Archives Associate (17 month contract), Trent University Library and Archives, Peterborough, ON
 

Location: Peterborough, Ontario
Compensation: $2,539.17 - $2,997.84 bi-weekly (17 month contract, 25 hours per week)

Trent University Archives collects, preserves, and provides access to a diverse range of archival materials that reflect the unique experiences, achievements, and contributions of individuals and organizations associated with Trent University and the broader Peterborough region. We are also responsible for Special Collections, a collection of rare books and local titles. Our collections support the university's management, teaching, and research, and the research needs of the broader public.

Description and Duties    
Job Purpose: Under the general direction of the University Archivist and Head, Special Collections, the incumbent supports the mission of Trent University Archives by: responding to research requests; cataloguing new donations of historical materials and developing finding aids; digitizing archival documents for web exhibits and online access; contributing to website maintenance and internal and external communications; overseeing the Archives Reading Room; advising clients of policies and procedures and ensuring the safe use of irreplaceable documents; and assisting with the management and oversight of Special Collections and the Trent University Art Collection.

For more information, please view the full Position Description: https://www.trentu.ca/humanresources/careers/non-academic/archives-associate or visit trentu.ca/employment.

Qualifications    

EDUCATION REQUIRED:

• Honours University Degree (4 year) required.
• Archives Technician diploma, Museum Management and Curatorship diploma, or equivalent and/or completion of courses and/or workshops offered by the Archives Association of Ontario, Association of Canadian Archivists, Canadian Conservation Institute, or similar professional organizations are preferred.

EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

• Three (3) years in an archives or related field required.
• Experience with Rules for Archival Description, archival databases, and website development and maintenance.
• Experience with assessing, processing, handling, and describing archival material
• Experience in providing support for research and reference services.
• Experience with the handling and treatment of works of art.
• Experience in digitizing analog archival materials and works of art, handling digital-born archival materials, and creating metadata.
• Familiarity with archival professional standards and ethics, archival terminology, the history of archival practice, archival law and legislation, including current practice on freedom of information and privacy, and copyright in archives.
• Understanding of the fundamental principles involved in the intellectual and physical handling, assessment, description and control of archives and special collections and the services that support them.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to exercise discretion, tact, and confidentiality.
• Ability to change focus regularly and re-prioritize work when required.
• Ability to read and transcribe cursive script.
• Familiarity with digital scanning technologies, photo-editing software, database management software, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, web development.
• Ability to learn and adopt new technologies as they develop.
• Fluency in English (spoken and written) is required.

Additional Information   

Trent University is actively committed to creating a diverse and inclusive campus community and encourages applications from all qualified candidates. Trent University offers accommodation for applicants with disabilities in its recruitment processes. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process or require an accessible version of a document/publication, please contact humanresources@trentu.ca.
 
How to Apply    
Those interested in applying are asked to submit a cover letter and resume by email to jobs@trentu.ca (Microsoft Word or Adobe PDF) no later than February 3, 2025 at 4:00 p.m. Please note your full name and the job title in the subject line of your email (i.e. First and Last Name - Job Title). Applications from external candidates will be considered only when accompanied by a completed Employment Application Form.

Application Webpage (URL)    https://www.trentu.ca/humanresources/careers/non-academic/archives-associate
Application Deadline: February 3, 2025 at 4:00 pm (EST)

Records and Information Management Coordinator, City of Welland, ON
 

Location: Welland, Ontario
Compensation: $75, 930. 55 - $88, 828. 00  

At the City of Welland, we're continuously rewriting our story. Not because we don't know where we're going but because we are constantly reaching for new heights, engaging in new approaches, and pursuing what many believe to be unattainable or too ambitious. We're not satisfied with the status quo, and we're certainly not satisfied with doing things a certain way simply because that's how they were done in the past.

We expect our population to increase to over 80,000 in the next 20 years, and serving a diverse, growing community requires strategic thinkers, norm breakers, and passionate civil servants. In Niagara, Welland's growth leads every other municipality, and the City is becoming the region's heartbeat.

