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Position Available--Entry Level



ASSOCIATE "ENTRY-LEVEL" ARCHIVIST
Archival Services
The History Factory
Chantilly, Virginia

An excellent opportunity for a recent graduate to gain practical experience
in archives management. We utilize the Re:discovery database and will
provide training on our reference procedures. Professional and career
development will be encouraged.

Responsibilities: As a member of the Archival Services department and under
the supervision of both manager and director, the successful candidate will
perform the following duties: process and catalog archival records for
access and use; conduct historical research; maintain an automated research
request log; assist with incoming donations and accessions. Qualifications:
Requires either an ALA-accredited M.L.S. or M.A. in history, with
specialized archival training component; Experience in archival processing,
cataloging, and/or reference services is a plus.

Environment: For 21 years, The History Factory has specialized in the
appraisal, processing and management of the historical archives of leading
U.S. businesses. Our approach to archiving and communications enables our
clients to document and leverage their heritage for future generations. We
offer many related services that help put corporate history to profitable
use. The Archival Services department is comprised of eight archivists, who
assess, process, catalog and provide reference service to thirty archives
(more than 12,000 linear feet of materials) maintained at our facility. For
further information, visit our website: www.historyfactory.com Application
for Position: Please forward resume with cover letter and salary history to:
Deborah Waller, Director, Archival Services, The History Factory,
dwaller@historyfactory.com. No phone calls please. Consideration of
applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is
filled. A personal interview and references are required.

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