The National Society Daughters of the American Revolution has an immediate full-time opening for a Genealogist in the Registrar’s Office. Primary responsibilities focus on examining and evaluating lineage-based information provided on DAR membership applications or supplemental applications, and corresponding with prospective members or Chapter Registrar if further documentation is needed.
Previous experience in conducting genealogical research is required. The successful candidate must be able to analyze and evaluate lineage information, be detail oriented and resolve issues from conflicting data, and be able to write clear and concise letters explaining difficult research problems, including providing suggestions to the applicant for further research. Proficiency in Microsoft Word, including the ability to adapt quickly to proprietary databases, is essential.
Limited overtime hours possible during board weeks, (April, June, October and December) however, must be available to work overtime hours during one week of annual meeting.
This is a full-time position stationed at the NSDAR headquarters. No telecommuting or relocation assistance offered.
In order to be considered an applicant, candidates must include a sample analysis in narrative form with appropriate source citations, including primary research findings and documentation, of genealogy or family research performed, along with a cover letter and resume, or NSDAR employment application to:
Attention: Human Resources
1776 D. St., NW
Washington D.C., 20006-5303
Fax: (202) 737-5702