Published: September 21, 2026 by Patrick Hutchinson

Internal Number: 2026-4832

Job Summary

Getty Research Institute’s department of Institutional Records and Archives (IRA) seeks a limited-term Electronic Records Manager to lead a discovery-phase project focused on the development of an enterprise-wide electronic records management (ERM). The Electronic Records Manager will lead research and analysis efforts to identify present state practices, systems, strengths, and weaknesses, and to develop recommendations and requirements for a future ERM program.

Major Job Responsibilities

Plan and execute a structured enterprise-wide electronic records management discovery effort

Engage stakeholders across the organization to document roles, responsibilities, and data flows; identify and document existing systems and workflows; identify gaps; and evaluate needs for managing electronic records

Identify and document organizational risks, gaps, and compliance considerations related to electronic records

Create and manage the project plan, scope, timeline, and deliverables for the discovery phase

Develop policies, procedures, standards, and manuals in accordance with program objectives and goals

Assist with the development of records retention and disposition schedules

Design and implement communication plans for the project team, senior leadership, users, and other stakeholders

Proactively manage potential project risks/difficulties and design mitigation strategies

Define business and functional requirements for a viable enterprise-wide ERM program

Analyze findings and develop recommendations, including options and priorities

Produce a final report and roadmap

May plan, assign, and/or supervise the work of others

Assist with other projects as needed

Qualifications

Master’s degree in library science, archival administration, or information technology or five years work experience in related field

Five years professional experience managing electronic records or digital content

Certified Archivist or Certified Records Manager designation desirable

This is a one-year, limited-term position focused on completing a defined discovery project to inform future electronic records management efforts.

 

Please note: This position is not eligible for employer-based immigration sponsorship. Applicants must have authorization to work for Getty in the United States without the need for sponsorship, currently or in the future.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Expert level knowledge of records management principles and practices, archival standards and practices, and legal and ethical issues related to archives management

Specialization in one or more areas of records and archives management, such as born-digital records; digitization; rights management; computer code languages/platforms; or other appropriate technologies or media management

May require the ability to write code and use command line software – for example: SQL, Crystal reports, XSL or XSL-FO, etc.

Advanced knowledge of the standards that govern archival description and management

Specialized knowledge of records management principles, theories, best practices, and federal and state laws and regulations pertaining to the management of records

Strong communication, collaboration, and client service skills, expressed both in both verbal and written forms

Ability to establish, maintain, and foster positive and effective working relationships with most levels of staff and with external contacts

Ability to independently resolve complex challenges diplomatically

Ability to meet deadlines, apply policies and procedures consistently, conduct research, and present recommendations

Ability to develop, apply, maintain, evaluate, and teach procedures and workflows

Excellent project management skills

Strong stakeholder engagement and facilitation skills

Ability to conduct analysis, synthesize findings, and produce clear recommendations

Ability to lift 40 lbs. repeatedly and work in warehouse as required; must be able to safely operate a pallet jack and/or forklift

Ability to work at secondary sites

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