Senior Records Manager

Arlington, VA

Full Time

Department of State (DoS)

Experienced

ROLE
We are seeking a Senior Records Manager to support the U.S. Trade and Development Agency’s (USTDA) Information Resource Center (IRC) in Arlington, VA. In this role, you will oversee the management, organization, and compliance of agency records, ensuring files and data are accurate, accessible, and maintained in accordance with federal records policies.

This is a full-time opportunity in which we'll provide competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and job stability and security.

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RESPONSIBILITIES
I. Records Oversight

Maintain and organize USTDA's Central Agency Files (CAF) in compliance with internal policies and National Archives and Records Administration (NARA) standards
Serve as primary Point of Contact (POC) for records management and provide direct support to the Records Management Officer (RMO)
Receive, scan, label, and file official agency documents; integrate staff working files into official records
Establish and manage file structures and filing procedures; perform inventories and control access to records

II. Records Compliance & Policy

Act as Records Custodian for official communications with the NARA
Draft required reports for RMO review, including USTDA's annual Records Management Self-Assessment
Conduct annual reviews of the Agency Records Schedule and recommend updates
Support development and submission of schedules for electronic records, including email systems, in compliance with NARA's General Records Schedule

III. Records Lifecycle Management

Lead scanning and digitization of physical records for electronic archiving
Inventory and prepare records for scheduled transfer to offsite storage or to NARA
Maintain bi-annual inventories and tracking of records stored at NARA or other offsite locations
Organize and lead bi-annual agency-wide records clean-up and disposal events

IV. Training & Staff Support

Deliver onboarding briefings and exit interviews related to records certification, compliance, and file transfer protocols
Provide ongoing training and guidance to staff on records policies, classification, retention, and proper handling
Assist with development and maintenance of SOPs and training materials related to records and information systems

V. Information System & Data Support

Input, update, and validate data in USTDA information systems (e.g., SharePoint, TDAMIS, or equivalent)
Verify completeness and accuracy of program, grant, fiscal, and contract data prior to entry
Support CIO and Deputy CIO in testing, troubleshooting, and upgrading records and document management platforms
Generate system queries and reports to support reporting, audits, and leadership requests

VI. Library Holdings & Document Access

Maintain agency's library holdings database, including project and program deliverables
Segregate public versus confidential reports and maintain accurate metadata and inventory tracking
Provide bi-annual library holdings analysis reports with executive summaries for leadership review and website publication
Fulfill internal and external requests for access to program and project documentation

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE

At least 10 total years of related work experience
At least 5 years of records management experience, including Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) information management
Experience in creating and implementing records management policies, procedures, and retention schedules
Experience evaluating program effectiveness and recommending improvements
Experience providing training and technical assistance to staff
Experience with Records Management; Records Management training, or certificate, preferred
Experience with administrative services like office management, building and facilities management, human resources, and/or policies and procedures

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES

Strong computer skills (database, word processing, and data entry skills)
Skilled in using Microsoft Office (e.g., Outlook, Teams, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel)
Ability to respond flexibly and to provide rapid assistance in a time-sensitive environment
Ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize work, and meet deadlines
Ability to identify and resolve complex problems
Physical ability to move large number of files and/or file boxes
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong organizational and customer service skills

EDUCATION

College degree in business or information management required
Related certifications preferred

LOCATION

Arlington, VA 22209

TELEWORK

Not eligible for telework

CLEARANCE

U.S. citizenship is required as it supports the U.S. federal government
Active or ability to obtain and maintain a secret security clearance

CLIENT

U.S. Department of State (DoS)

TRAVEL

Travel not required

WORK HOURS

Full-time, 40 hours per week, Monday–Friday

EMPLOYMENT CLASSIFICATION

Employment Classification Eligibility — Nonexempt

RELOCATION

Not eligible for relocation benefits

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