Archive & Photo Collections Specialist.

Benefits Strong, secure, yet flexible retirement benefits including a PERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined Contribution Plan plus 401K and 457 plans Medical and dental health plans Employer supplemented Health Savings Account Paid life insurance, plus additional optional life insurance options Short- and long-term disability coverage 11 paid holidays per year plus generous vacation and sick leave accruals BenefitHub state employee discount program State of Health employee wellness program Excellent work-life programs, such as flexible schedules and more. Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion The State of Colorado believes that equity, diversity, and inclusion drive our success, and we encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply. The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. We provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, medical condition related to pregnancy, creed, ancestry, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or military status (with preference given to military veterans), or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law. Archive and Photo Collections Specialist History Colorado’s Archive and Photo Collections Specialist works with the Head of Collections Management and Registration and colleagues in the Curatorial Services and Collections Access Department to preserve and care for History Colorado’s large holdings of archive and photographic collections. They will manage physical storage, track collections, ensure preservation standards, and improve accessibility for the organization and public. Collections Stewardship Provide high levels of accountability and collections stewardship for entire collection Rehouse new archival and photographic acquisitions brought into the collection by curatorial staff Improve current collections storage conditions and formats Conduct regular inventories of collections based on need and project demands Manage large and small collections projects such as surveys, moves, rehousing, conservation/preservation priorities, etc. Create archival quality scans of documents, maps, photographs, negatives, and other formats using various equipment Recommend and advise on archives management to other staff in the department and throughout the organization Improve catalog records and ensure proper tracking of collections in the History Colorado collections management database, Argus Assist in processing new acquisitions of archives and photographs Create, implement, and uphold policies and procedures with Head of Collections Management and Registration Provide high level of project management Assist with collections and exhibit projects at community museums throughout the state Outreach and Engagement Contribute to the department’s outreach and engagement efforts Provide behind the scenes collections storage tours Travel periodically to destinations across the state for outreach events and programs Create programming for any of the department’s established programs, including Museum Connections, How-To, and Meet the Collection Supervision Supervise contractors, interns, and volunteers Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions Of Employment & Appeal Rights This position is advertised in line with the Governor’s executive order focused on skills-based hiring practices that focuses on the knowledge, skills, and abilities specific to the job and aligns the hiring process accordingly. Skills-based hiring reduces potential barriers for applicants and allows for reduced bias in the hiring process by providing a direct description of skills that are unique to the duties assigned to the position with a recognition that the applicant may have developed these skills through education, training, or past experiences. Minimum Requirements Master’s degree in Museum Studies, History, Art History, Library Science (or related degree) with a minimum of 1 year of practical museum experience OR Bachelor’s degree with 3+ years of relevant practical experience Ability to obtain a valid Colorado driver’s license Proven Experience, Knowledge, Skills Handling, storage, and experience with large collections or high volumes of activity at a medium to large institution (or comparable experience) Experience working with a range of collection types Strong computer skills and proficiency with collections management databases, metadata standards, and cataloging standards common to museums and archives; strong experience with Argus preferred Knowledge of or ability to learn Colorado history and history of the American West Knowledge of museum collection standards and conservation practices including the standard agents of deterioration, their effects on different types of artifacts, and how to best mitigate their effects (theft, fire, water, temperature, relative humidity, pests, light, contaminants, etc.) Preferred Qualifications Proven application of collections management skills and inventory, survey, and inventory projects Strong ability to make decisions, be self-directing and work independently, and show motivation High level of proficiency with collections management databases Strong storage organization skills Collections management experience with large collections or high volumes of activity at a medium to large institution (or comparable experience) Experience in project management, meeting deadlines, and flexible multi-tasking in a fast-paced and sometimes ever-changing environment Innovative and/or motivated approaches for collections outreach and providing access to collections, especially with workflow Effective communication and cooperation with other museum staff, especially curatorial staff Ability to direct collections management tasks or make comparable decisions with or in absence of a supervisor Factors To Be Evaluated Technical Competence – Technical experience as it relates to the duties outlined in this job announcement. Depth and Breadth of Experience – Experience that covers multiple areas outlined in this job announcement. Experience should be varied and not one dimensional and demonstrate a wide range of community involvement. Job Fit – Experience will be evaluated to determine how well your past experience aligns with and meets the business needs of this position. Current experience is preferred. Additional Information Incumbent will be required to live in and complete work for History Colorado within Colorado. #J-18808-Ljbffr State of Colorado