So, we invite you to author your chapter and contribute to the overall body of work the City of Welland is creating. At the City of Welland, your ideas are nurtured, your input is invited, a healthy work-life balance is available, and most importantly, your voice will make a difference.


Description and Duties    

Under the direction of the Deputy Clerk, the Records and Information Management (RIM) Coordinator is responsible for the management and administration of the RIM program and related technologies under the guidance and direction of RIM policies, procedures, and guidelines according to best practices and industry standards. The RIM Coordinator will oversee physical and digital records systems, and information management governance.

Qualifications       

• Post-secondary diploma or degree in Records and Information Management, Library Sciences, Public Administration, Archival Studies or related field.
• Minimum three (3) years in records information management, preferably in a municipal setting.
• Experience in project management and change management is considered an asset.
• Experience with database management, electronic document/records management system technology, preferably with TOMRMS and Laserfiche, and digitization of records.
• Demonstrated experience in records and information management, retention schedules, policy, storage and retrieval; best practices for records management systems.
• Working knowledge of the Municipal Act, MFIPPA, and other RIM-related legislation.
• Certified Records Manager (CRM) designation or other RIM certification(s) is considered an asset.
• Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills, particularly with respect to explaining technical information to all levels of employees.
• Developed time management, organizational, documentation and decision-making skills.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain a high degree of accuracy; strong presentation and training skills.
• Project Management skills and the ability to prioritize responsibilities and adhere to deadlines.

How to Apply    

View a detailed job description and apply by visiting: https://www.welland.ca/Careers.asp
Application Webpage (URL)    https://myavanti.ca/WorkAtWelland/
Application Deadline: Friday, January 31, 2025 at 4:00pm

Archiviste numérique, La Société historique de Saint-Boniface. Winnipeg, MB

Location: Winnipeg, Manitoba
Compensation: 55 000 $ - 65 000 $

La Société historique de Saint-Boniface (SHSB), fondée en 1902, opère le Centre du patrimoine, une institution gardienne du patrimoine francophone et Métis de l'Ouest canadien, et en particulier du Manitoba.

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Description and Duties    

• Numérisation de documents textuels, iconographiques, sonores, et images en mouvement ;
• Traitement des ressources numériques et née-numériques (acquisition, classement, préservation et description) afin de les rendre accessibles ;
• Conception et gestion du programme numérique ;
• Élaboration de politiques et de procédures pour la gestion des archives numériques, particulièrement des systèmes de classification, des calendriers de conservation et des instruments de repérage ;
• Rédaction des contrats de don d'archives et des restrictions à l'accès ayant une composante numérique
• Gestion de projets ;
• Formation et supervision dans le domaine des archives numériques

Qualifications    

• Maîtrise en archives, avec spécialisation en archives numériques, ou expérience pertinente de travail et d'éducation de deux ans ou plus ;
• 2 à 3 ans d'expérience de travail dans le domaine
• Maîtriser le français au niveau universitaire : parlé, écrit, lu ;
• Connaissance et respect pour des normes, des règlements et des procédures archivistiques (y compris RDDA et LPRPDE/PIPEDA) ;
• Connaissance des normes et meilleures pratiques concernant la gestion des archives numériques et la préservation du numérique (p. ex., la pérennité des formats de fichiers numériques) ;
• Connaissance des outils numériques et des normes de métadonnées dans un centre d'archives ;
• Expérience en milieu professionnel fonctionnant avec les systèmes d'exploitation Windows et Linux (version Ubuntu) ;
• Connaissances des logiciels d'usage courant, tels que Microsoft Office, AtoM, InMagic, Photoshop/GIMP, DBTextworks, Audacity, FileZilla, Aviary (OHMS), Bitcurator, FTX Imager, Jacksum, TeraCopy, etc .;
• Adepte du travail en équipe ;
• Aisance dans les relations avec les clients, les donateurs, l'assistance informatique, les bénévoles et d'autres, en faisant preuve de tact et de diplomatie ;
• Souci du détail ;
• Capacité à analyser, à résumer et à expliquer des concepts techniques dans un langage simple ;
• Débrouillardise et capacité à résoudre des problèmes ;
• Capacité à prendre l'initiative, à organiser et à planifier et gérer les priorités.

