What are the responsibilities and job description for the Archives Technician (Digitization) position at OFFICE OF PRESIDENTIAL LIBRARIES?
This position is part of the National Archives and Records Administration, George W Bush Presidential Library. The incumbent performs technical work that supports access to archival holdings and control over records. The technician will perform standard tasks associated with digitizing a wide variety of materials.
Qualifications:
You must meet the following requirements by the closing date of this announcement.
Specialized Experience for the GS-07 grade level is defined as one year of experience at the GS-06 grade level, or equivalent, that is typically in or related to the position and which equipped the candidate with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of this position. Specialized experience for this position is defined as experience:
- Performing archival or related functions. (Examples may include monitoring, pulling and refilling records, reference, and researcher assistance) AND
- Converting textual records into digital formats AND
- Applying regulations, policies, or procedures to accomplish work assignments.
Responsibilities:
As an Archives Technician (Digitization), you will:
- Operate one or more digitizing devices to capture image files of a range of materials that may include, but are not limited to, loose and bound paper documents of all sizes, photographic prints, and film and three-dimensional objects
- Select duplicating system settings and appropriate equipment for the job to scan textual records. Modify Electronic media as necessary to ensure the best product possible
- Submit image files to automated image processing applications, or may perform basic, predefined image processing to individual files. The technician will insert supplied metadata into software tools or image files directly as needed.
- Use a variety of software applications to operate digitizing equipment, process image files, conduct quality checks, and enter data. Communicate with colleagues and submit administrative information.
Salary : $54,857