Reference Archivist

Key Responsibilities

• Provides core reference support, including triage of reference requests and responding to requests via phone, email, and in-person.
• Organizes and manages assigned tasks.
• Supports the collection repository and performs basic circulation functions.
• Delivers in-person customer service to the public, researchers, and other government agencies.
• Conducts archival research in the State’s permanent collections to facilitate access.
• Creates access and finding tools to aid in research and access.
• Develops outreach resources such as blogs and social media posts.
• Understands Utah’s history and records generally held by the State.
• Allows for facilitated access to other repositories as needed.

Qualifications

• Customer service skills.
• Research skills.
• Information literacy knowledge.
• Good communication skills.
• Writing skills.
• Masters degree in history, library science, or related field (preferred).
• Knowledge about the digitization of records.
• Basic archival processing knowledge.

About The Role

Location: 346 South Rio Grande St, Salt Lake City, UT 84101.

Background Check: Required.

Drug Test: Required.

Pay

Salary range: $20.87 - $33.08 hourly.

Schedule

Schedule Code: B - Competitive Career Service.

Benefits

• Job Stability: Security and reliability of employment within a well-established organization.
• Career Growth: Opportunities for leadership within a large organization.
• Meaningful Work: Contribution to an important service benefiting the community and supporting organizational goals.
• Supportive Work Environment: Cooperation, strong work ethics, and mutual support.

The Agency

The Utah State Archives aims to create innovative solutions for record management, preservation, and public access.

EEO Statement

The State of Utah is dedicated to equal employment opportunity and considers qualified applicants without regard to race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or veteran status. Accommodations can be requested by contacting (801) 957-9390.