Information   

La SHSB cherche un ou une archiviste numérique pour un poste permanent à temps plein (40 heures par semaine, du lundi au vendredi). Le travail sera effectué en personne, au Centre du patrimoine (340 boul. Provencher, Saint-Boniface, Manitoba).

AVANTAGES SOCIAUX :

Horaire flexible, régime de retraite collectif, assurance médicaments, soins dentaires, stationnement gratuit au lieu de travail, etc.

How to Apply    
Envoyez une lettre de présentation et un curriculum vitae en français avant le 1er février 2025 à Émilie Pigeon, directrice générale : direction@shsb.mb.ca
Application Webpage (URL)    https://shsb.mb.ca/offre-demploi/
Application Deadline: 1er février, 2025
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Senior Collections Manager, Audio-Visual Collections, Royal BC Museum, Victoria, BC

Location: Victoria, BC
Compensation: Annual Salary Range: $69,760.70 - $79,322.69 

The Royal BC Museum, which includes BC Archives and IMAX® Victoria, is one of the oldest continually operating museums in Canada. A cultural centre of learning and research, it strives to broaden our understanding of British Columbia through collections, exhibits, outreach and community engagement. The museum celebrates the province's diverse landscapes and the lives of the people who live here, enables research and knowledge sharing that advances our understanding of our world, and provides a dynamic place for discussion and reflection. IMAX® Victoria delivers educational and entertaining experiences that accompany the learning journey the museum offers.

The Royal BC Museum is located on the territory of the lək̓ʷəŋən (Lekwungen) peoples, known today as the Songhees and Xwsepsum (Esquimalt) Nations

Description and Duties    

CAREER OPPORTUNITY

• Senior Collections Manager, Audio-Visual Collections
• Indigenous Collections and Repatriation Department
• Full Time, Temporary - One Position, Up to 2 Year Term with possibility of extension
• HRO 21
• Annual Salary Range: $69,760.70 - $79,322.69

The Royal BC Museum, which includes BC Archives and IMAX® Victoria, is one of the oldest continually operating museums in Canada. A cultural centre of learning and research, it strives to broaden our understanding of British Columbia through collections, exhibits, outreach and community engagement. The museum celebrates the province's diverse landscapes and the lives of the people who live here, enables research and knowledge sharing that advances our understanding of our world, and provides a dynamic place for discussion and reflection. IMAX® Victoria delivers educational and entertaining experiences that accompany the learning journey the museum offers.

The Royal BC Museum is located on the territory of the lək̓ʷəŋən (Lekwungen) peoples, known today as the Songhees and Xwsepsum (Esquimalt) Nations.

DEPARTMENT OVERVIEW

The Indigenous Collections and Repatriation (ICAR) department is comprised of six collection areas and a team of staff that care for the following materials:

• Indigenous Materials (16,000+ items)
• Photo Collection (65,000+ photos)
• A/V Collection - Audio (3,700+), Film (17), Video (34)
• BC Archaeology (230,000+ objects)
• Historic Documents related to the materials in the collection (350,000+ documents)
• Publications and Resource (2,500 items)

ICAR works closely with:

• First Nations communities and Indigenous organizations by establishing and maintaining respectful and meaningful relationships, providing access to and stewardship of Indigenous collections, supporting community capacity building where requested, facilitating the repatriation of ancestral remains and the transfer of First Nations belongings upon submission of Repatriation requests in accordance with ICARs Repatriation policy.
• Other RBCM departments to explore opportunities for research, learning, exhibitions, and special projects that support the museum's mandate and goals.
• Government agencies, Ministry of Indigenous Relations and Reconciliation, Archaeology Branch, the BC Archives and Heritage Branch on projects of shared interest.

JOB OVERVIEW

The Senior Collections Manager, Audio-Visual is responsible for planning and conducting collections management projects and activities related to the Indigenous collections, with priority given to the audio-visual collection, working with Indigenous community members and external researchers to provide access to the collections, working on initiatives to preserve collections and make them better accessible digitally, preparing the collections for a potential move to a new building, planning and participating in learning programs, exhibit planning, popular and technical writing, public speaking, workshops and other public events, as well as answering public inquiries.  

