ARCHIVIST

Summary This position is part of the National Archives and Records Administration, Research Services, Electronic Records Division, Accessioning Branch. The Electronic Records Division is responsible for accessioning, processing, arranging for preservation, and providing access to the federal electronic records in the custody of the National Archives. The lead archivist is responsible for coordinating the transfer of permanent electronic records created by federal agencies to the National Archives. Learn more about this agency Requirements Conditions of Employment This opportunity is also open to Status Candidates under Announcement ST-12623848-25-SW. Please refer to that announcement for details on open period, eligibility, and how to apply. The experience may have been gained in either the public, private sector or volunteer service. One year of experience refers to full-time work; part-time work is considered on a prorated basis. To ensure full credit for your work experience, please indicate dates of employment by month/day/year, and indicate number of hours worked per week on your resume. A one year probationary period may be required. Must successfully complete a background investigation. Complete a Declaration for Federal Employment to determine your suitability for Federal employment, at the time requested by the agency. If you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959, certify that you have registered with the Selective Service System or are exempt from having to do so. Go through a Personal Identity Verification (PIV) process that requires two forms of identification from the Form i-9. Federal law requires verification of the identity and employment eligibility of all new hires in the U.S. Designated and/or Random Drug Testing may be required. Key Requirements: Please refer to "Conditions of Employment." Click "Print Preview" to review the entire announcement before applying. Must be U.S. Citizens or U.S. Nationals. This position also requires Q sensitive and Top secret security clearance Qualifications You must meet the following requirements by the closing date of this announcement. Specialized Experience: For the GS-13, you must have one year of specialized experience at a level of difficulty and responsibility equivalent to the GS-12 grade level in the Federal service. Specialized experience for this position includes: Managing multiple priorities, such as but not limited to, conducting outreach, responding to internal and external inquiries, negotiating the transfer of electronic records, reviewing technical reports, recognizing errors, and reconciling problems; AND Analyzing and researching electronic record techniques to deliver assistance to individuals, agencies and other organizations; AND Experience performing analysis of file formats, metadata, and documentation in order to manage and preserve electronic records Education Education Requirements: Basic requirements for all grades: A. Bachelor's degree in archival science or bachelor's degree with a major that includes 18 semester hours in archival science, history and/or in political science or government, and 12 semester hours in one or any combination of the following: archival science, history, American civilization, economics, political science, public administration, or government. OR B. Combination of education and experience - at least 30 semester hours that included courses as shown above, plus appropriate experience or additional education. The education generally must be from an accredited (or pre-accredited) college or university recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Additional information We may select from this announcement or any other source to fill one or more vacancies. This announcement may be used to fill like positions in other organizations within the National Archives and Records Administration. This is a bargaining unit position, AFGE Council 260. We offer opportunities for telework, per Agency policy. We offer opportunities for alternative and flexible work schedules, per Agency policy. Benefits A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new window Learn more about federal benefits. Review our benefits Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.