Assistant Professor of Teaching (Tenure-Track) in Library and Information Studies
The University of British Columbia School of Information

Location: Vancouver, BC, Canada
Compensation: Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

The School of Information is a top-ranked institution in the field of information management and presents a vibrant teaching and research environment. Our faculty are engaged in innovative and collaborative research, community engagement, and professional leadership. We offer several top-ranked graduate programs with consistent high evaluations from our students, including a PhD program, Masters programs in Library and Information Studies (MLIS) and Archival Studies (MAS), and a First Nations Curriculum Concentration (FNCC), our specialization that focuses on Indigenous information initiatives. Further information about the School of Information can be found at https://ischool.ubc.ca.

Equity and mutual respect are core values of the School of Information; we pay particular attention to the needs of all marginalized and under-represented groups of people. As School we are actively engaged in implementing UBC's Indigenous Strategic Plan (ISP) (https://isp.ubc.ca/) and the recommendations of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission (TRC). We seek to create a diverse, inclusive, and equitable school for faculty, staff and students of all backgrounds and identities. Candidates are expected to have a strong commitment to the mission of School of Information and show the potential of diverse, critical, and socially responsible approaches in teaching and research.

Description and Duties    

We seek an exceptional teacher with a track record of employing innovative pedagogies, such as community-based learning, lab-based teaching, and course/curriculum design. The successful candidate will be expected to maintain an active program of teaching, educational leadership, and to contribute to the delivery and development of undergraduate courses in information studies. Other activities include student advising and membership of administrative committees as assigned by the director.

This is a tenure-track position in the Educational Leadership Stream and the successful candidate will be reviewed for reappointment, tenure, and promotion in subsequent years, in accordance with the Collective Agreement. For a description of the rank Assistant Professor of Teaching and the criteria for tenure and promotion, see https://hr.ubc.ca/working-ubc/faculty-collective-agreement-and-policies.

Qualifications    

Applicants must have a PhD or Doctorate degree in the field of Library and Information Studies, or a related discipline, by the start of the appointment. We welcome applications from candidates who are defending their dissertation during the time of the search.

Preference will be given to candidates with expertise in one or more of these, or related areas: Information and Data Design, Critical design, UX/UI design, Data Management, and Design Justice. Candidates should be able to teach technology skills in multiple modes to students of diverse ability and experience. The position also involves educational leadership activities such as academic planning, curriculum and program development, resource development, and teaching innovation. The ideal candidate will have demonstrated evidence of, or the potential for:

• Excellence in teaching and/or course development at both the graduate and undergraduate level;
• Educational Leadership, including community outreach, working with stakeholder groups, and dissemination, especially in the design field;
• Capacity for academic service and leadership;
• Demonstrated effectiveness and openness to working with students and colleagues with diverse perspectives and from diverse backgrounds.
  

The School of Information acknowledges that within higher education in Canada, traditional or conventional academic pathways can reinforce biases in the filling of faculty posts. We encourage applications that may not fit this mold and challenge our ideas of teaching, scholarship and research.
 
Application information

How to Apply:  https://lais.air.arts.ubc.ca/assistant-professor-of-teaching-tenure-track-in-library-and-information-studies/

Application Deadline: November 20, 2022

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Tenure-Track Assistant Professor Position in Archival Studies
The University of British Columbia School of Information

Location: Vancouver, BC, Canada
Compensation: Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

The School of Information is a top-ranked institution in the field of information management and presents a vibrant teaching and research environment. Our faculty are engaged in innovative and collaborative research, community engagement, and professional leadership. We offer several top-ranked graduate programs with consistent high evaluations from our students, including a PhD program, Masters programs in Library and Information Studies (MLIS) and Archival Studies (MAS), and a First Nations Curriculum Concentration (FNCC), our specialization that focuses on Indigenous information initiatives. Further information about the School of Information can be found at https://ischool.ubc.ca.

Equity and mutual respect are core values of the School of Information; we pay particular attention to the needs of all marginalized and under-represented groups of people. As School we are actively engaged in implementing UBC's Indigenous Strategic Plan (ISP) (https://isp.ubc.ca/) and the recommendations of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission (TRC). We seek to create a diverse, inclusive, and equitable school for faculty, staff, and students of all backgrounds and identities. Candidates are required to have a strong commitment to the mission of School of Information and demonstrate effectiveness and openness to working with students and colleagues with diverse perspectives and from diverse backgrounds.

Description and Duties    

The successful candidate will be expected to undertake an active program of original research, publication, and other knowledge mobilization; to teach courses and undertake student supervision in archival and recordkeeping studies at the graduate and potentially undergraduate level; and contribute to leadership and service initiatives within the School of Information. Other activities include student advising and membership of administrative committees as assigned by the director. Additional responsibilities may include participation in ongoing revision of the MAS curriculum.

As member of a small archival faculty contingent, you will have the opportunity to develop your own specialized courses as well as to teach in one or more of the following areas:

• Digital preservation;
• Digital archives;
• Archival diplomatics;
• Archival appraisal;
• Archival and recordkeeping systems;
• Indigenous and non-Western recordkeeping models and practices;
• Reference, advocacy and outreach;
• Non-textual archives and records;
• Histories of recordkeeping;
• Community archives.
  

This is a tenure-track position in the Research Professoriate Stream and the successful candidate will be reviewed for reappointment, tenure, and promotion in subsequent years, in accordance with the Collective Agreement. For a description of the rank Assistant Professor and the criteria for tenure and promotion, see https://hr.ubc.ca/working-ubc/faculty-collective-agreement-and-policies.

Qualifications    

We invite candidates with expertise in archival studies, demonstrated through an advanced degree (PhD) in archival studies. We welcome applications from candidates who hold (or are completing) advanced degrees in cognate disciplines with a substantial focus on archival studies; or who hold (or are completing) advanced degrees in a cognate discipline and have demonstrated contributions to the advancement of archival disciplinary knowledge. Applicants should have a PhD in a relevant field by the start of this appointment. We welcome applications from candidates who are defending their dissertation during the time of the search.