The position is responsible for preserving and making accessible the Indigenous audio-visual material and working closely with the RBCM repatriation specialists, Collections Managers including directly supervising the Collections Manager, AV to prepare any audio-visual items in the Indigenous Collections related to Treaty discussions, which will continue during modernization.  

This term position will focus on digitizing the AV collection and fulfilling access requests and liaising with Nations/community members with relationship to their cultural heritage in the collection. Key aspects of project work will include:

• work closely with Nation/community partners in accessing and stewarding of their cultural heritage in the AV collection
• the coordination of digitization with external vendors and creating metadata to meet Archival standards
• incorporating metadata about the digitized materials into the records management system
• managing the physical and digital materials to meet best practices for collection care
• managing of the records
• researching permissions and copyrights
• liaising with BC Archives and other collections in research and access requests
• liaising with the ICAR Repatriation Leads in the fulfilling of repatriation requests and visits
• managing of access requests

QUALIFICATIONS

• We are looking for a Senior Collections Manager who brings a wealth of expertise to our team. We are prioritizing lived experiences and cultural knowledge and/or candidates that hold a bachelor's degree. An equivalent combination of education, training and experience may also be considered.
• In addition, the ideal candidate will have experience in working with BC Nations and Indigenous communities around safe keeping and access of archival cultural heritage. Progressively responsible work experience with communities and in an archive, museum, gallery, cultural centre; or within a community with a focus on archival collections, preparation, documentation, care and supervision will be an asset in this role; along with experience applying community feedback.
• In responding to the impacts of colonization on Indigenous people, we encourage and will give priority to applications from those who wish to self-identify. One of our guiding principles is to operate in a trauma-informed manner and thus, it is your choice whether to volunteer information. We will hold your information and application in strictest confidence, sharing it only with the hiring panel.
• For more information about the role and job requirements for this position, we invite you to review the job profile in detail. If the position continues to be of interest, we encourage you to apply and contribute your expertise to our dynamic team.
• Before you apply for this position, you must meet the eligibility requirements. To be eligible to work in Canada, you must be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident of Canada or authorized in writing to work in Canada under the federal Immigration Act. Eligibility to work in Canada is granted through citizenship, permanent resident status, or a work permit.
• An eligibility list may be established.

Qualifications    
JOB REQUIREMENTS

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree, or equivalent lived experiences and cultural knowledge; OR
• An equivalent combination of education, training (such as a certificate in collections management preferably with A/V emphasis, or in a related field, e.g., archives and library sciences, or community engagement), and experience may be considered.

Preference may be given to applicants with one or more of the following:

• Experience in working with BC Nations and Indigenous communities around safe keeping and access of archival cultural heritage.
• Progressively responsible work experience with communities and in an archive, museum, gallery, cultural centre; or within a community with a focus on archival collections preparation, documentation, care and supervision.
• Experience applying community feedback appropriately to specific objects and developing, in consultation with communities, protocols for storage, care and handling of historic AV materials.

In responding to the impacts of colonization on Indigenous people, we encourage and will give priority to applications from those who wish to self-identify. One of our guiding principles is to operate in a trauma-informed manner and thus, it is your choice whether to volunteer information. We will hold your information and application in strictest confidence, sharing it only with the hiring panel.

PROVISO:

Successful completion of security screening requirements of the BC Public Service, which may include a criminal records check, and/or Criminal Records Review Act (CRRA) check, and/or enhanced security screening checks as required by the organization (Note: It is important that you read the job posting carefully to understand the specific security screening requirements pertaining to the position)

Additional Information:

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

The Indigenous Applicant Advisory Service is available to applicants that self-identify as Indigenous (First Nations, status or non-status, Métis, or Inuit) person seeking work or already employed in the BC Public Service. For guidance on applying and/or preparing for an interview, please contact IndigenousApplicants@gov.bc.ca or call #778-405-3452.

