ArchivistFulton County SchoolsAtlanta, GAFull Job DescriptionCategory: District Based ClericalJob Function: ClericalDepartment: Teaching MuseumSummaryThe Fulton County Schools Archivist carries out the intention of the FCS Archives' mission: To collect, preserve, and share the history of the Fulton County Schools and the Fulton County Board of Education. The Archivist preserves and maintains a wide range of historical materials, such as FCS board minutes, school yearbooks, and AV recordings. The Archivist also develops curriculum related to archival collections and primary sources for use by the Fulton County Teaching Museum and Fulton County teachers and staff.Essential DutiesOperate as primary custodian for Fulton County Schools archival collections by collecting and preserving artifacts and ensuring their accessibility to Fulton County Schools stakeholders and Archives patronsShare the history of Fulton County Schools through primary sourcesDesign and implement a records management system for archival collectionsDevelop processes to catalogue historical records, and to ensure integrity of records of archival collectionsDevelop standard operating procedures to ensure accurate, complete, and current archival collection informationEnsure security of archival collectionsMaintain the Fulton County Schools public web interfaces for open-source usage and copyright restricted recordsDevelop processes to ensure schools and other departments have a process and protocol for donations, requests, and loans of materials to and from the Fulton County ArchivesEducate Fulton County employees and Fulton County Archives patrons of standard archival processes related to handling of archival collectionsDevelop, implement, and promote partnerships between the Fulton County Archives and donors, the Library of Congress, the Digital Library of Georgia, and other archival entitiesConduct the administrative functions of the Fulton County ArchivesEnsure equal access to archival records per archival standards and practicesServe as the Fulton County Archives liaison for all community stakeholders, employees and patronsServe as primary custodian of Teaching Museum collectionsFunction as the primary grants agent for the Fulton County ArchivesDevelop and maintain a system for cataloguing Teaching Museum collectionsAssist in the planning, coordination, and implementation of professional development to support the needs of schools and the Academics Division as it relates to implementing primary sources in curriculumCollaborate with the Teaching Museum, Academics Division, and other stakeholders to ensure the archives collection and programming represents the needs of Fulton County SchoolsDevelop curriculum resources for the Academics Division and the Teaching Museum related to the Fulton County Archives collections and state standardsDeliver programming for students, staff, and other stakeholders as it relates to primary sources and the Fulton County Archives collectionsEstablish and maintain positive relationships between Academics, the Office of the Superintendent, the schools, and other FCS DepartmentsSupport the needs of the Teaching MuseumAdhere to open records request of archival collectionsProvide tours of archival collectionsPerform other duties as assigned by the appropriate administratorRequired EducationBachelor's Degree in Archives or history-related discipline requiredCertification/LicensureCertified Archivist preferredExperience QualificationsMinimum 2 years' experience working or interning in a related field or a Master's in MLIS or preservation related disciplineKnowledge/Skills/AbilitiesKnowledge of school and District policies and practicesWorking knowledge of museum software (e.g., PastPerfect, Omeka, etc.)Proficient in Microsoft Office SuiteKnowledge of archival standards and practicesMust be able to work with minimal supervisionAbility to successfully manage multiple tasks, projects and responsibilitiesMust be able to collaborate effectively with Teaching Museum staff and patrons, District and school personnel, the general public, and diverse groups of peopleExcellent organizational and customer service skillsExcellent communication skills both written and verbalWorking ConditionsNormal office environmentPhysical DemandsRoutine physical activity associated with normal office environmentMust be able to properly handle archival collections of various sizes and formatsPosting ID33401Equal Employment Opportunity StatementIt is the policy of the Fulton County School System not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, or disability in any employment practice, educational program, or any other program, activity, or service. 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