The successful candidate has an active research agenda in archival studies; a record of publications and contributions within the field (commensurate with career stage); a demonstrated record of excellence in teaching and course development, ideally at both the graduate and undergraduate level; the potential to contribute to the ongoing vision and future direction of the MAS program; and demonstrated capacity or the potential for academic service and leadership.

We seek candidates who will complement existing expertise and particularly welcome those with one or more of the following demonstrated strengths:

Digital approaches to archival and recordkeeping processes and problems, including but not limited to:

• Digital transformation and preservation of archival material;
• Theories, perspectives and practices at the intersection of emerging technologies, archives and recordkeeping.
  

Global archival and recordkeeping theories, perspectives, and practices, including but not limited to:

• Indigenous archival theories, perspectives, and practices;  
• Community-centred archival and recordkeeping theories, perspectives and practices;
• Archives and evidence in the context of humanitarian crises.
  

We seek applicants with a record of demonstrated research impact, as well as potential to publish, teach effectively, and secure external research funding. We acknowledge that within higher education in Canada, traditional or conventional academic pathways can reinforce biases in the filling of faculty posts. We encourage applications that may not fit this mold and challenge our ideas of teaching, scholarship and research.

Application information

How to Apply: https://lais.air.arts.ubc.ca/tenure-track-assistant-professor-position-in-archival-studies/

Application Deadline: December 1, 2022

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Digital Records Archivist
Tłı̨chǫ Government

Location: Behchokǫ̀, Northwest Territories
Compensation: $98,000 to $111,000 per year

The Tłı̨chǫ Government has powers to pass and enforce a wide range of its own laws. The Tłı̨chǫ Government can own resources, receive tax revenues and protect resources. The focus of the Tłı̨chǫ Government is the protection of the Tłı̨chǫ language and culture, heritage and wildlife. The Tłı̨chǫ people also have their own Constitution. The Constitution sets out the rights and freedoms of Tłı̨chǫ citizens and provides the rules for the election of the Tłı̨chǫ Government and for keeping the Government accountable.

Description and Duties    

The Digital Records Archivist is responsible for strategic planning, collections management and daily operations of Tłı̨chǫ Government's physical and digital archives, which includes development and implementation of policies and procedures. The incumbent will develop and maintain Tłı̨chǫ Nàowoò Deghats'etsaa: Tłı̨chǫ Cultural Commons Digital Archive (TCCDA) which is a central digital location for Tłı̨chǫ cultural knowledge. The incumbent should take an innovative approach to archival management with inquisitiveness, flexibility and drive to promote and enhance preservation of and access to the TCCDA. The incumbent will develop partnerships, implement best practices and respond to and work with a wide variety of requests from colleagues, communities, researchers and the general public.

Qualifications
    

• Minimum 1-year work experience in archives, working with relevant digital tools, technology and metadata standards in an archival repository, and Master's degree in Archival Information, Archival and Library Studies or another graduate degree in a relevant field and combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Thorough knowledge of archival standards and practices related to digital records, receiving and management of digital records; technical requirements for digital preservation on hardware, software and file formats; and provision of access to digital records.
• Experience developing research guides, exhibits, or other tools to promote and support use of archival and manuscript holdings.
• Strong analytical, planning, organizational, time management, interpersonal and communication skills.
• A strong interest in Tłı̨chǫ history, geography, language, culture, way of life, and an understanding of Tłı̨chǫ Government's programs and services.
• Ability to work with Tłı̨chǫ Elders, as part of a team, in stressful situations amongst projects with changing deadlines, emerging issues and conflicting demands.
• Ability to conduct research, write reports, proposals, and work with confidential material.
  

The Tłı̨chǫ Agreement was negotiated by the Dogrib Treaty 11 Council, the Government of the Northwest Territories (GNWT), and the Government of Canada. It is the first combined comprehensive land claim and self-government agreement in the Northwest Territories. In 2005 the Tłı̨chǫ Nation ratified the Tłı̨chǫ Agreement, a modern Treaty with the Government of Canada. The agreement provides and defines certain rights relating to lands, resources and self-government. Some of the highlights of the agreement include:

Creation of the Tłı̨chǫ Government

• Ownership of 39,000 km2 of land located between Great Slave Lake and Great Bear Lake including surface and subsurface rights.
• The ability to define its membership know as Tłı̨chǫ citizens
• Jurisdiction over lands and resources in the Tłı̨chǫ traditional territory.
• The establishment of the Wek'éezhíi Land and Water Board and the Wek'éezhíi Renewable Resources Board
• A share of mineral royalties from the Mackenzie Valley

Please submit your resume and cover letter to hr@tlicho.com
Please apply by email

Application Deadline: November 7, 2022 at 5:00pm MST

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Supervisor, Library - Document and Institutional Archives Management
National Film Board of Canada

Location: Montreal
Compensation: $73,777 to $94,407 (under review)

Are you passionate about great storytelling, about exploring the issues that matter, about pushing the boundaries in new audiovisual experiences? So are we. As Canada's public producer and distributor, the National Film Board has been telling the country's stories and pioneering breakthroughs in virtually every field of audiovisual content since 1939. But to do this, we need a team that truly reflects the richness and diversity of Canada. If you'd like to be a part of this team-and part of the NFB's incredible legacy-we'd love to hear from you.

