Press release
The City of Batavia is now accepting applications for the position of Part-Time City
Historian. This paid, part-time position plays an important role in preserving, documenting, and
promoting the City of Batavia’s rich history.
The City Historian is responsible for compiling, researching, and maintaining historical records and data
related to the City and its locality. Duties include researching historical and genealogical information, maintaining family history files, organizing and evaluating research for authenticity and
significance, and preserving a chronological narrative of the City’s past and present history, including
photographs when available.
The position requires a good knowledge of historical research practices and techniques, familiarity with
sources of historical information, and a demonstrated interest in local history. Strong writing skills,
initiative, resourcefulness, and the ability to work independently are essential.
The City Historian has considerable flexibility in planning and implementing projects within a general program framework.
Compensation for the position is $1,250 paid quarterly, for a total annual compensation of $5,000.
Interested individuals are encouraged to apply to Teri Dean, Human Resources Specialist, City of
Batavia.
Civil service applications and City Historian job description can be found on the City’s website.