Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

The Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) has several full-time Genealogist positions available.

One of the ways an individual becomes a member of the DAR is to prove their lineal descent from a patriot of the American Revolution. This Genealogist position is responsible for examining and evaluating applications and supporting documentation submitted for consideration by prospective members. This is a key step on the way to becoming a member of the DAR.

This position requires experience with historical research and the ability to interpret such varied materials as vital, church, international, military, and estate records.

A successful Genealogist will be able to make the connections between generations using their knowledge of American history, both on a national and local level. Candidates with interest, education, and training in history or genealogy, or work experience as an historian, researcher or generalist are highly desirable.

Qualifications:

• Demonstrates a genuine passion and interest in genealogy work.
• Has used a variety of sources for research materials, both in person and online.
• Highly detail oriented and shows ability to resolve issues from conflicting data.
• Experience writing professional correspondence is highly desired, as this position will need to explain difficult research problems to applicants.
• Strong proficiency in using databases and Microsoft Office suite products.

Benefits:

• Hiring salary range starts in the mid-forties and goes up to $60,000 with the final determination based upon the candidate's overall experience.
• We offer both annual and sick leave, and we observe 12 federal holidays plus two floating holidays issued by our leadership.
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• Employer-paid life insurance/AD&D and Long-term disability insurance.
• Flexible spending accounts (health and dependent care).
• HSA with employer contribution if enrolled in the HDHP option.
• 403(b) retirement plan with a full-vested employer match.
• Free tickets to Constitution Hall events.

Submission Requirements :

To be considered further, candidates must include, along with a cover letter and resume, the following:

• A sample analysis of genealogy or family research performed, consisting of at least 3 generations, submitted in narrative form.
• The narrative must include appropriate source citations based on own research in original records as well as research findings and supporting documentation.
• Printouts from genealogical software; online family trees, lineage society applications will not be considered appropriate sample analysis.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we are committed to building and retaining a team that represents a variety of skills, experiences, and perspectives. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements, performance, and qualifications without regard to race, religion or belief, national or ethnic origin, gender/sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental, or sensory disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital or domestic partnership status, veteran and military status, family or parental status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law. The DAR will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.

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