History Associates Incorporated - About HAI




			ARCHIVIST - NY History Associates Incorporated has an immediate opening for a qualified archivist who enjoys varied, interesting, and challenging work. The position offers the opportunity for a motivated lone arranger to work for a Fortune 500 company based in East Fishkill, NY. Duties include establishing an archival arrangement for corporate records, while placing them in appropriate archival housing; describing the records by means of an electronic database; and providing some reference services. HAI, an archival, records management, and historical services firm located in Rockville, Maryland, operates nationwide. Clients include corporations, associations, nonprofit organizations, and state, local, and federal governments. Our archivists and records managers perform a wide range of archival and records management activities with professional support and guidance from senior staff. Starting salary is $37,530.00. Excellent benefits package. Required Qualifications: Master's degree in library science, history, or related discipline with degree concentration in archival studies or supplemented by archival courses, seminars, or practica One year of experience appraising, arranging, and describing archival records Ability to collect, organize, research, and interpret records and submit written descriptions of record groups and collections Demonstrated, practical knowledge of archival policies and procedures Ability to work independently and to exercise discretion, initiative, and judgment Ability to work harmoniously and effectively with others Familiarity with major word processing and database software packages; knowledge of Gallery Systems TMS a plus Strong writing and verbal communication skills Send resume, sample finding aid, transcripts, and names and phone numbers of three references to: Doris Miles History Associates Incorporated 300 N. Stonestreet Avenue Rockville, MD 20850 FAX: 301-279-9224 E-mail: dmiles@historyassociates.com Incomplete packages will not be considered. Position posted until filled. History Associates is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ARTIFACT HISTORIAN - CONSULTANT History Associates is seeking an experienced historian in the field of military artifacts. This is a multi-year project with an average of 600 hours per year. HAI has been a leader in providing historical, archival, and records management services to both the public and private sectors for more than twenty-five years. We have built our reputation over the last quarter-century by consistently providing the highest quality service to our clients. Required Qualifications: MA in history Ten years' experience in curatorial work with military artifacts, especially US Army related materials, including: research on military artifacts, the history of military equipment and ordnance, and the preservation and restoration of military artifacts Excellent oral and written communication skills and an eye for detail Accustomed to working independently and to reporting findings and receiving research direction electronically and by telephone Flexibility to travel to periodic meetings held in D.C. Consultants are not eligible for any benefits offered by History Associates. Applicants should submit a cover letter, resume, primary-source writing sample (20 pages max.) demonstrating both research and analytical capabilities, and three references to: History Associates Incorporated ATTN: Doris Miles, Director of Personnel 300 N. Stonestreet Avenue Rockville, MD 20850 Fax: 301-279-9224 E-mail: dmiles@historyassociates.com Applicants not meeting these criteria will not be considered. History Associates is an Equal Opportunity Employer. HISTORICAL RESEARCH CONSULTANTS History Associates Incorporated (HAI) is actively seeking experienced graduate-level research consultants. HAI has been a leader in providing historical, archival, and records management services to both the public and private sectors for more than twenty-five years. We have built our reputation over the last quarter-century by consistently providing the highest quality service to our clients. Required Qualifications: Must be experienced in the area of conducting research at various public or official repositories, especially state and local government agencies, archives, and libraries. In addition, individuals must possess excellent oral and written communication skills and an eye for detail. Although much work may be in a team setting, individuals should also be accustomed to working independently and to reporting findings and receiving research direction electronically and by telephone. Must be flexible to travel within each state. Consultants are not eligible for any benefits offered by History Associates. Applicants should submit a cover letter, resume, primary-sourced writing sample (20 pages max.) demonstrating both research and analytical capabilities, transcripts, and three references to: History Associates Incorporated ATTN: Doris Miles, Director of Personnel 300 N. Stonestreet Avenue Rockville, MD 20850 Fax: 301-279-9224 E-mail: dmiles@historyassociates.com Applicants not meeting these criteria will not be considered. History Associates is an Equal Opportunity Employer. HISTORIAN OF SCIENCE AND MEDICINE History Associates Incorporated (HAI) is actively seeking a historian of science and medicine to participate in a digital archives project. HAI has been a leader in providing historical, archival, and records management services to both the public and private sectors for over twenty-five years. We have built this reputation by consistently providing the highest quality of service to our clients. Responsibilities: The historian will provide historical research and writing services necessary to make the archival collections of pioneering biomedical scientists, public health officials, and science administrators of the twentieth century available through its Profiles in Science project on the World Wide Web. Duties: The historian shall identify and select documents for inclusion in the Profiles in Science digital publication according to historical significance; analyze and interpret them; edit them on-line; conduct research in the history of biomedical science, medical research policy, public health, and health care related to the documents; and write concise interpretive narratives that provide historical context for the documents. Required Qualifications: PhD in twentieth-century U.S. history Specialization in the history of medicine, either in doctoral dissertation or through subsequent scholarly work Demonstrable knowledge of twentieth-century American science and medicine, public health, and health policy and strong writing skills through peer-reviewed publications and/or exhibit work Experience in surveying and evaluating large amounts of primary archival manuscript sources and expertise in the use of electronic archival and bibliographic databases Demonstrable ability to successfully carry out highly specific research, interpretation, and writing tasks according to a tightly defined schedule Strong communication skills and the ability to work independently and in a team setting History Associates offers a competitive salary and excellent benefits package including paid holidays; annual and sick leave; medical, dental, life, and disability insurance; and a 401(k) plan. Qualified applicants should send a cover letter that includes salary requirements, resume, writing sample, transcripts, and three references to: History Associates Incorporated Attn: Doris Miles, Director of Personnel 300 N. Stonestreet Avenue Rockville, MD 20850 E-mail: dmiles@historyassociates.com Incomplete packages will not be considered. History Associates is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Looking for a career in history or archives and records management? HAI's historians conduct research at the Library of Congress, National Archives facilities across the country, and local and regional repositories in the United States and Europe. Our archivists and records managers develop strategies for private, public, and nonprofit organizations nationwide. With young professionals working closely alongside experienced senior staff on a wide variety of projects and products, HAI offers a dynamic work environment and a rewarding professional career. If you are interested in joining the HAI team, please send a letter, resume, transcripts, writing sample, and list of references to: Ms. Doris Miles, History Associates Incorporated, 300 N. Stonestreet Avenue, Rockville, MD 20850. History Associates Incorporated is an Equal Opportunity Employer.