Seasonal Archives Technician

Position Description

The Archives Technician is responsible for archiving and maintaining both digital and hardcopy records with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail. This position supports the organization, classification, retention, and retrieval of records in accordance with established archival standards, organizational policies, and legal requirements. Reporting directly to the Archives Manager, the Archives Technician assists with processing incoming records, maintaining inventories, and ensuring records are properly stored, tracked, and accessible. The role includes maintaining records and carrying out retention and disposal activities in compliance with approved records retention schedules and the Texas Election Code, while ensuring confidentiality, regulatory compliance, and readiness for audits or information requests.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Receive, accession, and process incoming archival materials (both digital and hardcopy).
• Arrange and describe records according to established archival standards.
• Classify, label, and catalog records using archival management systems.
• Apply records retention and disposal schedules under supervision of the Elections Archives Manager.
• Prepare materials for long-term storage, digitization, and secure disposal.
  
  
  

Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer

https://hrrm.harriscountytx.gov/Pages/EqualEmploymentOpportunityPlan.aspx If you need special services or accommodations, please call (713) 274-5445 or email

ADACoordinator@bmd.hctx.net .

This position is subject to a criminal history check. Only relevant convictions will be considered and, even when considered, may not automatically disqualify the candidate.

Requirements

Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma or G.E.D. equivalent from an accredited educational institution required.
• Relevant experience (can include IT Data Entry/Database Support, Bookkeeping, Auditing, Accounting, Library Circulation and Compliance.)
  
  
  

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and Windows file management; experience with SharePoint, OneDrive, and Teams considered an asset.
• Administrative & Support Tasks.
• Maintain logs, inventories, and processing documentation.
• Respond to internal requests for archived materials.
• Support the Archives Manager with special projects and backlog processing.
• Accurate data entry and quality control.
• Understanding of document lifecycle management in accordance with TEC.
• Ability to follow structured digital workflows and naming standards.
• Basic Troubleshooting (file version issues, access problems).
  
  
  

NOTE: Qualifying education, experience, knowledge, and skills must be documented on your job application. You may attach a resume to the application as supporting documentation but ONLY information stated on the application will be used for consideration. "See Resume" will not be accepted for qualifications .

Preferences

• Record maintenance experience a plus.
  
  
  

General Information

Position Type and Typical Hours of Work:

• Temp Full-time | Position End Date: 7/3/2026
• Monday – Friday | 8:00 A.M. to 4:30 P.M.
• 40 hours/week | Ability to work long hours during election cycles. | Hours can be up to 18 hours.
• Overtime hours as required to include weekends and holidays.
• Blackout dates will be provided.
  
  

Salary:

• $19.00Hourly
  
  
  

Location:

• 15600 Morales Rd, Houston, TX 77032
  
  
  

Employment may be contingent on passing a drug screen and meeting other standards.

Due to a high volume of applications positions may close prior to the advertised closing date or at the discretion of the Hiring Department.