Archives Manager
Royal BC Museum and Archives

Location: Victoria, BC
Compensation: $75,552 - $86,175

The Royal BC Museum (RBCM) was established in 1886, making it one of the oldest continually operating museums in Canada. By exploring our human history and natural history, the Royal BC Museum advances new knowledge and understanding of British Columbia, and provides for a dynamic forum for discussion and a place for cultural reflection.

The RBCM, which includes the provincial archives, is undergoing modernization. Modernization is a complex, transformational process that not only impacts the museum's physical presence and facilities, but also requires the museum team to undergo adaptive and technical organizational changes.

The Archives department, is responsible for the BC Archives, physical and digital access to access to archival collections, and preservation and conservation services for the Royal BC Museum. The Archives department ensures that the historical records of the province are preserved, managed and made accessible.

Description and Duties    

The Archives Manager provides leadership for the BC Archives as well as knowledge and expertise on the collection. The incumbent is an ambassador in the community, creating and nurturing partnerships and connections and developing archives-related programs, projects and services designed to engage existing and new audiences. The position manages and mentors a team of archivists and access staff and oversees all activities associated with public access to the collection.

The ideal candidate is a strategic thinker and operational implementer with the responsibility to manage a long-term plan for BC Archives, including the move to a new site. The individual keeps up to date on current trends, standards and emerging technologies that will impact archival work and the future of the archives and knows how to incorporate them into planning.  They also require an understanding of both digitized and born-digital records and media.

Qualifications    

The successful candidate must hold a masters degree in Archival Studies or Library & Information Science with a specialty in archives plus three years' experience in an archival organization leading staff.  They must also have knowledge of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, the Copyright Act, and other legislation, policies and procedures related to the collection, use and disclosure of information.

Please refer to the full job description and selection criteria to ensure your application addresses the areas we will be looking at when assessing suitability for this opportunity.

See: https://royalbcmuseum.bc.ca/media/6010

Additional Information    

This position requires Criminal Records Checks under the BC Public Service Screening Policy and the Criminal Records Review Act and all applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada (have Canadian citizenship or permanent resident status).  

On November 1, 2021 the BC Public Service announced the COVID-19 Vaccination Policy that defines the conditions and expectations for BC Public Service employees regarding vaccination against COVID-19. Among other possible measures, proof of vaccination will be required by November 22, 2021.  It is a term of acceptance of employment that you agree to comply with all vaccination requirements that apply to the public service.  

Application information

Please submit your resume and cover letter in PDF format by January 26th, 2023 at 11:59PM with the following subject line: Last Name, First Name, RB2023-04 via email to: RBCMapplications@royalbcmuseum.bc.ca

Application Webpage (URL): https://royalbcmuseum.bc.ca/about/our-work/meet-staff/employment/january-26-2023/archives-manager-full-time-permanent

Application Deadline: January 26th, 2023 at 11:59PM PST