Archives Interns - BIPOC Narratives - 2 positions
Museum of Dufferin

Location: Mulmur, Ontario
Compensation: $18.00 per hour

Nestled in the hills of Mulmur Township, the Museum of Dufferin opened at its current location in 1994. We pride ourselves on offering a welcoming, unique, and enriching environment for our visitors. Each year the MoD offers an eclectic variety of experiences by way of exhibitions, events, programs, and tours. Our visitors, members, donors, partners and volunteers are the heart of who we are and what we do.

Description and Duties    

Reporting to the Archivist, Museum of Dufferin, the Archival Intern - BIPOC Narratives will contribute significantly toward the assessment and development of heritage and narratives for Black, Indigenous and People of Colour (BIPOC) within the Archives' collection policies and the permanent collection.  These initiatives represent important steps towards anti-oppression and anti-racism in the archives.  This is a temporary full-time position working 35 hours per week (Tuesday to Saturday). The majority of work will be spent onsite working with the archival collection with periods of remote work. The successful candidate for this position will require a vehicle, as there is no public transportation to the job site.

What you'll do

- Review archival polices and collections records with the aim of inclusivity in the archives;
- Exhibit Research - genealogical and historical research of BIPOC narratives in Dufferin County (including conducting oral history interviews);
- Create a virtual exhibit focusing on the journey of Dufferin County's early Black settlers which will launch at the beginning of Black History Month 2022.

Qualifications: What you'll bring

- College Diploma or University Degree in Archival Studies, Library and Information Science, Public History, Museum Studies, Records and Information Management or another related program;
- Interest or course work centered on Black History, Indigenous Studies, early Canadian history will be a benefit in this position
- Lived and learned experiences would be a benefit in this position
- Excellent computer and data management skills including proficiency in Microsoft Office;
- Proficiency and knowledge of PastPerfect considered an asset;
- Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, to facilitate interaction with management, employees and representatives from partner organizations;
- Ability to read handwritten documents and cursive writing;
- Strong organizational, analytical, problem solving and multi-tasking skills with the ability to meet deadlines and assess priorities;
- Highly energetic with the ability to self-motivate and work collaboratively;
- Own transportation as there is no public transit to the Museum of Dufferin;
- A current criminal record check/vulnerable sector check.
Additional Information    This is in an internship position funded by Young Canada Works at Building Careers in Heritage. To be considered for this position, all applicants must meet the program eligibility criteria as required by Young Canada Works: https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-heritage/services/funding/young-canada-works/students-graduates/careers-heritage-graduates.html

What we can offer YOU!

- A competitive hourly wage of $18.00;
- Access to an Employee and Family Assistance Program;
- A flexible, supportive and collaborative work environment with the understanding that the nature of the project can be emotional for some individuals;
- Unlimited access to live and interactive webinars offered by the Canadian Centre for Diversity and Inclusion (CCDI).

The Museum of Dufferin is owned and operated by the County of Dufferin. As an organization, we have made a commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging and are at the beginning of this journey. We recognize the value of diverse perspectives and lived experiences, and the importance of creating an environment that embraces and supports these. We are committed to creating and fostering a workplace where all employees, regardless of race, colour, ancestry, creed (religion), place of origin, ethnic origin, citizenship, sex (including pregnancy), gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, family status, and disability feel a sense of dignity and belonging. As such, we seek to attract, develop, and retain highly talented employees with a variety of identities and backgrounds, in order to better reflect the growing diversity of our region.

All applicants are thanked for their interest. Only those selected for an interview will receive a response. Information collected will be used in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act for the purpose of job selection and will not be used for any other reason. Accommodations are available for all parts of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance.
 

Application information

Interested applicants are invited to submit a resume and cover letter before the closing date and time to: hr@dufferincounty.ca
Application Webpage (URL): https://www.dufferincounty.ca/careers/job-id-c50-21-2-x-temporary-full-time-archives-interns-bipoc-narratives-24-weeks

Application Deadline: August 27, 2021