The Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) has several full-time Genealogist positions available. This position would be ideal for someone with a strong interest in American history and who has an eye for details.
A key step for an individual becoming a member of the DAR is to prove their lineal...

Genealogists are responsible for examining and evaluating applications and supporting genealogical documentation submitted for consideration by prospective members. They conduct research using various resources, prepare correspondence for prospective members, and provide customer service related to the application process.

The Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) has several full-time Genealogist positions available. This position would be ideal for someone with a strong interest in American history and who has an eye for details.
A key step for an individual becoming a member of the DAR is to prove their lineal descent from a patriot of the American Revolution. Our Genealogists are responsible for examining and evaluating applications and supporting genealogical documentation submitted for consideration by prospective members.
This position requires experience with historical research and the ability to interpret such varied materials as vital, church, international, military, and estate records.
A successful Genealogist will be able to make the connections between generations using their knowledge of American history, both on a national and local level. Candidates with interest, education, and training in history or genealogy, or work experience as a historian, researcher, or generalist are highly desirable.
Essential Functions:
<ul>
<li>Evaluates and verifies new member applications for entry into the Daughters of the American Revolution.</li>
<li>Performs and conducts research as part of the application evaluation process using multiple resources such as the DAR Library, internet resources, and/or the Genealogical Research System (GRS) as necessary.</li>
<li>Prepares correspondence for prospective members and state and chapter officers requesting additional documentation as needed. </li>
<li>Demonstrates a high level of quality customer service to members, applicants, and the public related to the application process, and answers general questions to assist in completing the application process.</li>
</ul>
Reports to: Director, Genealogy
Work Schedule: This position can be considered for limited hybrid remote work-after onboarding and training. Flexible work hours and compressed work week options are also available.
Required Qualifications:
<ul>
<li style="vertical-align: baseline;">Demonstrates a genuine passion and interest in genealogy work.</li>
<li style="vertical-align: baseline;">Experience in conducting genealogical research, particularly in 18th &amp; 19th century original records, including a familiarity and use of federal, state, and county repositories and online sources.</li>
<li style="vertical-align: baseline;">Demonstrated ability to research, analyze, and evaluate documentary evidence.</li>
<li style="vertical-align: baseline;">Highly detail oriented and shows ability to resolve issues from conflicting data quickly.</li>
<li style="vertical-align: baseline;">Experience writing professional correspondence is highly desired, as this position will need to explain difficult research problems to applicants.</li>
<li style="vertical-align: baseline;">Strong proficiency in using databases and Microsoft Office suite products.</li>
<li style="vertical-align: baseline;">Must be able to focus on a computer screen for long periods and read microfilm and microfiche. Use of a keyboard requires manual dexterity. </li>
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Perks and Pay:
<ul>
<li style="text-align: justify;">Hiring salary range is between $53,000 and $60,000 with the final determination based upon the candidate's overall experience.</li>
<li style="line-height: 115%;">We offer both paid vacation and paid sick leave, up to 12 days each for the 1st year of employment and observe 14 holidays.</li>
<li style="line-height: 115%;">Medical/Rx, dental, and vision benefits.</li>
<li style="line-height: 115%;">Employer-paid life insurance/AD&amp;D and Long-term disability insurance.</li>
<li style="line-height: 115%;">Flexible spending accounts (health and dependent care)</li>
<li style="line-height: 115%;">HSA with employer contribution if enrolled in the HDHP option.</li>
<li style="line-height: 115%;">403(b) retirement plan with a full-vested employer match.</li>
<li style="line-height: 115%;">Free tickets to Constitution Hall events.</li>
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Submission Requirements:
To be considered further, candidates must include, along with a cover letter and resume, the following:
<ul>
<li style="line-height: normal; tab-stops: list .5in; vertical-align: baseline;">A sample analysis of genealogy or family research performed, consisting of at least 3 generations, submitted in narrative form.</li>
<li style="line-height: normal; tab-stops: list .5in; vertical-align: baseline;">The narrative must include appropriate source citations based on own research in original records as well as research findings and supporting documentation.</li>
<li style="line-height: normal; tab-stops: list .5in; vertical-align: baseline;">Printouts from genealogical software; online family trees, lineage society applications will not be considered appropriate sample analysis.</li>
</ul>
 
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we are committed to building and retaining a team that represents a variety of skills, experiences, and perspectives. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements, performance, and qualifications without regard to race, religion or belief, national or ethnic origin, gender/sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental, or sensory disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital or domestic partnership status, veteran and military status, family or parental status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law. The DAR will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.

20006, Washington, DC, US

Experience writing professional correspondence is highly desired.

Demonstrates a genuine passion and interest in genealogy work.

Experience in conducting genealogical research, particularly in 18th & 19th century original records.

Demonstrated ability to research, analyze, and evaluate documentary evidence.

Highly detail oriented and shows ability to resolve issues from conflicting data quickly.

Strong proficiency in using databases and Microsoft Office suite products.

Genealogical research

Historical research

Documentary evidence analysis

Microsoft Office suite

Customer service

Attention to detail

Professional correspondence writing

Create a genealogical database for Puyallup Tribal members, conduct genealogical research and analysis, document Tribal history, and record family histories. Compile information into various formats for dissemination and assist in the preservation of historical items.

