Job Opening Title: Archives Manager
Institution/Organization Name: Sisters of St. Francis of the Neumann Communities
Job Location (City, State, Province, Country): Syracuse, NY
Application Deadline:
Years of experience required: 5+
The congregational archives manager will be responsible for providing leadership, direction, effective planning and coordination of the Sisters of St. Francis and the St. Marianne Cope Shrine & Museum archives. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the development of: congregational policies and procedures for collections management, tailoring to our religious community; a long-term plan for the collection, identifying objectives and specifying the strategies and actions needed to achieve them; and an archival program which addresses a plan for future additions to the existing collection, as well as a final external repository. Incumbent will also manage, organize, provide direction and supervise all archive personnel and will report to the leadership team. Position is located in Syracuse, NY.
Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in History or related field; MLS from an ALA accredited program or MA in related field preferred; certification with ACA (Academy of Certified Archivists) high desired — or pursuing certification; proven management experience and records management background; in-depth knowledge of archival principles and practices with an emphasis on religious congregations; ability to work independently and to make archival decisions; excellent communication, public speaking and writing skills; ability to take concepts and convert to strategic and tactical plans; knowledge of File Maker Pro or similar archivist program; proficiency in Microsoft Office products. Valid drivers’ license.
Send cover letter, resume and salary history to: Sisters of St. Francis of the Neumann Communities, Attn: Janet Yermas/HR, 960 James Street, Syracuse, NY 13203; or jyermas@sosf.org. http://www.sosf.org
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