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City Archivist (0922) - San Francisco Public Library (143695)

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Department: Public Library
Job class: 0922-Manager I
Starting salary range: $129,974.00 - $165,958.00 (Range A)
Role type: Permanent Civil Service
Hours: Full-time
Exam type: Position Based Test
Rule: Rule of the List
List type: Combined Promotive and Entrance

About:

This is a Position-Based Test conducted in accordance with CSC Rule 111A.

Application Opening: February 26, 2024
Application Deadline: The application filing will be open continuously at least through Friday, March 22, 2024, and may close any time thereafter.
Compensation Range: $128,050 - $163,514 Annually (Range A)
Appointment Type: Permanent Civil Service
Recruitment ID: PBT-0922-143695; RTF0143###-####5334

San Francisco Public Library (SFPL) is dedicated to free and equal access to information, knowledge, independent learning and the joys of reading for our diverse communities.

Under general supervision, the City Archivist plays a vital role in preserving and sharing the city's historical wealth. The incumbent leads the effort to acquire, maintain, and steward San Francisco's archives, adhering to city regulations and collaborating with CCSF departments. The City Archivist engages with community groups and educational institutions to ensure inclusive representation of the city's history.

The essential functions of this position include:

• Leads city-wide efforts for acquiring, maintaining, and stewarding city archives;
• Conducts extensive outreach to CCSF departments and officials to preserve historical records;
• Engages with community groups, educational institutions, and organizations for diverse history preservation;
• Develops policies and initiatives to improve CCSF archives and records management;
• Provides training for stakeholders in historical records maintenance;
• Assesses potential records for intake and advises on electronic and born-digital records storage;
• Conducts special projects with City departments and establishes high-level partnerships for sharing San Francisco's history;
• Serves as a single point of accountability for San Francisco archival inquiries and expands diversity in collections;
• Oversees daily operations and budget coordination of the San Francisco History Center;
• Writes grants for digitization projects and stays current with archives technology;
• Performs related duties as required.

How to qualify

Experience:

• Possession of a Master's Degree in Library and Information Studies (MLS/MLIS) from a college or university accredited by the American Library Association; AND
• Three (3) years of experience managing the operations of an archives or special library collections unit, including at least one (1) year supervising other professional librarians.

Important Note: Please make sure it is absolutely clear in your application exactly how you meet the minimum qualifications listed above. Applications that do not appear to meet the minimum qualifications will not move forward in the recruitment process.

Verification:
Applicants may be required to submit verification of qualifying education and experience at any point during the recruitment and selection process.

Selection Procedures:
After application submission, candidates deemed qualified must complete all subsequent steps to advance in this selection process.

What else should I know?

Terms of Announcement and Appeal Rights:
Applicants must be guided solely by the provisions of this announcement, including requirements, time periods and other particulars, except when superseded by federal, state or local laws, rules or regulations.

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