SUMMARY OF DUTIES

Acts as an expert advisor in the management of informational resources of operational and permanent value, artifacts and library resources. Develops plans, strategies, analyses and reports related to the management of NFB documents of all kinds and participates in the development of policies, guidelines and procedures in the field of archives and recordkeeping. Analyzes development needs, leads resulting initiatives, oversees programs or activities aimed at improving services offered, as well as the management, conservation, development and accessibility of documentation in accordance with government and NFB requirements.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES

• Oversees, manages and directs the projects, programs or activities of the Library - Document and Institutional Archives Management team that are aimed at improving the services offered, as well as the management, processing, conservation, protection, enhancement, accessibility and disposal of NFB documentation according to current federal standards.
• Acts as an expert advisor in the field of documentation management, library resources, archives and data of all kinds by providing expertise, advice, guidance and support for the entire NFB.
• Develops plans, strategies, analyses and reports related to NFB documentation management and participates in policy development.
• Helps improve the NFB's information-management systems and tools; analyzes development needs, participates in the development of conceptual data models and collaborates with Technology sector teams to carry out these initiatives.
• Participates in the development and implementation of business-intelligence initiatives and projects for the NFB.
• Is responsible for the implementation of documentation-management projects, including the implementation and maintenance of records-management systems such as GCdocs, SiDoc, Artifacts, etc.
• Establishes corporate classification systems, retention schedules and research tools  (Finding aid) to facilitate access to NFB resources under the responsibility of their sector.
• Develops and maintains relationships with all NFB sectors, with Library and Archives Canada, the Treasury Board Secretariat, and other federal entities such as Public Services and Procurement Canada or Heritage Canada in the context of maintaining good recordkeeping and information-use practices.
• Guides and supports internal and external researchers in their work and provides functional and technological support to users of the information systems in use within the sector.
• Keeps own skills up-to-date and stays informed on recent developments in the field of information management, and actively participates in discussions about adopting best practices within the NFB.
• Selects and manages external suppliers, defines technical requirements, and evaluates the services rendered in terms of quality, compliance with standards and agreed-upon deadlines.
• Ensures sound management and proactive planning of financial and material resources for their sector.
• Manages the sector's human resources in accordance with the NFB's values and policies and in line with the applicable collective agreements; builds effective teams and ensures that synergy, cohesion and a spirit of cooperation are created and maintained within the group.
• Sets clear expectations and evaluates individual and sector performance; establishes performance indicators, sets annual goals and  advances talent-development plans.
• Communicates to staff in their sector the objectives and strategies to be pursued, and acts as the sector's spokesperson with internal and external collaborators.
  

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• University degree in Archival Science, Information Studies, Administration, or relevant combination of education and experience;
• Minimum of eight (8) years of relevant experience in the field of records management, including at least two (2) years of experience in management of largescale projects or multidisciplinary teams;
• Excellent knowledge of archival principles, standards and practices used in Information Management;
• Knowledge of databases used in archives management;
• Ability to assess client needs and to provide quality service;
• Knowledge of enterprise content-management software such as Content Server, GCdocs, and databases used in records management;
• Bilingualism in both official languages (French and English), both orally and in writing.

PERSONAL QUALITIES

• Judgment, initiative and autonomy;
• Strong inclination toward customer service and collaboration;
• Excellent analytical, synthesis and problem-solving skills;
• Excellent ability to manage several tasks simultaneously with an organized, meticulous, structured and rigorous work approach;
• Ability to establish good interpersonal relationships, be effective in professional interactions, and exercise unifying leadership;
• Flexibility in dealing with changing priorities and objectives;
• Good coaching skills and active listening skills;
• Result and solution oriented;
• Excellent general knowledge and strong oral and written communication skills

How to Apply
    
Interested candidates with the above qualifications are invited to apply in writing, including a copy of their résumé to cv@nfb.ca, BY NOVEMBER 2, 2022, citing competition number: SN-00021381.

The NFB is committed to building a skilled, diverse workforce that's reflective of Canadian society. It promotes initiatives such as employment equity and encourages candidates to voluntarily indicate in their cover letter if they are a woman, a member of a First Nations group, Inuk, Métis, a person with a disability, or a member of a visible-minority group.

The NFB is also committed to developing inclusive, barrier-free selection processes and work environments. Feel free to advise us of any accommodation needs.

Please note that only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

Application Webpage (URL): https://jobs.nfb.ca/jobs/supervisor-library-document-and-institutional-archives-management-00021381

Application Deadline: November 2, 2022

Archivist, Arts Library Special Collections
Haas Arts Library, Yale University Library

Location: New Haven, CT, USA
Compensation: 70,000-80,000 USD

Position Focus:

• The Robert B. Haas Family Arts Library at Yale University seeks a service-focused and collaborative Archivist, a position that provides opportunities for growth and professional development in one of the country's largest academic arts libraries.
• Reporting to the Associate Director of Arts Library Special Collections (ALSC), the incumbent is responsible for archival processing, acquisitions, and research services.
• The Archivist for ALSC processes and catalogs archival and manuscript materials representing the visual arts and design.
• Prepares finding aids according to relevant standards and established local practice, including using ArchivesSpace.
• Assists the Associate director in overseeing staff who support the ALSC service desk and reading room.
• The archivist participates in the acquisitions process by managing the Yale Bookplate Collection and making recommendations to the Associate Director.
• Assists in the preservation assessment of collections and in the selection of materials for conservation treatmen.
• Collaborating with other special collections units within Yale University Library (YUL) system, responsible for assuring that policies and procedures governing the use of the collections follow the YUL's security standards.
• The ALSC Archivist provides special collections reference and research services support and may collaborate with the Associate Director and other library colleagues to deliver library instruction.
• The ALSC archivist assists with the planning and execution of exhibits in the William H. Wright Special Collections Exhibition Area and online.
• The incumbent contributes to strategic planning in the Arts Library.
• Completes special projects as assigned.
• Contributes to Yale University Library and University-wide initiatives and is active professionally.
• This position will be assigned a rank of Librarian 2 (Grade 24) or Librarian 3 (Grade 25).

Librarian ranking information is available at http://bit.ly/YULRanksPromotions.