How to Apply:

Your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet the job requirements listed within the job profile.

Please submit your resume and cover letter in PDF format by Friday, December 20, 2024 at 11:59 pm (PST) with the following subject line:  Last Name, First Name, RB2024-44 via email to: RBCMapplications@royalbcmuseum.bc.ca

Application Webpage (URL)    https://www.royalbcmuseum.bc.ca/about/people/employment
Application Deadline: December 20, 2024
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Access Specialist, Royal BC Museum, Victoria, BC
 

Location: Victoria, BC
Compensation: Annual Salary Range: $2,084.66 - $2,353.30 Bi-weekly

The Royal BC Museum, which includes BC Archives and IMAX® Victoria, is one of the oldest continually operating museums in Canada. A cultural centre of learning and research, it strives to broaden our understanding of British Columbia through collections, exhibits, outreach and community engagement. The museum celebrates the province's diverse landscapes and the lives of the people who live here, enables research and knowledge sharing that advances our understanding of our world, and provides a dynamic place for discussion and reflection. IMAX® Victoria delivers educational and entertaining experiences that accompany the learning journey the museum offers.

The Royal BC Museum is located on the territory of the lək̓ʷəŋən (Lekwungen) peoples, known today as the Songhees and Esquimalt Nations.

Department Overview:
The Archives Access and Outreach team shapes the experience for our visitors and clients. Staff welcome visitors, researchers, scientists, historians, students, families from all over the world to the Royal BC Museum and Archives, answer their questions, process their payments, and ensure that all their visit expectations are met courteously and efficiently. Access includes preparing collections for public use and research, providing expert advice to the researching public regarding not just physical access to collections, but remote access of the collections in a wide variety of applications.

Description and Duties    

Job Overview

The Access Specialist provides access, both remotely and on-site, to collections in the legal custody of the Royal BC Museum. Under the leadership of the reference Archivist, the Access Specialist implements policy, processes and procedures related to access services for researchers, scientist, historians and other external clients. This role works within a team of Access Specialists to assist visitors with research, providing orientation, help and training with finding aids/equipment, and retrieving collections, photographs, documents and a diverse array of records.

We are looking for an Archives Access Specialist who brings a wealth of expertise to our team. The ideal candidate will have a diploma from an archival or library technician program, OR an equivalent combination of education/training and demonstrated experience in a library, archival, or records management environment may be considered.

Additionally, the candidate will have relevant experience in handling inquiries from public and non-public sector clients, verbally and in writing. Proficiency in using a variety of search tools and techniques including online and hard-copy catalogue tools, and being well-versed in standard office applications like word processing, spreadsheets, databases, and presentations will be vital to effectively perform the responsibilities of the position.  

For more information about the role and job requirements for this position, we invite you to review the job profile in detail. If the position continues to be of interest, we encourage you to apply and contribute your expertise to our dynamic team.

Before you apply for this position, you must meet the eligibility requirements. To be eligible to work in Canada, you must be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident of Canada or authorized in writing to work in Canada under the federal Immigration Act. Eligibility to work in Canada is granted through citizenship, permanent resident status, or a work permit.

An eligibility list may be established for future temporary and/or permanent vacancies.

Qualifications    

Education and Experience

• Diploma from an archival or library technician program, OR
• An equivalent combination of education/training and demonstrated experience in a library, archival or records management environment may be considered.
• Experience responding to inquiries from public and non-public sector clients, verbally and in writing.
• Experience using a variety of search tools and techniques including online and hard-copy catalogue tools.
• Experience in use of standard office applications (word processing, spreadsheets, databases, presentations).

PROVISO:
Successful completion of security screening requirements of the BC Public Service, which may include a criminal records check, and/or Criminal Records Review Act (CRRA) check, and/or enhanced security screening checks as required by the organization (Note: It is important that you read the job posting carefully to understand the specific security screening requirements pertaining to the position).


