Town of Charleston will be accepting applications for position of Town Historian. 

Core Responsibilities: 

• Research & Writing: Investigate and document the Town's past through official records, photos, and person accounts, writing articles, reports, or books. 
• Record Management: Oversee the preservation of current government records with historical value and encourage preservation of non-governmental historical materials.
• Public Education: Give talks, serve as a resource for teachers, create exhibits, and participate in local media to share local history. 
• Historic Preservation: Advocate for saving historic buildings, sites, and artifacts, and assist with local marker programs or nominations to historical registers. 
• Community Engagement: Organize historical anniversaries, civic observances, and promote heritage tourism.

Key Functions: 

• Official Resource: Acts as the chief history agent for the Town, advising the Town Board and other agencies.
• Archival Liaison: Works with the Town Clerk and State Historian to ensure records are managed properly.
• Genealogy Support: Guides residents to resources for personal family history research. 

Legal Framework (NYS Example):

• Appointed by the Town Supervisor.
• Required by State Law (e.g., NYS Arts & Cultural Affairs Law) to document and share local history.
• Make an annual report to the Town Supervisor and State Historian.

Please submit resume by April 17, 2026 

Mail to: 

Town of Charleston Supervisor 

480 Corbin Hill Road 

Sprakers, NY 12166 

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Email to: Charlestonsupervisor1@gmail.com