Essential Duties:

1. Assumes a variety of responsibilities related to Special Collections/Restricted materials in all formats (including born-digital). This includes selection, appraisal, arrangement and description, preservation, access, outreach, and security.
2. Manages all aspects of ALSC archival processing in paper or electronic format, including: accessioning, arrangement and description, and preservation and rehousing.
3. Improves accessibility to archival collections by preparing and publishing EAD encoded finding aids. Creates collection level records and assists other staff in preparing such records for inclusion in the online library catalog.
4. Oversees ALSC collections management, particularly stacks maintenance and LSF processing.
5. Serves as the primary selector for the Yale Bookplate Collection and participates in ALSC collection development, including: research and selection, dealer and donor relations, and acquisitions negotiations across a broad range of materials relating to the visual arts, design, and the dramatic arts.Collaborates to deliver instructional sessions and reference support in the use of Arts Library special collections by the Yale community and the broader public. Collaborates with other librarians, archivists, and faculty to integrate ALSC materials into courses.
6. Assists in the creation and maintenance of online research guides and other support tools.
7. Participates in the creation of Arts Library exhibition, outreach and instruction programs, and events. This includes the Bibliographical Press and working with other campus partners to draw new and diverse audiences to the Arts Library and the Press.
8. Assists with reading room operations that includes patron requests; reference services to patrons in person, by telephone, and via email; reproduction requests; compliance with security procedures; training library staff, student assistants, and interns.
9. Creates documentation to support training and excellent customer service.
10. Collaborates with Arts Librarians to manage current and future special collections digitization efforts.
11. Participates in setting priorities, planning workflows, recommending changes to procedures and policies; resolves problems, interprets policies, generates statistics and reports, carries out projects.
12. Serves on library committees, working groups, and task forces, and engages in professional development outside the library. Monitors developments and best practices elsewhere to help ensure the excellence of Yale's collections and research support services.
13. Assists, if necessary, with disaster recovery efforts.
14. May perform other duties as assigned.

Required Education and Experience:

1. Master's degree from an ALA-accredited library school and an undergraduate degree in the visual arts, art history, design, or a closely-related field.
2. A minimum of two year's professional experience in an academic or museum library, with formal training in archival theory and practice.
3. Experience processing manuscript and archival collections.
4. Demonstrated knowledge of archival and library management systems.
5. Demonstrated experience with basic preservation and conservation standards for archival and special collections.
6. Demonstrated record of designing projects and bringing them to a conclusion in a timely fashion.
7. Experience with providing research support, instruction, and public services for special collections.
8. Demonstrated excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communications and analytical ability, and the ability to provide exceptional customer service to a diverse clientele.
   

Required Skill/Ability

1. Demonstrated proficiency in archival appraisal, arrangement and description practices and standards and demonstrated knowledge of the issues related to the acquisition of born-digital materials.
   
2. Demonstrated knowledge of current national data content and structure standards related to the archival control of collection materials.
3. Demonstrated knowledge of archival and library management systems, and familiarity with tools that create EAD finding aids and platforms such as ArchivesSpace.
   
4. Demonstrated ability providing public services for special collections.
5. Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and independently with varied groups within a complex organization and rapidly changing team environment.
   
6. Commitment to an inclusive workplace. Ability to engage with diverse audiences (age, gender, nationality, race/ethnicity, profession, sexual orientation, etc.).
   

Background Check Requirements:

All candidates for employment will be subject to pre-employment background screening for this position, which may include motor vehicle, DOT certification, drug testing and credit checks based on the position description and job requirements. All offers are contingent upon the successful completion of the background check. For additional information on the background check requirements and process visit "Learn about background checks" under the Applicant Support Resources section of Careers on the It's Your Yale website.

COVID-19 Vaccine Requirement:

Thank you for your interest in employment at Yale University. Please also note that the university has a COVID-19 vaccination and booster requirement for all students, staff & faculty which is described in the COVID-19 Vaccine Program. As you search our open positions, you will see that all postings list their on-site addresses which gives more detail on the on-campus work location of the role.

Posting Disclaimer:

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the essential functions that will be required of the position and should not be construed as a declaration of specific duties and responsibilities of the particular position. Employees will be assigned specific job-related duties through their hiring departments.

https://apptrkr.com/3483619

Applications will be reviewed starting October 28. Position open until filled.

Contract Assistant Archivist/Curator
Heritage Professionals

Location: Toronto
Compensation: $28-$40 hr.

Heritage Professionals (HP) is a heritage consulting firm situated in Toronto. It was established in early 2012 and specializes in a variety of different heritage services, primarily archival, curatorial work, and information management. In recent years, the company has also distinguished itself in the area of corporate anniversaries.

Our clients are mainly located in Ontario and include entities such as: health and educational institutions, non-profits, unions, companies, private clubs, archives, and libraries. For more details about our services and clients please consult the firm's website.

Description and Duties    

Heritage Professionals is seeking a full-time assistant archivist/curator for 3-4 months to provide support in a variety of initiatives the company is undertaking for its clients from late 2022 to early 2023. If time permits, the individual will also carry out smaller tasks to support the operations of Heritage Professionals. Some of the projects involved will likely include:

• Assisting with the creation of an archives for the Badminton and Racquet Club of Toronto. The records involved measure
• approximately 25 metres in extent.
• Working with the team to prepare the records created by a private individual for donation to the University of Toronto Archives. The
• materials measure around 67 metres in extent.
• Taking part in the development of a physical exhibition to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the Denturist Association of Ontario.
• Assisting with the production of content for a physical and virtual display the firm is mounting for Toronto Hebrew Memorial Parks.
• Updating some of the content on the Heritage Professionals website.
• Providing support with social media if time permits.
  

While the advertised position is for 3-4 months, the position could potentially be extended well beyond that time if it ends up being a good fit for the firm.

Qualifications
    
The preferred candidate will have a completed master's degree in Archival Studies, Museum Studies, Information Studies, or the equivalent in regard to background, training and experience in the field. An undergraduate or graduate degree in history would be an asset. The individual will also have a minimum of one to 10 years of practical archival and/or museum experience.

