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Y2K bug?...Re: Archival Positions at Library of Virginia
Interesting Time Stamp on this piece of email...
Somebody in IT missed the Y2K boat.
Adam
John Kneebone wrote:
> ARCHIVIST
> PRIVATE PAPERS ARCHIVIST
> State Library Specialist
> #00206
> $28,292 - $44,171
>
> The Library of Virginia is seeking a Library Specialist to analyze, arrange,
> and describe moderately complex series of private and government papers;
> identify and organize manuscript materials, exercising considerable
> knowledge of national archival standards and considerable knowledge of
> Virginia local history; and arrange and store such materials in accordance
> with professional conservation guidelines. The specialist will also compile
> in-house quarterly reports of new collections; complete work of moderate
> impact and of considerable difficulty to ensure the preservation and
> accessibility of Virginia records and materials.
>
> The successful candidate will have a Master's degree from an accredited
> institution in U.S. history, library science, or a related field and formal
> training in archive administration preferred. Also, considerable knowledge
> of archival theory and practice, archival automation and online cataloguing
> using the MARC format, and Virginia or US history; demonstrated research
> skills, ability to analyze, arrange and describe collections accurately, to
> communicate effectively, and to function as a team member in a flexible work
> routine.
>
> The Library of Virginia fosters an open, team-oriented work environment and
> is seeking individuals who value this approach. To apply, submit a
> completed Virginia Employment Application Form for Positions #00206 by 5:00
> p.m. on January 21, 2000, to Patricia Ann Browne, The Library of Virginia,
> 800 E. Broad St., Richmond, VA 23219. Phone 804-692-3586 or FAX
> 804-692-3587.
>
> ARCHIVIST
> Public Services Archivist
> Position #00130
> (State Library Specialist)
> $28,292 - $44,171
>
> The Library's Archives Research Services Branch is seeking an experienced
> individual with exemplary patron-service skills to provide service to state
> and local government officials, specialized researchers and correspondents,
> and the general public by interpreting, evaluating, and analyzing their
> research needs. The Public Service Archivist will apply knowledge of
> Virginia history, historiography, and the holdings of the archives in order
> to guide, direct, instruct, or provide information necessary to answer
> inquiries and to make available the archival records of the Commonwealth.
>
> The successful candidate will have a Master's degree in US History, American
> Studies, or Library Science with an emphasis in archives administration or
> ACA certification and formal experience in an archival institution;
> considerable knowledge of Virginia or US history; of historical and
> genealogical research methodology; and of archival theory and practice. The
> position also requires demonstrated ability to provide reference services in
> an archival repository, to speak in public and to write effectively, to plan
> and carry out projects and prepare publications, and to direct the work of
> others. Must be able to work with the public on a sustained basis and as a
> team member. An equivalent combination of training and experience may
> substitute for educational requirements. Rotating Saturday public-service
> hours required. 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 #00130 by 5:00 PM on Friday,
> 1/21/2000, 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. Contact our website at http://vsla.edu
>
> --
> John T. Kneebone jkneebon@vsla.edu
> Director, Publications and Educational Services
> Library of Virginia http://www.lva.lib.va.us
>
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A posting from the Archives & Archivists LISTSERV List!
To subscribe or unsubscribe, send e-mail to listserv@listserv.muohio.edu
In body of message: SUB ARCHIVES firstname lastname
*or*: UNSUB ARCHIVES
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Or to do *anything* (and enjoy doing it!), use the web interface at
http://listserv.muohio.edu/archives/archives.html
Problems? Send e-mail to Robert F Schmidt <rschmidt@lib.muohio.edu>