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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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