Additional Information:

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

The Indigenous Applicant Advisory Service is available to applicants that self-identify as Indigenous (First Nations, status or non-status, Métis, or Inuit) person seeking work or already employed in the BC Public Service. For guidance on applying and/or preparing for an interview, please contact IndigenousApplicants@gov.bc.ca or call #778-405-3452.

How to Apply:

Your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet the job requirements listed within the job profile.

Please submit your resume and cover letter in PDF format by Thursday, December 12, 2024 at 11:59 pm (PST) with the following subject line:  Last Name, First Name, RB2024 - 41 via email to: RBCMapplications@royalbcmuseum.bc.ca


Application Webpage (URL)    https://www.royalbcmuseum.bc.ca/about/people/employment
Application Deadline: December 12, 2024
Job Poster

Assistant Dean, Archives and Special Collections and  Head, Virginia Kelly Karnes Research Center, Purdue University Libraries, West Lafayette, IN
 

Location: West Lafayette, IN
Compensation: $100 ,000 - $145,000 USD

About the Purdue Libraries:  Purdue University Libraries and School of Information Studies (Libraries), recipient of the 2015 Award for Excellence in University Libraries from the Association of College and Research Libraries (ACRL), is at the forefront of academic librarianship and redefining the role of the academic, research library in learning, discovery, and engagement activities of the University.  Libraries faculty and staff are deeply involved in information literacy instruction and instructional design, redefining of learning spaces, scholarly communication, data management, and global outreach.  Libraries faculty have expanded their collaborative endeavors with disciplinary faculty in integrating information literacy into the core curriculum.

About department:  Archives and Special Collections is the primary repository for Purdue University's archives, rare books, historic photographs, and manuscript collections. It encompasses the Barron Hilton Flight and Space Exploration Archives, the Betsy Gordon Psychoactive Substances Research Archives, the Susan Bulkeley Butler Women's Archives, and many other distinctive collections of global import. The Libraries' conservation lab is also part of the division.  

Description and Duties    

Purdue University Libraries seeks a dynamic, innovative, and forward-thinking leader for the role of Assistant Dean and Head of the Virginia Kelly Karnes Archives and Special Collections Research Center (ASC). This is a twelve-month, fiscal-year appointment. ASC advances the University's teaching and research missions, and is the repository for rare, distinctive collections of primary sources at Purdue.  The department includes special collections of rare books, personal papers and manuscripts, university archives, and conservation services. ASC has undergone rapid growth in usage, collections, instruction and outreach services, and this position requires strong leadership, vision, and collaboration skills to guide the division into the future.  The university's procedures for appointing and promotion clinical faculty apply to this position (see  https://www.purdue.edu/provost/policies/clinical-faculty.html).
 
The Assistant Dean and Head is a member of the Libraries' leadership team and is responsible for overall management and strategic planning for ASC. This position establishes priorities for the unit and leads a team of 13 full-time employees, including 10 archivists, and 10-15 student employees, overseeing the growth of programs, curricula, and services in support of the Libraries' strategic objectives. Current priorities include planning for expansion of physical spaces and broadening the scope of collections to include underrepresented voices, continue reparative descriptive work, and partnering with Purdue departments, cultural centers, and impacted communities in the preservation of their histories.

The Assistant Dean and Head of ASC collaborates with other university departments and units on acquisitions, digitization, teaching, exhibitions and outreach. This position works closely with the Libraries' senior director of advancement in donor engagement and obtaining resources to support the preservation and access of collections and expansion of programs and services.

As a faculty member, the Assistant Dean and Head engages in instruction and learning activities, research and scholarship, mentoring, faculty governance, and service to the profession. The Assistant Dean and Head maintains a visible presence across the university, representing the Libraries as needed in media interviews, speaking engagements at events and programs, and participation in conferences and professional meetings. This position leads the development of archives-related instruction as part of the Libraries and School of Information Studies curriculum.

Rank:  Anticipated rank at hiring: Associate/Full Professor (clinical/professional appointment).


