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Archival Position at the Library of Virginia



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

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