MARA Blog: Careers
Resources for Job Seekers – Call for Applicants
The Lorenzo State Historic Site
Published: January 28, 2021 by Melissa Prunty Kemp
The Lorenzo State Historic site, located in Cazenovia, NY, is seeking a Project Archivist to establish intellectual control over its archival holdings. The archive consists of about 280 linear feet of material, including land records from the Holland Land Company and family records covering more than 150 years of continuous residence at the mansion.
Resources for Job Seekers – SAA Call for Applicants
Associate Editor for the Case Studies on Teaching With Primary Sources series
Published: January 27, 2021 by Melissa Prunty Kemp
The Teaching with Primary Sources sub-committee of the Reference, Access and Outreach Section of the Society of American Archivists is accepting applications for the role of Associate Editor for the Case Studies on Teaching With Primary Sources series.
Archives Awareness: Fashion Archivist
Published: March 22, 2019 by Katie Kuryla
Did you ever imagine that there could be a position for an archivist in the fashion industry? Between hanging a knit dress and storing shoes in plastic bins, there are many ways to accidentally ruin fashion pieces but Julie Ann Clauss is a fashion archivist who works to help people properly store their clothing.
Ten Things that Terrify Archivists
Published: November 5, 2018 by Katie Kuryla
With Halloween just barely behind us, I thought we could look at the ten things that terrify archivists!
Continuous Improvement with Lean Methods
Published: February 28, 2017 by Anna Maloney
Missed the “Lean Methods” webcast? Take an hour to view the recording and reflect on the value of continuous improvement in RIM.
International Directory of National Archives Seeks Students, Alumni for Spring Semester
Published: November 29, 2016 by Anna Maloney
Books have been written about national archives in the past, usually focusing on the national archives of a particular nation. However, none have concentrated on the national archives of all 195 countries recognized through the United Nations (plus Taiwan, which is not so recognized). The International Directory of National Archives, to be co-edited by Dr. Anthony Bernier and Dr. Pat Franks, will serve as a single source of information about national archives around the globe.
Paris Archivists Preserve Memorials of Paris Terrorist Attacks
Published: November 16, 2016 by Anna Maloney
One year after the terrorist attacks in Paris, archivists reflect on their efforts to preserve the makeshift memorials, including letters, candles, and musical instruments.
What is Knowledge Management?
Published: June 22, 2016 by Anna Maloney
Students who earn their graduate degree from the MARA program have attained a well-rounded and current education in archives and records management. Specifically, “as a MARA graduate, you will be prepared to develop and manage records and information programs [and] to contribute to the organization by leveraging your expertise to analyze workflows and streamline business practices.” But could a MARA grad move on to a career in knowledge management?
Resources for Job Seekers
Published: June 1, 2016 by Anna Maloney
Whether you are a recent graduate, a current student, or a prospective student, bookmark this list of resources to learn more about the archives and records job market.
Electronic Records Archivist – State Historical Society of North Dakota
Published: October 14, 2015 by Anna Maloney
Recent MARA grads:
New ‘Information Governance’ job classification, positions in Washington State
Published: June 29, 2015 by Dr. Pat Franks
by Susan D. Haigh Washington State agencies adopted a new “Information Governance” job series last year, and several new positions have been posted at state agencies in recent months. Three positions are posted currently on the Washington State jobs website (as of June 27, 2015) – you can view details here:
Library and Archival Professional Position with the State of Washington
Published: May 2, 2015 by Darren Ilett
The Office of the Secretary of State of Washington has an opening for a position of Library and Archival Professional 4 that closes on May 13, 2015.
Position of Branch Manager Open at Washington State Archives
Published: April 19, 2015 by Darren Ilett
Washington State Archives has a current opening as Branch Manager in the Bellingham branch. This is NOT an entry level position. The job posting can be found here.
Considerations for Cleaning up File Shares
Published: April 9, 2015 by Darren Ilett
A post over at CMSWire.com Mimi Dionne offers tips for cleaning up file shares, including ways to deal with duplicate objects; disposing of significant, unique objects; and determining whether to keep, move, delete, or archive.
Career Listings at ARMA
Published: March 16, 2015 by Darren Ilett
The ARMA site offers a searchable listing of Records Management and Information Governance positions.
Internship and Job Listings at ANSI
Published: February 19, 2015 by Darren Ilett
The American National Standards Institute (ANSI) site has a Career Opportunities page that lists job openings and internships.
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