Nathan Owens

Background

About Nathan Owens

My name is Nathan Owens and I currently am the Director of Records Management for the Ohio Attorney General's Office. I have an MA in History with a focus on Public History, an MLIS with concentration in archives and records management, and an Information Governance Professional Certification. I have experience with research and analysis as well as more than nine years experience with records/information management. My professional skills and knowledge include- Experience with iManage document and records management systems, Matrix case management platforms, Zasio Versatile Retention program, Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe and Photoshop programs, and Citrix database systems- Develops records retention schedules through analysis focusing on business, financial, and legal values of the records, reevaluates record workflows for better records management, and reviews orphaned records for destruction eligibility- Reviews/recommends template designs, troubleshoots errors or inefficiencies, and designs trainings and guidance documents to improve usage of the office's document management system- Oversees implementation and management of office's litigation holds by identifying relevant record custodians and systems of record, coordinating with IT to preserve records/accounts during hold, and providing reminder notifications concerning holds to determine their ultimate release. Developed SharePoint tracking system to assist in these activities- Provides training and guidance documents concerning records retention principles, document management, email management, and e-discovery and litigation holds- Created scanning feasibility tool through Ohio Electronic Records Committee to provide guidance on digitizing records based upon records management principles.