Qualifications    

Required qualifications

• Master's degree from an ALA-accredited Library and Information Science program. Will also consider a master's degree in archives administration from an accredited institution, or a PhD in an academic discipline with relevant professional experience
• Five years of managerial or supervisory experience in an archival or special collections setting
• Demonstrated experience supporting and cultivating the development and advancement of a highly motivated staff
• Excellent verbal and written communication with experience interacting with the press and marketing and development professionals
• Knowledge of best practices and standards in managing archives and special/distinctive collections including legal matters, conservation, research with primary source materials, and digitization projects
• Ability to cultivate and sustain donor relations  
• National or international reputation in the archival or special/distinctive collections field

Preferred qualifications

• Experience coordinating teaching and outreach efforts in an archives/special collections environment
• Experience with curriculum development and teaching for-credit courses
• Successful track-record developing, writing, and managing grants  

Salary and benefits:  

• Commensurate with experience, anticipate annual salary range of $100,000- $125,000 (USD) for associate professor; $120,000-$145,000 (USD) at professor rank.
• Start-up funds are provided for computer/software/equipment, and for travel and professional development.  
• Purdue provides a generous fringe benefit package that includes retirement benefits as well as health, disability and life insurance, and tuition support for employee, children, and spouse.  
• Purdue provides dual career assistance and relocation services.   
• Relocation funding will be available and discussed on a case-by-case basis.

How to Apply    

Application process:  

Submit applications online at https://careers.purdue.edu/job/Assistant-Dean%2C-Archives-&-Special-Collections%2C-Clinical-AssociateFull-Professor/34517-en_US/ and include the following:

1. Cover letter describing your interest in the Assistant Dean position and addressing the required qualifications;
2. Curriculum vitae;
3. Names and contact information for three references. 
   

A background check will be required for employment in this position.

This position will remain posted until filled, applicants are strongly encouraged to apply by the review date of December 7, 2024.

Inquiries may be sent to Carole Tolley, Lead Administrative Assistant at tolleyc@purdue.edu.

Purdue University is an EOE/AA employer.  All individuals, including minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply.

Application Webpage (URL)   
Application Deadline: Open until filled
Job Poster

Heritage Collections Steward, Tr'ondëk Hwëch'in Government, Dawson City

Location: Dawson City, Yukon
Compensation:$105,612.00 annually
  
Tr'ondëk Hwëch'in is a self-governing First Nation, based in Dawson City, Yukon. A progressive First Nation in a vibrant, northern community, Tr'ondëk Hwëch'in serves a citizenry of approximately 1000 citizens, with housing, education, wellness, and heritage services and programs.

Description and Duties  

 
Reporting to the Director of Heritage, the Heritage Collections Steward is responsible for strengthening relationships through the stewardship of belongings by overseeing all aspects of heritage collections of the Tr'ondëk Hwëch'in Government.  The collection includes archives, library, belongings, historic human belongings (archaeological), historic animals (paleontology) and movable heritage in situ at heritage sites according to first nation values and standard museum and archive practice, ethics and relevant legislation.  The Heritage Collections Steward creates and administers policies and procedures relevant to the collection, identifies, monitors and guides the application of acts and regulations that apply to collections activities.

Qualifications   

• Post Secondary Degree in a relevant discipline combined with extensive experience in collections management, archival science, and museum studies. An equivalent combination of education, experiences, skills and abilities may be considered.
• Knowledge of museum professional ethics.
• Working knowledge of the following: Chenhalls' Nomenclature, Rules of Archival Description (RAD), Access to Information and Protection of Privacy Act, Canadian Copyright Act, Income Tax Act, Cultural Property Export and Import Act.
• Knowledge and training in conservation techniques and protection of heritage materials.
• Knowledge of collections related funding sources and experience writing proposals and reports.
• Proficiency with office programs and recording equipment (Word Processing, Data Entry, Excel, Outlook, Scanner software, Adobe Creative Suites, etc.).
• Ability to coordinate multiple projects and meet critical deadlines with minimal supervision.
• Ability to work independently as well as work effectively in a team environment.

How to Apply:
https://trondek.bamboohr.com/careers/255

Application Deadline: until filled
 

Digital Records Archivist, Northwest Territories Archives, Yellowknife, NT

Location: Yellowknife, Northwest Territories
Compensation: $99,158 - $118,424

Organization Homepage (URL)   

The NWT Archives is located at the Prince of Wales Northern Heritage Centre in Yellowknife, Northwest Territories.