Some of the required qualifications, skills, and characteristics that the successful candidate should possess include:

• Familiarity with and some experience in the areas of archival preservation, arrangement, and description.
• Experience working with textual, graphic materials, and artefacts.
• Background and experience creating virtual and physical exhibitions.
• Knowledge of the Rules for Archival Description (RAD) and experience arranging and describing records according to RAD.
• Proven expertise working with Microsoft Suite software and experience with archival databases would be beneficial.
• Familiarity working with Wordpress, creating, updating and enhancing websites.
• Experience developing content for social media sites like Facebook, Twitter, Instagram etc.
• Ability to lift boxes and items up t0 30 lbs.
• Strong communication (both oral and written) and time management skills.
• Be detail oriented and have a commitment to accuracy.
• Comfort working with a team as well as the ability to take and respond effectively to direction from above.
• Proven capacity to respond to feedback, resolve problems effectively, and manage multiple tasks at once.
  

Compensation

The salary base for the successful candidate will be commensurate with their credentials and experience. The likely range would be $28 to $40 an hour.

Health & Safety Provisions

Staff are expected to always act in a safe manner and ensure that those around them do not put themselves or others at risk. Safety is everyone's responsibility. This includes protocols around the coronavirus virus depending on external mandates.

How to Apply
    
Please submit a cover letter and resume with a minimum of three references via email by 5 pm (EST), 31 October 2022.

Heritage Professionals
Attention: Ellen Scheinberg, President/Principal
heritageprofessionals@yahoo.ca
Website: http://www.heritageprofessionals.net
Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

Application Deadline: 31 October 2022

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Archivist
Toronto Metropolitan University (formerly Ryerson University)

Location: Toronto, Ontario Canada
Compensation: salary minima are $75,846.36 for Librarian II and $94,386.58 for Librarian III

In August 2021, the former Ryerson University announced that it would begin a renaming process to reconcile the legacy of Egerton Ryerson for a more inclusive future. It was recently announced that the University is renamed to Toronto Metropolitan University with immediate effect. To learn more, please visit: h ttps://www.ryerson.ca/next-chapter/.

Serving a highly diverse student population of over 45,000, with 100+ u ndergraduate and graduate programs built on the integration of theoretical and practical learning and distinguished by a professionally focussed curriculum with a strong emphasis on excellence in teaching, research and creative activities, T MU is a vibrant, urban university known for its culture of innovation, entrepreneurship, community engagement and city-building through its award-winning architecture.

The Opportunity

The Archivist position offers an exciting opportunity for a future-focussed and progressive professional, who is a creative, dynamic and public service oriented archivist. As a member of the Archives and Special Collections team, the incumbent will collaborate on the development of a digital preservation strategy to increase access, prominence, and preservation of the archival collections housed and hosted by TMU Libraries, including community led projects.

TMU Libraries' Archives was established to help support the learning and teaching needs and facilitate the scholarly, research and creative activities (SRC) of the University community by acquiring, describing and preserving specialized original archival materials and fonds. The Archives also serves as the institutional memory of the University community and includes the official archival holdings from the University. The Archives describes, houses, preserves, and makes accessible a broad range of primary source materials which provide an administrative, academic, fiscal, legal, social, and cultural record of the University. In addition, it collects, preserves and describes other primary source archival materials related to SRC and teaching areas of the University.

Within the context of a rapidly evolving print and digital environment, the incumbent is responsible for the effective planning, support, expansion and management of collections and services within the Archives and in collaboration with Special Collection and other areas of the Libraries. A strategy for expanding upon and enriching the areas of the Archives acquisitions through outreach and relationship building will be a key initial goal for the incumbent. This will include consideration of curricular, institutional and SRC strengths and areas of opportunity. Collaboration with faculty, staff and students, along with librarian colleagues will be key. The Archivist works closely with the ACL for SRC and the ACL for Teaching and Learning as well as department Head, other librarians and key library staff. The position reports to the Chief Librarian. The Archivist oversees the daily activities of two Archives Assistants. The Archivist works closely with the Director of Library Development in the consideration and evaluation of potential gifts-in-kind (GIK) and related donor stewardship.

Responsibilities

Under the direction of the Associate Chief Librarian for SRC, the incumbent oversees the programs and staff of and Archives in accordance with established policies and procedures governing the appraisal/selection and disposition, acquisition, arrangement and description, preservation, reference and use of the archival records of Toronto Metropolitan University, private individuals and organizations.

The successful candidate will engage in a combination of professional duties, scholarly research or creative activity and/or professional development, and service duties, while maintaining an inclusive, equitable, and collegial work environment across all activities.


Qualifications   

• The successful candidate shall hold an MA or MLS degree from an ALA-accredited institution or equivalent. A specialization in Archival Studies and/or Records Management is preferred. In addition, the candidate must present evidence of the following:
• three or more years of relevant experience, with demonstrated progress toward increased responsibility in a university archives setting.
• Proficiency in archival arrangement and description including standard schema such as RAD, ISAD(G), Dublin Core, etc.
• Familiarity with current archival practices and emerging concepts related non-custodial holdings and community led and managed initiatives.
• An understanding and commitment to decolonizing practices in archives and libraries.
• An active commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion and accessibility in all aspects of their work and practice.
• Experience and knowledge of the principles of Digital Preservation Management including working knowledge of the lifecycle of digital objects through an understanding of the Open Archival Information System (OAIS), the Digital Curation Centre's Digital Curation Lifecycle model, or similar reference model.
• Excellent working knowledge of archival database architecture and administration.
• Experience with both Canadian Cultural Property Export Review Board (CCPERB) and GIK archival donation processes including monetary appraisal and the CCPERB application procedure.
• Respect for and willingness to engage in collegial decision making through utilization of existing councils and governing bodies within the institution.
• Experience and willingness to coordinate the generation of projects and workflows for interns; maintain awareness of relevant internship programs to advance specific projects.
• Project management experience, specifically in planning exhibitions, blog postings, publications, and other events to showcase the work of Archives.
• A commitment to the responsibility of truth and reconciliation as outlined in the Calls To Action. Flexibility and creativity in adapting to evolving staffing, liaison models, and emerging technologies.
• A commitment to collaboration and collegiality and a strong focus on service to students, faculty and staff.
• Excellent problem-solving and time-management skills and ability to operate effectively while balancing competing priorities.
• Motivation to proactively identify work to be completed, and ability to prioritize and shift gears throughout the academic year cycle.
• Strong written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills.
• A commitment to our values of Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion as it pertains to service, teaching, and scholarly research or creative activities, including a demonstrated ability to make learning accessible and inclusive for a diverse student population.
• An ability and willingness to contribute to the life of the Libraries and the University through collegial service.

