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JOB ANNOUNCEMENT

Assistant Archivist, Full-time

Catholic Archives of Texas, Austin, Texas

The Catholic Archives of Texas announces an opening for the position of Assistant Archivist. The Assistant Archivist manages the Texas Knights of Columbus Records Project at the Catholic Archives.  Duties include arrangement and description of the permanent records of the Texas Knights of Columbus and responsibility for preparing a records management program for the Texas Knights.  The Assistant Archivist also assists with reference services and other activities for the Catholic Archives of Texas as assigned.

The Catholic Archives of Texas is nationally recognized as a valuable resource for the study of the history of the Catholic Church in the Southwest.  Its records span nearly four centuries and document the development of the Catholic religion in the Southwestern region of the United States and Northern Mexico.  The mission of the Archives is to collect, preserve, and make available for research the records of individuals and organizations engaged in work reflecting the goals of the Catholic Church in Texas.

Qualifications:  A master?s degree from an accredited school, with a major in library science, history, or a related field, and coursework in archival administration, is required.  Candidates should be familiar with standard archival practices, have strong organizational, written, and verbal communication skills, and experience using word processing and database applications for PC.  Some knowledge of Texas history, especially as it relates to the Catholic Church in Texas, and Spanish is preferred.   

Salary:  The annual salary is $28,000 and is funded by a yearly grant from the Texas Knights of Columbus.  A competitive benefits package is available.

To Apply:  Send a letter of application and resumé to Kinga Perzynska, Archives Director, Catholic Archives of Texas, P.O. Box 13124, Capitol Station, Austin, TX  78711-3124.  Applications received by February 18, 2002 will be given first consideration.






Catholic Archives of Texas
P.O.Box 13124 Capitol Station
Austin, TX 78711
(512) 476-6296
Fax: (512) 476-3715
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