History Associates Incorporated
Historian
Institution Type: | Other |
Location: | Maryland, United States |
Position: | Research Professional |
History Associates Incorporated (HAI) seeks to understand and interpret the past to build the foundation for our future. This is why clients turn to HAI to tell their stories, preserve and manage their records and artifacts, or answer their historical questions. Since 1981, HAI has provided a spectrum of services leading to consistent profitability and periods of strong revenue growth. As a leader in this niche market, HAI attracts bright and creative professionals and serves a diverse, nationwide clientele from all sectors of the economy.
HAI is seeking a curious and motivated Historian to engage in extensive primary and secondary source research, write research reports, and present findings to clients. The researcher will have a variety of assignments and the opportunity to work across each service line: Exhibits and Interpretive Planning, Litigation Research & Analysis, and Archives and Information Management.
Job Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Conduct historical research at a variety of repositories—government, university, and local—in-person and online
- Recognize and extract key information obtained from historical sources
- Oversee project work and project teams
- Follow up on leads, making sure requested information is received in a timely manner
- Client coordination and communication
- Develop research plans and procedures
- Manage project budgets
- Draft written summaries, exhibit copy, and research reports
Qualifications:
- BA/BS/MA in history or other research & writing fields
- GPA 3.5 or above
- Experience conducting research in federal, state, and local government repositories, including National Archives facilities and the Library of Congress
- Ability to work independently and in teams
- Thorough, organized, and detail-oriented
- Solution-oriented and resourceful
- Ability to write clearly, concisely, and accurately
- Flexibility to work with complex client demands and shifting priorities
- Ability to foster successful relationships with clients, team members, and records managers
- Willingness to learn, interest in a wide range of topics, and a curiosity to explore new topics
- Ability to work in different environments (on-site at repositories; from home; and from corporate offices in Rockville, Maryland)
- Computer and technological skills
History Associates offers an excellent benefits package including federal holidays; annual and sick leave; medical, dental, life, and disability insurance, 401(k) profit sharing.
History Associates is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, protected veteran status, religion, physical or mental disability, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.
Contact: |
To Apply Applicants should submit a cover letter, resume, writing sample (20 pages max.) demonstrating both research and analytical capabilities, transcript, and three references with e-mail addresses to: History Associates Incorporated ATTN: Doris Miles, Vice-President Human Resources 300 N. Stonestreet Avenue Rockville, MD 20850 Fax: 301-279-9224 E-mail: dmiles@historyassociates.com Packages not containing all information requested will not be considered for this position. |
Website: | https://www.historyassociates.com |
Primary Category: | Environmental History / Studies |
Secondary Categories: | African American History / Studies Historic Preservation Humanities |
Posting Date: | 02/07/2023 |
Closing Date | 04/05/2023 |