Candidates possessing the following will be preferred:

• Aptitude for thinking creatively and critically about information literacy programs and services.
• Aptitude for thinking critically about best practices for academic libraries and trends in higher education. Understanding of scholarly communication including open access publishing, journal evaluation and research impact.
• Our committee recognizes that professional archivists have varying career paths and that career interruptions can be part of an excellent career record.

This position falls under the jurisdiction of the Ryerson Faculty Association (RFA) (www.rfanet.ca). The RFA collective agreement can be viewed h ere and a summary of RFA benefits can be found here.

About TMU Libraries

A vibrant and innovative centre of exploration, research, creation and learning, TMULibraries are positioned at the core of the University's academic, research and community engagement goals. The Libraries support a diverse community of learners and instructors, researchers and scholars, and community experts and entrepreneurs, and is a hub of interdisciplinary SRC. The dedicated team of more than 100 talented individuals supports a growing academic community, including new campuses and a growing number of international students.

In addition to our main campus Library, TMU Libraries includes a Law Library branch. The Law Library at the Lincoln Alexander School of Law is Canada's newest academic law library, and offers collections and services that enable students and faculty to realize the School's vision of a progressive legal education designed to meet the needs of a new generation of lawyers. TMULibraries provide crucial academic learning, creation and research resources, programs, services and spaces. Its unique blend of expertise and programming, coupled with access to leading edge technology and an array of information resources, fosters a rich academic environment, supporting the University's complement of degree programs, and advancing research and discovery, and community outreach and engagement.

The Libraries are committed to the TRC Calls to Action and are actively exploring ways to decolonize our work and these efforts are further supported by the Mash Koh Wee Kah Pooh Win (Standing Strong Task Force) recommendations and the University's in process renaming initiative. Our ongoing commitment to equity and community inclusion continue to shape and reaffirm our values and priorities as a Library and University.

Working at TMU

At the intersection of mind and action, Toronto Metropolitan University is on a transformative path to become Canada's leading
comprehensive innovation university. At TMU and within our University Libraries, we firmly believe that equity, diversity and inclusion are integral to this path; our current a cademic plan outlines each as core values and we work to embed them in all that we do.

Dedicated to a people first culture, TMU is proud to have been selected as one of Canada's Best Diversity Employers and a Greater Toronto's Top Employer. We invite you to explore the range of b enefits and supports available to faculty and their family, including access to our diverse f aculty and staff networks.

Visit us on Twitter: @torontomet, @VPFAtorontomet and @TorontoMetHR, and our LinkedIn page.

TMU is committed to accessibility for persons with disabilities. To find out more about legal and policy obligations please visit the accessibility and Human Rights websites.

Toronto Metropolitan University welcomes those who have demonstrated a commitment to upholding the values of equity, diversity, and inclusion and will assist us to expand our capacity for diversity in the broadest sense. In addition, to correct the conditions of disadvantage in employment in Canada, we encourage applications from members of groups that have been historically disadvantaged and marginalized, including First Nations, Métis and Inuit peoples, Indigenous peoples of North America, Black-identified persons, other racialized persons, persons with disabilities, and those who identify as women and/or 2SLGBTQ+.

Additional Information About the Position Employment Type: Full-Time Career Employee (FTCE)

Salary: In accordance with Article 16.4 of the collective agreement, the salary minima are $75,846.36 for Librarian II and $94,386.58 for Librarian III. Salary will be commensurate with experience and will increase annually by: i) an Across-the-Board increase and ii) one Career Development Increment (CDI) up to the maximum for satisfactory service and conditional upon receipt of the member's annual report.

Benefits: Extended health, vision, dental, insurance, tuition waiver benefits and access to the Ryerson Retirement Pension Plan. Five weeks' vacation per completed year of service. Sixteen professional development days per year.

https://www.ryerson.ca/hr/employee-resources/rfa/full-time-LTF/pay-info/

Location of Work: Downtown Toronto

How to Apply    

Applicants must submit their application online via the Faculty Recruitment Portal [https://hr.cf.ryerson.ca/ams/faculty/] by clicking on "Start Application Process" to begin. Applications, consisting of the following, must be received by October 31, 2022. The position will remain open until filled.

• a letter of application;
• a curriculum vitae; and
• names of three individuals who may be contacted for references.
  

Please note that all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, applications from Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority, in accordance with Canadian immigration regulations. Candidates must therefore indicate in their application if they are a permanent resident or citizen of Canada.

Application Webpage (URL) https://hr.cf.ryerson.ca/ams/faculty/

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Archives Assistant (YCW-BCH)
Charlotte County Archives

Location:  St. Andrews, New Brunswick
Compensation: $16/hour; 18-week contract (35 hours per week)

The Charlotte County Archives collects, preserves and conserves, through archival best practices, the pre-eminent collection of significant documents relating to the evolving history and culture of Charlotte County, New Brunswick, and actively engages the public through research, education, and outreach.

Housed in the Historic Jail, The Charlotte County Archives' rich and varied collection reflects the diversity, experience, and achievement of Charlotte County people. The collections date to the 18th century and include thousands of original documents reflecting various individuals, groups, and businesses, who have contributed to our social, cultural, economic, and political life.

