Records Management Analyst

Records Management Officer -- Southern Illinois University Carbondale Post date: July 9, 2026 Records Management, a unit within Library Affairs, is responsible for the acquisition, evaluation, processing, control, microfilming, conservation/preservation, maintenance, security, ethical use, retention, and disposition of documents related to SIU Carbondale. Because many of these activities are governed by Illinois State Law, the Records Management Officer (RMO) will need to develop a thorough understanding of relevant laws, regulations, and policies. The successful candidate will work with administrative/academic departments and external agencies; manage and implement complex, technical work processes; supervise one staff member and up to 12 student employees; and assume responsibility for one or more functional areas within Records Management. The RMO must be able to exercise initiative, judgment, and tact, maintaining precision and attention to detail in a distracting and potentially hazardous environment communicate clearly and confidently adapt quickly to changing environments and technology work without close supervision, supervise others, and negotiate with sometimes difficult patrons and organizations, both internal and external ensure the safe operation of heavy equipment, including a forklift, a platform ladder, and an industrial shredder. The Records Management Officer will report to the Program Director for Records Management and assist in all areas of planning, management, and operations. The position offers excellent opportunities for job growth and promotion. The primary work location for this full-time Civil Service position is the Records Management center at 1835 University Press Drive, about two miles from the main campus of SIU Carbondale. Salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience, while also considering internal equity.