Executive Branch Records and Information Management (RIM) Specialist V

Overview

The Vermont State Archives and Records Administration (VSARA) is seeking a highly collaborative and innovative problem-solver with a strong technical background and deep understanding of information governance, from policy development to implementation and ongoing management. This position is integral to executive branch agency and department records management programs. 

What Will You Do?

Supervising a small team of RIM specialists within VSARA and working closely with more than 30 state agencies and departments and their records officers, attorneys, technologists, business managers, and others, you will direct, lead and be responsible for providing professional, targeted assistance to agency and department records management programs and to specific state projects and initiatives as assigned. Common deliverables include:

•    Information analyses, appraisals and schedules to implement robust lifecycle management for legal compliance and internal controls, particularly for data and digital records, in specific agency or department systems and in enterprise and statewide systems. 
•    Information management standards to support findability, accessibility, interoperability, and reusability of data and records in current and future systems for knowledge and discovery.

•    Statewide training and education for continuous improvement and performance management.

This position is best suited for someone who is committed to fostering collaborations, relationships, strategies, and technologies for the benefit of Vermonters; brings hands-on experience in one or all of the common deliverables; and is genuinely interested in the administration and management of Vermont public records and information, including data, to support Vermont government and the public we collectively serve.  

As part of your application materials, please include a current resume and a cover letter with details (or attached samples) of similar work experience(s) and the knowledge, skills and abilities you bring to this role, including those relating to Microsoft 365, particularly Microsoft Purview.

Full job Specification: IV: https://humanresources.vermont.gov/classification-position-management/classification/job-specifications/detail/080410?nojs=ajax

Who May Apply

This position, Executive Branch Records and Information Management (RIM) Specialist V (Job Requisition #54349), is open to all State employees and external applicants.

Please Note: This position is being recruited at multiple levels. If you would like to be considered for more than one level, you MUST apply to the specific Job Requisition. 

Level IV: 54345

Level V:  54349

If you would like more information about this position, please [email protected]

Resumes will not be accepted via e-mail. You must apply online to be considered.Please note that multiple positions in the same work location may be filled from this job posting.

Environmental Factors

Work is performed in a standard office setting, but some travel may be required for which private means of transportation should be available. Work outside of regular business hours may be expected.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree or higher in library or information sciences, public administration, information technology, or related field AND seven (7) or more years of records and information management (RIM) experience in a government or corporate environment INCLUDING at least three (3) years of supervisory experience.

Preferred Qualifications

Graduate level coursework or degree in information systems (MIS/MISM), library and information science (MLIS/MLS), public administration (MPA), or another related area of study, including Juris Doctor (JD).

Professional certification, such as Certified Records Manager (CRM), Certified Records Analyst (CRA), Certified Information Professional (CIP), Information Governance Professional (IGP), and other certificates of specialization in information governance or records management from AIIM, ARMA, ICRM, and similar associations.

Total Compensation

As a State employee you are offered a great career opportunity, but it's more than a paycheck. The State's total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits that are worth about 30% of your total compensation, including:

• 80% State paid medical premium and a dental plan at no cost for employees and their families


• Work/Life balance: 11 paid holidays each year and a generous leave plan


• State Paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FMLI)


• Two ways to save for your retirement: A State defined benefit pension plan and a deferred compensation 457(b) plan


• Tuition Reimbursement


• Flexible spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts


• Low cost group life insurance


• Incentive-based Wellness Program


• Qualified Employer for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program

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