Description and Duties    

The Charlotte County Archives, located in historic St. Andrews, New Brunswick, is seeking an enthusiastic, highly motivated candidate to fill the position of Charlotte County Assistant Archivist. The successful candidate will primarily be responsible for arranging and describing collections of local history manuscripts according to RAD guidelines. Working alongside the Archives Manager, they may also provide research and reference services, offer tours of the historic jail housing the Archives, create social media content promoting public engagement, and liaise with community volunteers.

Qualifications    

• College or university degree, preferably in history, museum studies, libraries and archives, or a related field.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, abilities to work both independently and with a team, and keen interest in history and cultural heritage.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, strong organizational skills, solid work ethic, and functional capabilities in evolving technologies and social media platforms are significant assets.
  

Additional Information    

As this position is offered through Young Canada Works' Building Careers in Heritage program, applicants must meet the relevant YCW eligibility criteria: be a Canadian citizen or a permanent resident, or have refugee status in Canada; legally entitled to work in Canada; between 16 and 30 years of age at the start of employment; a graduate from college or university; currently unemployed or underemployed; registered in the YCW online candidate inventory; willing to commit to the full duration of the work assignment; and not have another full-time job, or be receiving EI benefits, during the YCW work assignment.

The Charlotte County Archives is an equal opportunity employer and encourages diverse applicants, including members of BIPOC, 2SLGBTQ+, and/or disabled communities. Please reach out about any accommodations needed through the application process.

Application information

Apply by sending your resume to contact@ccarchives.ca or mail to 123 Frederick Street, St. Andrews NB, E5B 1Z1, or via the Young Canada Works website.

Application Webpage (URL):  https://young-canada-works.canada.ca/Opportunity/ProjectDetails?projectId=16346

Application Deadline: October 10, 2022

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Assistant, Records Management
Concordia University

Location: Montreal, QC
Compensation:  Salary: $31.12 - $37.43 per hour (CUSSU)

Recognized as Canada's top university under the age of 50, and one of Montreal's top Employers, Concordia University is the place to be if you are looking to grow, contribute and innovate in a dynamic and multicultural environment.

Be part of a community that addresses society's big challenges, supports your personal and professional growth, and makes a real impact in building a more sustainable world.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist the Records Management team in the development, implementation, and maintenance of the Records Management Program, including the Records Classification and Retention Plan (RCRP).
• Apply the Records Management procedures and processes.
• Ensure that search requests, retrievals, circulation and tracking of boxes and files stored at both the onsite and offsite storage facilities are handled efficiently within a timely manner (48 hours response time).
• Coordinate the Secure Shredding Program for the University, including the annual destruction process of inactive records and coordinate regular shredding service with the supplier.
• Assist end-users with the organization of their documents and with the use of the RCRP.
• Ensure and reinforce the proper application of the boxing procedure, assist end-users as needed and disseminate training documentation to end-users.
• Coordinate and execute digitization projects and ensure projects comply with digital norms and standards.
• Apply the Records Retention rules to files and records and assist in the appraisal of records for retention purposes.
• Undertake the preliminary processing or archival records in all media, review and sort archival records and prepare box listing.
• Participate in the development of the records management software, reinforce its proper use and disseminate training documentation to end-users.
• Assist with the identification of vital records.
• Provide clerical support: file, photocopy scan documents and data entry as required.
• Assist the Lead, Records Management and Archives with special assignments and projects.
• Perform other duties as required in support of the department.

REQUIREMENTS

• Diploma of Collegial Studies (3-year technical DEC) in Information & Library Technologies or in a field pertinent to the primary responsibilities and four to seven years of related work experience.
• Good knowledge (Level 4) of spoken and written English and French in order to analyze and summarize documents, to communicate with clients and to respond with sensitivity to queries.
• Good knowledge (Intermediate level) of MS Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) in a Window environment.
• Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Strong service and solution-oriented skills: initiative, resourcefulness, courtesy, judgment and positive and professional attitude with end-users.
• Ability to work with a high degree of accuracy and discretion.
• Physical ability as attested by successful completion of medical evaluation to the University's satisfaction. (e.g.: to lift, carry and move, without assistance, up to 11 kg (25lbs)).
• Experience with SharePoint, Teams and Ultima is as an asset.
  

Due to the volume of applications, only selected candidates will be contacted by our Talent Team.

Concordia University is an English-language institution of higher learning at which the primary language of instruction and research is English. Since this position supports academic and administrative functions of the university, proficiency in English and French, as indicated, is required.

IMPORTANT: The language and computer skills of short-listed candidates will be tested.

Territorial Acknowledgement

Concordia University is located on unceded Indigenous lands. The Kanien'kehá:ka Nation is recognized as the custodians of the lands and waters on which we gather today. Tiohtiá:ke/Montreal is historically known as a gathering place for many First Nations. Today, it is home to a diverse population of Indigenous and other peoples. We respect the continued connections with the past, present and future in our ongoing relationships with Indigenous and other peoples within the Montreal community.

Employment Equity

Concordia University is strongly committed to employment equity within its community, and to recruiting a diverse faculty and staff. The University encourages applications from all qualified candidates, including women, members of visible minorities, Indigenous persons, members of sexual minorities, persons with disabilities, and others who may contribute to diversification; candidates are invited to self-identify in their applications. As part of your application, you will be asked to complete a diversity survey. This information is voluntary and any information collected for this purpose is confidential and cannot be accessed by search committees or human resources employees. Results will be aggregated and used to help Concordia achieve its goal to see all members of our community not only reflected, but welcomed, included and supported in their efforts to contribute to all areas of university life.

Accessibility

Concordia desires to increase diversity among its community members and we strive to make our recruitment processes as accessible as possible and provide accommodations as required for applicants. If you are contacted for an interview and anticipate needing accommodations during the process, please contact, in confidence, hr-employment@concordia.ca

Immigration Status

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian and Permanent Residents will be given priority. To comply with the Government of Canada's reporting requirements, the University is obliged to gather information about applicants' status as either Permanent Residents of Canada or Canadian citizens.

