Records Management Specialist I

What Your Day-To-Day Looks Like (Position Responsibilities):

• Conduct thorough assessments of existing records management practices
• Verify the appointment of records coordinators throughout the organization
• Inventory physical records and document storage locations
• Audit SharePoint Online (SPO) permissions and file plans
• Confirm adherence to established records management policies and procedures
• Develop or validate detailed inventories of all records, both physical and digital
• Identify areas for improvement in records management processes
• Implement the Army's standardized classification system within SharePoint Online
• Organize records by mission set, record type, and sensitivity level
• Ensure records are easily retrievable through proper organization and metadata
• Maintain proper indexing of records and prevent commingling of different record types
• Support the implementation of the Army's retention schedule
• Apply appropriate retention labels to electronic records in SharePoint Online
• Oversee timely and secure disposition of records according to retention schedules
• Verify label accuracy prior to record deletion
• Coordinate with HQDA for digitization of long-term records when necessary
• Ensure quality control in the digitization process
• Support proper archiving of digitized records within SharePoint Online
• Assist in ensuring compliance with relevant regulations (HIPAA, FOIA/PA, etc.)
• Help identify and mitigate risks related to data security, breaches, and loss of records
• Support the development and delivery of tailored records management training
• Provide ongoing customer support for records and publications management
• Maintain records management support infrastructure (mailbox, Teams channels, etc.)
• Assist with continuous monitoring of records management processes
• Support the development of process improvement recommendations
• Help maintain SharePoint Online libraries and related documentation
• Collaborate closely with HQ AMC Records Coordinators

What You Need to Succeed (Minimum Requirements):

• Education and Experience:
• Associate's degree in Library Science, Information Management, or related field; Bachelor's degree preferred
• 1-3 years of experience in records management, information management, or related role
• Experience with electronic document management systems (SharePoint preferred)
• Familiarity with records lifecycle management principles and practices
• Basic understanding of federal records requirements
• Secret Clearance or higher


• Required Skills and Competencies:
• Knowledge of records management principles and best practices
• Experience working in Army or DoD records management
• Experience with SharePoint Online document libraries and permissions
• Understanding of records classification and organization methods
• Familiarity with records retention concepts and practices
• Basic knowledge of records disposition processes
• Ability to inventory and catalog physical and electronic records
• Experience creating and maintaining file plans
• Understanding of metadata and its application in records management
• Basic knowledge of relevant regulations (HIPAA, FOIA/PA, etc.)
• Attention to detail and accuracy in records handling
• Experience providing customer support for information management
• Basic understanding of digitization processes and quality control
• Ability to develop and deliver basic training materials
• Good communication skills, both written and verbal
• Organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities
• Experience collaborating with various stakeholders
• Basic understanding of information security concepts
• Ability to follow established procedures and guidelines
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications
• Willingness to work on-site in Huntsville, Alabama

Ideally, You Also Have (Preferred Qualifications):

• Records management certification (CRM, IGP, or similar)
• Knowledge of Army records management regulations and policies
• Experience with Army records retention schedules
• Familiarity with federal records management requirements
• Background in information governance principles
• Experience with SharePoint Online administration
• Knowledge of Microsoft 365 retention policies and labels
• Experience with records digitization projects
• Understanding of risk management in records handling
• Background in process improvement methodologies
• Experience conducting records management audits
• Familiarity with compliance monitoring for records programs
• Knowledge of archival principles and practices
• Experience with electronic records management tools beyond SharePoint