<div>Open: June 1, 2026


Close: When Filled




Job Title: Genealogist


Department:Historic Preservation 




Reports To: Director


Hours: 40 Hrs/Wk – Full Time




Salary: Based on Salary Matrix+Benefits    


Requisition: 841         





*Salaries are market competitive. For accurate salary information, call (253)573-7863 or email jobs@puyalluptribe-nsn.gov. The Puyallup Tribe of Indians provides a generous benefits package that includes employer paid medical, dental, vision, life insurance, a retirement/401(k) plan with profit sharing, paid holidays, and paid time off including birthday leave.

Position Summary:
Under the direction of the Director/THPO of the Historic Preservation Department, this position will create a genealogical database to assist Puyallup Tribal members with their family history research, conduct genealogical research, analysis, interpretation, and source citation in order to document the Tribe’s history. The position will record family histories from Puyallup Tribal and general community members using video and audio recordings when permitted. 
Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Conduct effective and efficient genealogical research at various archives, libraries, online, and onsite in order to gather Tribal History.  Documents findings by indexing within Department’s records.
Creates a database containing Puyallup Tribal member familial history, including scanning and uploading documents, photos, and other resources to be easily accessible to Puyallup Tribal Members.
Arranges meetings with Puyallup Tribal Members and other community members to document Tribal familial history. Researches information received for confirmation and then adds documentation to database.
Performs extensive research of the Tribe’s history, timelines, important dates, events and members, and compiles information into various mediums for dissemination into videos, slide shows, PowerPoint presentations, books and pamphlets.
Assists the Director/THPO and Assistant Director/Collections Manager in compiling history, documents and photographs for the creation of documentaries on the Puyallup Tribe’s history.
Assists Tribal and community members with Constructing family charts.
Using the database created, and information gathered from Tribal members, creates and maintains the Puyallup Tribal family chart. 
Prepares history reports in narrative form or writes brief historical compilations to document research and findings.
Evaluates and makes recommendations for genealogical displays/exhibits in the Tribal Museum 
Assists the Director/THPO and Assistant Director/Collections Manager in preservation and security of items of historical importance to the Tribe.  
Create informational material for Tribal membership regarding the history of the Puyallup Tribe. Gathering the many different family stories and history of the diverse membership and community members
As Tribal members and community members allow, enhance department collections, including oral histories, by collecting both audio and video recorded accounts of family history
Performs other duties as assigned. 

Supervisory Responsibilities
This position has no supervisory responsibilities.
Qualifications and Requirements

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience
Associate’s degree required; and/or two years of experience and/or training in the areas of performing extensive genealogical research and compiling findings, including knowledge of how to locate and utilize online, local, and social history resources.  Demonstrated knowledge of how to perform extensive genealogical historical research is required.  Must be able to correctly record and transcribe oral histories.  Required knowledge of Puyallup Tribal history, culture and community.
Must be a Puyallup Tribal Member.
Must be willing to attend genealogy trainings both local and out of state. 
Must have extensive skills using the following computer hardware and software:

Past Perfect
Ancestry
Family Search
Family Tree Maker
Windows 2010 or newer
Microfilm viewer
Microphones, digital cameras, Video recorders
Scanner/Printer/Copier

Language Skills
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.
Mathematical Skills
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.  Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.
Reasoning Ability
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.
Licenses or Certificates
Must have a valid Washington State driver’s license and proof of insurance.  Driver’s License must not contain any restrictions that would otherwise prevent the employee from driving GSA vehicles.
Other
Must demonstrate cultural awareness and sensitivity of personal history and historical documents.
Must demonstrate ability to conduct business confidentially and protect tribal members’ history.
Must demonstrate an ability to perform accurate research through extensive reading and in gathering oral history information.
Must have excellent written and verbal skills.
Must demonstrate good time management skills and be highly organized.
Must have ability to multitask while working on several projects at a time.
Must demonstrate strong customer service skills. 
Ability to work independently as well as in a team setting.
High attention to detail required.
Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.


Requires operation and set up of equipment.
Requires the ability to operate a personal computer, multi-line telephone, calculator, facsimile and photocopier as well as various computer programs and audio/visual equipment.
Requires the ability to read, write, communicate, and interpret information accurately in English.
Requires the ability to concentrate and consistently produce accurate work.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear.
The employee occasionally is required to stand and walk.
The employee is occasionally required to stand and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision and ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.


The noise level is low to moderate.
The physical exertion is low to moderate.
Work is performed in an office setting. Local travel required.
There are frequent contacts and interruptions throughout the day.
Stamina to work in a team environment in a shared workplace.

Indian Preference Employer as Required by Law

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2.         Upload additional documents (resume, cover letter, letters of recommendation, proof of Indian blood, etc.) to the resume tab as one (1) PDF file or email documents to jobs@puyalluptribe-nsn.gov and we can add them to your online application. Please send in copies of any degrees or certificates that you have been awarded.
3.         Indian Hiring Preference – send in the appropriate documentation for the category you select. If you have any questions about the hiring preference policy or what document to send in, email us at jobs@puyalluptribe-nsn.gov or call (253) 573-7863.
4.         Provide 3+ references (we cannot obtain references from direct family members – mother, father, grandparents, sisters, brothers, or children and this includes in laws). One reference must be your most recent supervisor. We prefer the rest of your references to include co-workers, subordinates, or other supervisors, but we can accept a personal reference from someone who is familiar with your work ethic, habits, and attendance. You can send in letters of recommendation to jobs@puyalluptribe-nsn.gov
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7.         After you submit your application, you will receive an email confirmation. If you do not receive an email, please call the office to confirm submission.
*Please do not wear perfumes, colognes, or strong scents to your interview. Some employees are allergic.
If you have any questions about the positions or the online application, please call (253) 573-7863
or email jobs@puyalluptribe-nsn.gov.
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