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Job Announcement -- Trinity Church, New York



The following announcement is a new posting for Trinity Church on Wall
Street.

Mark J. Duffy
Director of Archives
The Archives of the Episcopal Church, USA
512-472-6816


JOB ANNOUNCEMENT
Trinity Church Archives
Parish of Trinity Church, New York City
Archivist & Records Manager

Overview
The Parish of Trinity Church is an Episcopal parish founded by Royal
Charter by King William III in 1697. The Archivist & Records Manager is
responsible for bringing an archival approach to the Church's management
of its records and manuscript collection, for developing and maintaining
the Church's records management program, and for facilitating the use of
these collections, including through exhibits in Trinity Museum.  The
position supervises one full time assistant.

Duties and Responsibilities
- Promote an understanding of the archival paradigm for cultural
resources management as it relates to the needs of the Church in
managing its diverse collections.
- Oversee processing and description of records and manuscript
collections; revise and develop print and digital access tools as
appropriate to enhance the use and understanding of these collections.
- Ensure for the preservation of collections and arrange for
conservation treatments as appropriate.
- Manage internal acquisitions as well as donations from external
sources.
- Continue planning efforts toward establishing a records management
program; ensure its implementation through appropriate policies and
procedures.
- Facilitate access to and understanding of records and manuscript
collections in the Church's custody for all users - both internal and
external.
- Manage and present the departmental budget.
- Represent the Church in history oriented projects around New York
City.

Qualifications
The position requires an MA in History or related discipline, or MLS
degree with concentration in archives from an ALA-accredited library
school. Knowledge of contemporary archival standards and records
management principles and practices. A minimum of three-years
professional experience processing collections in an archives, museum,
or manuscript repository.  Excellent written, oral and interpersonal
communication skills. Ability to train and constructively evaluate
student interns and volunteers.

Please send resume and cover letter to:
HR Recruiter
Fax: (212) 602-9649
hr@trinitywallstreet.org

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