Application information

Application Webpage (URL): https://career17.sapsf.com/career?career%5fns=job%5flisting&company=universitc&navBarLevel=JOB%5fSEARCH&rcm%5fsite%5flocale=en%5fUS&career_job_req_id=346&selected_lang=en_US&jobAlertController_jobAlertId=&jobAlertController_jobAlertName=&browserTimeZone=America/Toronto&_s.crb=CKlSivIE7qqx%2fKLkHFLdM53h5tBSuasL6vl4ZdvU1ps%3d

Application Deadline:  September 28, 2022
 

Archiviste/Archivist
Archives des jésuites au Canada / The Archive of the Jesuits in Canada

Location: Montréal, Québec
Compensation: $47,000 to $54,000 depending on experience and qualification

THE ARCHIVE OF THE JESUITS IN CANADA

The Society of Jesus is a Roman Catholic religious order founded in 1540 by Saint Ignatius Loyola and his first companions; Jesuits have been present in Canada since 1611, and the history of the Society of Jesus in Canada is intimately connected to the development of both church and civil society in this country. As such, the Archive of the Jesuits in Canada represents a unique patrimony to be carefully protected and shared.

The mission of the Society of Jesus is the greater service of God and neighbour; most recently, the Jesuits have expressed this as a fourfold set of orientations that guide their decision-making and service: to offer a way to God through the heritage of the Spiritual Exercises of Saint Ignatius; to walk with the outcasts of the world, those whose dignity has been violated, in a mission of reconciliation and justice; to accompany young people in the creation of a hope-filled future; and to collaborate with others in the care of our Common Home, the earth. The Archive participates in this mission, as an intellectual work of the Society of Jesus in Canada, by opening its doors to researchers and engaging in dialogue with them. The AJC provides an access point to its collections, as well as resources concerning the history of the Jesuits in Canada. It supports the research of members of the Jesuit community, genealogists, academic researchers, Indigenous researchers, artists, students, and others.  

In Canada, the Society of Jesus has a long history of relations with Indigenous peoples, which continues to this day. This history includes both lights and shadows. In 2005, the Jesuits of Canada made an Act of Reconciliation before the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada, in which they pledged to actively support the renaissance of Indigenous languages and cultures. The Archive play a central role in this commitment by making resources available to Indigenous scholars and communities seeking to bring about this renaissance, and by welcoming and collaborating with scholars investigating the history of colonialism and of the residential school system.

The archival collection holds more than 1.5 km of textual records, more than 500,000 photographs, more than a thousand maps and cartographic material, hundreds of audio-visual records, as well as born-digital records. The Library and Rare Books collection contains more than 37,000 books and other published material, including 1,500 rare books. The Art and Artifacts Collection includes objects and artworks that testify to the range of activities of Jesuits in Canada and abroad.

Description and Duties
    
The primary purpose of the position is to process archival fonds and collections, and other relevant tasks:

• Appraise, identify, and select records in analog or digital format in order to include them in the archival collection;
• Process archival fonds and collections, including the organization and the description of archival records;
• Apply professional standards in the creation of archival finding aids;
• Maintain and develop inventories and databases;
• Ingest archival fonds and collections in databases, platforms, and applications dedicated to collections management and for public
• access;
• Contribute to the development of outreach projects, including physical and digital exhibitions, and other outreach initiatives;
• Participate in collaborative initiatives with other memory institutions and research projects;
• Offer support to the reference unit in doing ad hoc research in archival fonds and collections;
• Offer support to researchers in participating in the development of initiatives dedicated to increase the discoverability of archival
• records;
• Supports the Director in the elaboration of objectives and organizational strategic priorities; including administrative activities and the development of budgets;
• Contributes to the preservation of analog and digital records in participating in the maintenance and the development of archival preservation methods;
• Engage in professional and scholarly activities, via presentations and publications;
• Additional duties as assigned based on individual competencies and interests.
  

Qualifications

• University level education in archives/information studies or a related field with a demonstrated interest in archival theory and
• practice; with preference for candidates with a master's degree in information studies with a specialization in archival studies.
• A minimum of two years professional experience with a focus on the management of historical records and the processing of archival
• fonds and collections.
• Demonstrated ability in the use of collections management tools and the Rules of Archival Description (RAD);
• Demonstrated ability and experience in the use of digital tools and platforms; experience with the Access to Memory (AtoM) platform
• is an asset;
• Ability to communicate information to small and large groups;
• Knowledge of copyright laws and other legislation that concerns the access, the reproduction and the use of archival records;
• Oral and written fluency in French and English required;
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team on collaborative initiatives;
• Ability to supervise colleagues and interns;
• Ability to develop objectives and to implement procedures.

LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS

The position requires the ability to communicate in French and English, both orally and in written form. The working environment is in French. Operational activities are delivered in French, in English, and/or both, depending upon the researcher, the initiative, and the intended audience.

The archival collection contains material in French and English. The selected candidate will process materials, including describing the records, in French and in English, depending on the language of the material.

TRUTH AND RECONCILIATION WITH INDIGENOUS PEOPLES

The AJC are engaged in a process of truth and reconciliation with Indigenous peoples. The selected candidate will need to demonstrate an understanding of the main challenges regarding archival concepts and practices. The candidate must be familiar with the principles stated in the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada Calls to Action, as well as demonstrating a knowledge of national and international strategic orientations and principles concerning Indigenous peoples and associated archival records.

The deadline for applications is October 24, 2022.

Applications, which must include a letter of interest and a curriculum vitae in one Word of PDF file, should be sent to CANAJCdirection@jesuites.org.

We thank all applicants for their interest in this position. Only those selected for the short list will be contacted for an interview. Candidates selected for an interview might be asked to provide the names and addresses of three referees.

Personal information received from prospective candidates will be used only for this recruitment process.

CANAJCdirection@jesuites.org

Application Deadline: October 24, 2022, 11:59 pm EST.

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