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Episcopal Diocese of Massachusetts: Position Announcement



Position Announcement

ARCHIVIST, EPISCOPAL DIOCESE OF MASSACHUSETTS

The Episcopal Diocese of Massachusetts is seeking applications for the full-
time position of Archivist.

Principal Responsibilities
Overall responsibility for archival and records management, including
 *Directing research, reference and outreach services for the
Diocesan
Library and Archives
 *Administering active records management program (files management,
scheduling and disposition)
 *Acquiring and interpreting non-current administrative and
historical records of central diocesan offices and committees; ancillary
episcopal organizations; and parishes, clergy and laity.
 *Administering all aspects of collection management (accessioning,
arrangement and description)
 *Managing special library (rare book collection and reference
material)
 *Supervising volunteers and interns
 *Preparing exhibits and publications

Serves as staff liaison to parish historians, assisting with the
organization and communication of their annual meeting; and provides staff
support to other diocesan committees as appropriate.  Serves as a member of
the Program Staff and reports to the Canon to the Ordinary.

Qualifications
 *Advanced degree in history and archival administration
 *Knowledge of American church history or the Episcopal Church
desirable but not essential
 *At least three years of experience in archives and records
management
 *Strong public speaking and writing skills as well as attention to
detail
 *Ability to work with professional and clerical staff, committee
members, donors, volunteers
 *Familiarity with word processing and database software,
particularly for archival applications.

Compensation and Benefits
Annual compensation based on experience.  Health insurance and other
benefits are provided.

Application:
Send letter of application, including a resume and three references, to:
Mrs. Priscilla Lemons, Episcopal Diocese of Massachusetts, 138 Tremont St.,
Boston, MA 02111

The Episcopal Diocese of Massachusetts is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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