Archives Advisor (Part time), The Association for Manitoba Archives, Winnipeg, MB
 

Location: Winnipeg, Manitoba
Compensation: Guaranteed minimum 14 hours per week, $35 per hour, with four [14-hour] weeks paid vacation

The Association for Manitoba Archives (AMA) is seeking a relationship-focused, organized archives professional to administer our office and provide invaluable archives advisory services to a wide variety of people and institutions in Manitoba.

The AMA represents and supports archivists, knowledge keepers, folks caring and looking for invaluable records, and those committed to the preservation of archival records in Manitoba through educational workshops, advocacy, and advisory services. We are a volunteer-run organization with an office in downtown Winnipeg.


Description and Duties    

The Archives Advisor position is a paid, part-time opportunity intended for someone who is passionate about archival collections in Manitoba, enjoys the ability to travel across the Province, and is knowledgeable of archival theory and practical applications within the contexts of Truth and Reconciliation. The ideal candidate is an excellent communicator and relationship-builder who is able to communicate well with a broad range of people with a variety of archival needs. In addition, they are organized and can adeptly handle routine office tasks and event coordination.

This position is two days per week (14 hours), with flexibility as the role progresses.

Under the direct supervision of the AMA Chair, the Archives Advisor will manage and maintain the AMA's office and provide archival advisory services to people from across Manitoba, while also supporting the work of the AMA Board. Communication and creativity are vital as the Advisor will address a wide swath of challenges facing Archives from government legislation to pest control. The successful candidate must be confident with public speaking, event planning and coordination, and have a high degree of computer competency.

The AMA encourages applications from Indigenous persons, racially visible persons, persons with disabilities, and persons of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community. Please self- identify at time of application.

You are encouraged to apply to this posting even if you do not meet 100% of the qualifications.

Qualifications
Education and Experience

• Master's degree in archival studies, information/library studies, or equivalent with concentration in archives courses
• Equivalent combination of training and experience
• Minimum of three years working in an archival setting

Job-specific Skills

• Demonstrated knowledge of, and experience with, core archival functions
• Knowledge of current trends and issues in the archival profession
• Knowledge of the Manitoba archival landscape
• The ability to convey complex archival theory and practice in plain language to volunteer-run organizations, government, and the public
• Demonstrated experience developing and delivering educational and outreach programs
• Demonstrated experience planning and coordinating events

Technical Competencies

• Excellent technological skills, including website and database maintenance, social media platforms, navigating legacy technologies
• Excellent oral and written communication skills

Behavioural Competencies

• Ability to manage a complex workload in a timely fashion and under minimal supervision
• Excellent organizational and administrative skills
• Ability to work collaboratively with diverse colleagues
• Ability to relate, communicate effectively, and build relationships within different institutional and cultural structures

Working Conditions

• Extended time using a computer
• Occasional travel throughout Manitoba, including over several days
• Occasional work that may involve heavy lifting, exposure to dust and potentially harmful materials associated with archival records
• Hybrid remote work is possible, up to 50% of the time

Terms

• Guaranteed minimum 14 hours per week, $35 per hour, with four [14-hour] weeks paid vacation

Conditions of Employment:

• Must be legally entitled to work in Canada.
• Must possess a valid Manitoba Driver's License, and ability and willingness to travel throughout Manitoba.

How to Apply    
Please submit a cover letter and resume, or any questions you may have, to: advocacy@mbarchives.ca
Application Webpage (URL)    https://www.mbarchives.ca/

Please visit our website for more information about our organization.
Application Deadline: Applications will be accepted until Sunday 30 June 2024.
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