Archivist IV (Digital Collections Archivist) Position Available In Richland, South Carolina

Archivist IV (Digital Collections Archivist)

Salary
$38,985.00

• $72,134.00 Annually
  Location Richland County, SC
  Job Type
  FTE
• Full-Time
  Job Number
  175857
  Agency
  Department of Archives and History
  Division
  A & R M/Information Technology Services
  Opening Date
  04/23/2025
  Closing Date
  5/31/2025 12:00 AM Eastern

Class Code:

CE60

Position Number:

60011843

Normal Work Schedule:

Other
Normal Work Schedule (Other):
Monday

• Friday (8:30
• 5:00). Occasional weekend and evening hours required.
  Pay Band
  Band 5
  Hiring Range
• Min.
  $40,000.00
  Hiring Range
• Max.

$58,000.00
Opening Date
04/23/2025
EEO Statement
Equal Opportunity Employer

Agency Specific Application Procedures:

Please complete the online state application to include all current and previous work history and education. Please attach a cover letter and resume. A resume will not be accepted in lieu of the online application.
Veteran Preference Statement
South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.

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Job Responsibilities
Under general supervision, manages the collection, storage and preservation of born-digital and digitized materials, including developing procedures and practices to achieve intellectual control of electronic records of state agencies and local government subdivisions that have been permanently transferred to the state archives. Plans, develops and implements procedures for preserving and providing access to electronic records, including archived websites, audio-visual materials, emails, and social media collections through the SC Electronic Records Archives (SCERA) using a range of preservation tools and software.
Provides direction to other archivists in the processing of electronic records for archival retention.
Provides assistance to the Record Management Unit with the identification, evaluation and scheduling of potential archival records involving electronic formats. Works with other staff to develop and implement training for state agencies and local government subdivisions in the preservation of electronic records.
Advises and provides reference assistance regarding historical or genealogical research. Minimum and Additional Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in history, information science, or a related field. General knowledge of archival practices as they relate to electronic records and digital preservation.
Ability to communicate in a clear and efficient manner, both orally and in writing.
Ability to work cooperatively and effectively with the public, staff, and other professionals.
Ability to lift 40 lbs. to shoulder height required.
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree in library and information science or public history with coursework in archival administration and principles. Prior experience processing born digital records for long term preservation and access.
Prior experience with web archiving.
Prior experience with email archiving.
Familiarity with Preservica or other digital preservation software. Familiarity with Dublin Core and EAD metadata standards.
Experience with command line tools or automated scripts.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Access or equivalent software.
Employer
State of South Carolina
Agency
Department of Archives and History
Address
8301 Parklane Road
Columbia, South Carolina, 29223
Phone
803-896-6160
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