Position Open: Archivist of the Episcopal Church
Episcopal News Service. September 17, 1991 [91183Y]
Applications are being accepted for the position of Archivist of the Episcopal Church. The church's national archives are located on the campus of the Episcopal Theological Seminary of the Southwest, in Austin, Texas. The successful applicant will develop and coordinate all activities of the national church archives including policy development; budgeting and fund raising; serving as a consultant to dioceses, church groups, and religious communities; overseeing the records management program of the national church office (including staff training); and acquiring the private papers of church leaders. The position requires an advanced degree in history, library and information science, or a related field, with training in archival administration; a record of scholarly publication; knowledge of archival automation; supervisory experience; and a knowledge of the structure, history, and teaching of the Episcopal Church and the Anglican Communion. Compensation includes a starting salary in the low to mid $40,000's, and a generous benefits program. Apply by sending a cover letter, resume, and the names and addresses of three professional references (by the end of September) to: David B. Gracy II, Archivist Search Committee, National Archives of the Episcopal Church, P.O. Box 2247, Austin, TX 78768.