What are the responsibilities and job description for the Archivist position at Bexar County, TX?

Salary : $4,411.00 Monthly

Location : Bexar County Courthouse - 100 Dolorosa San Antonio, TX

Job Type : Full-time Regular

Job Number : 2025-01789

Department : County Clerk

Division : County Clerk Admin

Opening Date : 02 / 12 / 2025

Closing Date : Continuous

Summary

Under direction, is responsible for maintaining the County Clerk's historical Spanish and archive translation records; translates, transcribes and indexes historical records; monitors record retention, disposition and destruction of transferred historical records; assists the public with genealogy, historical, title and deed questions; prepares correspondence; conducts tours; makes historical event presentations; assists other County departments with records research; attends meetings and coordinates historical functions; maintains the historical display case; and performs related duties as required

Duties and Responsibilities

Maintains Bexar County Spanish Colonial, Mexican and Republic of Texas archives, translations and historical documents
Translates, transcribes and indexes historic records for use and reference by outside agencies, historical organizations and the public
Monitors County record retention, legal disposition and destruction and serves as liaison with the Texas State Library in establishing guidelines for maintaining historical records under Texas statute requirements
Assists other County employees, historical organizations, title companies and the public with research pertaining to genealogy, historical event, will, title, and deed ownership questions
Prepares correspondence involving archived documents and historical records research
Writes articles for local and Texas history for schools, newspapers and historical organizations upon request
Conducts tours of the County Clerk archives for visiting students and outside organizations
Attends various meetings on behalf of the County Clerk
Maintains the County Clerk's historical display case with topical and current event displays

Minimum Qualifications

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's Degree in History, Library Science, Spanish, or closely related field, and two (2) years research including translation experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience

Considerable knowledge of the written and spoken English and Spanish language, both formal and informal; considerable knowledge of historical research techniques and procedures; good knowledge of Spanish Colonial, Mexican and Republic of Texas history

Skill in interpreting and translating colonial and modern Spanish into English

Ability to communicate effectively with diverse groups of individuals utilizing tact and diplomacy; ability to read maps and property documents; ability to make presentations; ability to operate personal computer and basic office equipment; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with County employees, other government agencies, outside organizations, Department Heads, Elected / Appointed Officials, the news media and the public

Acts in the name of the County Clerk and shall perform all official acts as may be lawfully done and performed by such Clerk in person, pursuant to 82.005(c) of the Texas Local Government Code

Must be bilingual in English and Spanish

Must have a valid driver's license

Must secure and maintain a favorable background investigation and clearance

Must clear a pre-employment physical and a pre-employment drug screen test

May be required to work more than 40 hours during the workweek

Working Conditions and Physical Demands :

Working conditions are primarily in an office environment.

Occasionally moves items weighing up to 20 pounds

Occasionally move about the office

Frequently communicates with others; must be able to exchange accurate information

Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery

Positions self to perform essential functions

Must be able to remain in a stationary position

Supplemental Information

Workstations with internet access are available, if needed, to view job postings and apply online at 211 S Flores, San Antonio, TX 78204, 8am - 5pm, Monday through Friday. Phone : 210-335-2545.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Bexar County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to Workplace Diversity.

We are committed to providing equal opportunity for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

For more detailed information, please click on the following link to view Benefits offered by Bexar County :

NOTE : Part-Time and Temporary positions are not eligible for Bexar County Benefits.

Which best describes your highest level of education completed?

High School Diploma or G.E.D

Associates Degree

Bachelor's Degree

Master's Degree

None

What best describes the field in which you have obtained your degree?

History

Library Science

Spanish

Other

None

Which best describes your years of research including translation experience?

No Experience

1 Year Experience

2 Years Experience

3 Years Experience

4 Years Experience

5 Years Experience

6 Years Experience

7 or more Years

Are you able to act in the name of the County Clerk and shall perform all official acts as may be lawfully done and performed by such Clerk in person, pursuant to 82.005(c) of the Texas Local Government Code?

Are you bilingual in English and Spanish?

Do you have a valid driver's license?

Are you able to secure and maintain a favorable background investigation and clearance?

Are you able to clear a pre-employment physical and a pre-employment drug screen test?

Are you able to work more than 40 hours during the work week?

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Salary : $4,411

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