated leadership and management skills in progressively responsible positions in an archives, manuscript repository, or special collections department of a major research library is desirable. Certification as a genealogical researcher or lecturer is highly desirable. An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience may substitute for education. 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, submit a completed State application form for position #00104 by 5:00 PM on Friday, March 16, 2001, to: Patricia Ann Browne, Human Resources Office, Library of Virginia, 800 East Broad Street, Richmond, Virginia 23219, Phone 804-692-3586/FAX 804-692-3587. For more information, contact our website at http://www.lva.lib.va.us/ <http://vsla.edu/>. An EEO/AA/ADA Employer. To subscribe, change options, or unsubscribe please see the instructions at http://listlva.lib.va.us/archives/va-roots.html