Archives Technician

About the role

The National Archives and Records Administration is seeking an Archives Technician to support access to its extensive archival holdings. The role involves providing reference assistance, handling records, and contributing to digitization projects while ensuring proper preservation and security of materials.

Key responsibilities

• Provide first‑line written and oral reference assistance using complex finding‑aid systems for both electronic and analog records.
• Review records before researcher access to verify compliance with access restrictions.
• Assist in digitization of archival materials for public access and long‑term retention.
• Assess the physical condition of records, reporting any issues that could affect access or safety.
• Pull, refile, and organize records in accordance with NARA policies and procedures.
• Monitor research rooms, delivering customer service to visitors.
• Perform additional archival duties as assigned.

Required profile

• U.S. citizenship (or eligibility under announcement DE‑12999182‑26‑AM).
• At least one year of relevant experience in a public, private, or volunteer setting.
• Ability to pass a background investigation and complete a Declaration for Federal Employment.
• Male applicants born after 31 December 1959 must be registered with the Selective Service System.
• Willingness to undergo a physical abilities test and any required probationary period.

Required skills

• Familiarity with archival finding‑aid systems and record‑handling procedures.
• Experience with digitization tools and techniques.