The Louisiana Secretary of State is seeking an experienced archivist to serve as the supervisor of the Imaging and Preservation Services section of the Louisiana State Archives.

Job Duties Include:

• Provides direct supervision to the Imaging and Preservation Services team and performs administrative tasks necessary for the operation of the section. 

• Meets with state government agencies to determine document conversion needs; manages all aspects of electronic digitizing and microphotographic conversion projects, including but not limited to, scheduling, document preparation, document transport, organization of files, storage, invoicing, and disposition of the records after conversion.

• Performs regular equipment maintenance functions and coordinates machine maintenance with third-party providers.

• Develops training materials and gives presentations to government agencies. 

• Collaborates with the Records Services Manager on the development of statewide policies regarding the digitization of records and the long-term preservation of electronic records. 

• Participates in emergency planning and response. 

• Experience with the following software and equipment is preferred: Preservica, archive writers, microfilm scanners, diazo duplicators, and large-format, planetary scanners.

Minimum Qualifications:

A baccalaureate degree plus three years of professional level experience in historical research; archival operations, records management and records preservation; or college level teaching in history, political science, philosophy, anthropology, historical geography, archaeology, social studies/social studies education, American studies, Latin American studies, European studies, international studies, international relations, English, French, Spanish or fine arts; or professional level experience in a public sector setting.

Salary: $3,904.00 - $7,658.00 Monthly

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