Job Opening Title:
Archival Technician
Name of Employer:
The Chickasaw Nation
Job Site Location (City AND State):
Sulphur, Oklahoma
Application Deadline:
July 19, 2026
Minimum Degree Requirement:
Bachelor’s degree in library/archiving sciences or museum studies
Years of experience required:
2
Salary Range:
Job Opening URL:
https://gen-chickasawnation-
Job Description (if URL to posting not available). Include instructions for how to apply:
We are currently looking for a Full Time Archival Technician to join our Cultural Center Archives team located at the Chickasaw Cultural Center working 8:00AM-5:00PM – Mo Tu We Th Fr.
Summary:
Performs work in the accession, allocation, arrangement, storage, maintenance and servicing of records. This also includes professional archival services in digitization practices such as imaging of still images, photographs, and documents, and cataloging digital material within the Chickasaw Cultural Center digitization platform.
Responsibilities:
* Daily operations in archives within the Chickasaw Nation Collection and the Holisso: Center for Study of Chickasaw History and Culture, which consists of documents, photographs, maps, etc. related to the history of the Chickasaw Nation
* Locating records and work with conservators to clean, repair, and preserve archival material
* Maintains archival collections management information, including up-to-date shelf list inventory
* Familiarity with the principles of provenance, original order, and levels of intellectual of control. They will apply advanced knowledge in policies, procedures, archival theory, professional standards, appraisal, imaging, metadata, and archival outreach
* Evaluates the accuracy of records while understanding scanning specifications, software, metadata and cataloging while working alongside other team members performing similar work.
* Use discretion, independent judgment, and innovation to image and catalog materials
* Provide reference services to internal and external audiences by providing access, interpreting finding aids, giving instruction on the proper handling of materials and providing knowledge of the documents and photographs relevant to the researcher’s needs
* Research, plans, develops and implements long and short-range goals for the archives department with approval from Senior Manager, Archives and Director
* Operates computer systems, standard office equipment, microfilm reader/printer, scanners, digital camera, write reports and software pertinent to digitization
* May offer training to Chickasaw Nation staff about digitization processes
* Works to publicize the collections including utilizing collections for outreach, curriculum, and exhibits
* Trains and supervises interns, summer youth, and volunteers
* Processes and describes collection material according to archive standards, including rehousing, physical arrangement and creating finding aids
* Provides first class customer service to both internal and external customers and responds to inquiries, compliments, and/or complaints with professionalism, courtesy, and efficiency
* Completes all training and development requirements and participates in continuing education opportunities
* Works in a collaborative and supportive manner to support the productivity and safety of the work area, team members and customers of all types
– Maintains a clean, organized work area and ensures a safe environment
– Maintains and promotes professionalism
– Punctual and consistent in meeting start time, work schedule, attendance and other assigned work time metrics
– Adheres to Chickasaw Nation dress code standards
* Maintains knowledge of and follows all rules, regulations, policies and guidelines for assigned area
* Performs all other duties as assigned
Competencies:
Essential:
* Able to follow instructions, both written and oral
* Able to adhere to all scheduling and attendance requirements
* Must be detail-oriented
* Honesty, truthfulness, reliability, accountability
* Able to read, understand, apply, and retain knowledge of Chickasaw Nation, departmental, divisional and all other rules, regulations, policies, procedures and guidelines
* Understand Native American culture and tribal programs
* Knowledge of Chickasaw history and culture
* Knowledge of federal grant programs and requirements
* Must have expert level knowledge of research techniques
* Working knowledge of creating descriptive metadata or catalog records, or describing archival materials
* Working knowledge of digital imaging of still images and documents
* Familiarity with libraries, archives, and museums
* Organizes work and assigned area logically and orderly
* Able to verbally communicate in a professional and positive manner with other team members, departments, guests and management
Skills:
Essential:
* Basic Computer skills
Experience:
Essential:
* 2 years directly related experience
Nonessential:
* 2 years directly related supervisory experience
Education:
Essential:
* High School, GED or Equivalent
* Bachelors Degree in directly related field
Essential:
* Bachelors degree in library/archiving sciences or museum studies
Credentials:
Essential:
* Pass general background check
* Standard Driver’s License
Working Conditions:
Essential:
* Sitting up to 75% of shift
* Standing up to 75% of shift
* Use computer up to 75% of shift
* Works in an office setting
* Museum setting
* Pass pre-employment drug test
Training
*It is the responsibility of each employee to attend required training for their position or profession as determined by their line of support (LOS) or the leadership of the Chickasaw Nation. It is the responsibility of those who supervise, manage or otherwise lead employees or teams to ensure each employee has access to and receives all required training.
Mission, Vision & Core Values
Mission:
*To enhance the overall quality of life of the Chickasaw people.
Vision:
*To be a nation of successful and united people with a strong cultural identity.
Core Values:
*The Chickasaw People
*Cultural Identity
*Servant Leadership
*Selflessness
*Can Do Attitude
*Perseverance
*Stewardship
*Trust and Respect
*Loyalty
*Honesty and Integrity
*Teamwork