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Here is an excerpt from a job announcement that is less than ideal:

The incumbent maintains an agency-wide records management program for a major multi-functional organization or program. Works to improve records management program areas (including electronic records), such as decentralized records function, standardized handling/retention procedures, conversion from paper to film/electronic data, and document searches.

Develops tools promoting effective coordination of the records management program. Analyzes problems and issues concerning development of records management systems, including electronic record systems.

Plans, executes, and reports on original or ongoing analyses or evaluations with varied, complex features that require a fresh approach to resolve problems, such as evaluating changes that could result from proposed legislation or regulatory guidelines, or from variations in demand for program services. Performs evaluation assignments of projects and studies that require analysis of interrelated issues, such as effectiveness, efficiency, and productivity of substantive, mission-oriented programs.

Performs a variety of duties related to information technology projects involving program-related issues that contain complicating elements.

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