Description and Duties    

As the Digital Records Archivist you will be responsible for performing collections management activities for the holdings of the Northwest Territories (NWT) Archives with particular specialization in digital records. In this position you will ensure that documents of significance to the history of the NWT and its people are protected, preserved and made available to the public.

Located at the Prince of Wales Northern Heritage Centre (PWNHC) in Yellowknife, you will contribute to the development and implementation of the standards, workflows and processes for a digital archives program enabling the effective acquisition, description, access, management and preservation of a broad range of digital content. In this role you will monitor the archival collection and library holdings for preservation and security and advise the Senior Archivist on the permanent preservation of the archival collection.

Full job description available on application webpage.

Qualifications    

To be successful in this role you will typically need a Masters' Degree program in Archival Studies and one (1) year of experience in archives and one (1) year of experience working with relevant digital tools, technology and metadata standards in an archival repository.

Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered.

How to Apply    

Interested applicants are invited to the online posting at https://www.gov.nt.ca/careers/en/job/25945 for more information and to apply. Job description and other information is available on the application webpage.

Inquiries Only:

Department of Finance
Government of the Northwest Territories
YELLOWKNIFE CENTRE 5TH FLOOR  
BOX 1320 YELLOWKNIFE NT X1A 2L9
Tel (867) 767-9154 Extension 14106
Fax (867) 873-0445

jobsyk@gov.nt.ca

Note: If you do not receive electronic notification confirming receipt of your application, please follow up via telephone.

Application Webpage (URL): https://www.gov.nt.ca/careers/en/job/25945
Application Deadline: November 20, 2024

Archivist, Royal BC Museum, Victoria, BC

Location: Victoria
Compensation: Annual Salary Range: $76,071.18 - $86,658.48

The Royal BC Museum, which includes BC Archives and IMAX® Victoria, is one of the oldest continually operating museums in Canada. A cultural centre of learning and research, it strives to broaden our understanding of British Columbia through collections, exhibits, outreach and community engagement. The museum celebrates the province's diverse landscapes and the lives of the people who live here, enables research and knowledge sharing that advances our understanding of our world, and provides a dynamic place for discussion and reflection. IMAX® Victoria delivers educational and entertaining experiences that accompany the learning journey the museum offers.

The Royal BC Museum is located on the territory of the Lekwungen peoples, known today as the Songhees and Esquimalt Nations.

Department Overview

The BC Archives is part of the Strategic Operations Division and works closely with peers to ensure the evidence and stories revealed in our documentary heritage are incorporated into Museum programming, exhibits, events and learning. The BC Archives is the provincial archives, and collectively we acquire, preserve and make publicly accessible the documentary heritage of the province, and provide physical and digital access to collections of historical photographs, documents, sound recordings, film, art, maps and publications.

Modernization is not confined to revitalizing and improving our physical collections space, the BC Archives is focused on our visitors and transforming our services to the public, as well as the development of a digitization and digital preservation strategy that will ensure we can continue to preserve and provide access to our collections for centuries to come. BC Archives is working to build strong, respectful relationships with BC communities, address our colonial legacy, and implement the Reconciliation Framework for Canadian Archives. We are committed to reconciliation-based and trauma-informed archival practice.

Description and Duties    
Job Overview

The Archivist position works within the Access and Outreach team at the BC Archives. This position's core responsibilities include day-to-day oversight of public access, reference and information services in the BC Archives reference room in downtown Victoria, with functional supervision of volunteers and staff as required.

The position is responsible for providing expert knowledge about archival and other historical records in a variety of formats and engages in multiple research strategies to gain access to their content, often using resources such as corporate databases and web access. The position conducts original research both as an integral part of the acquisition and processing of records and the provision of reference and information services.

The position manages and coordinates the evaluation, selection and acquisition of records, develops and maintains relevant policies, procedures and standards as well as creates access tools in order to provide thorough access, and description and control of the historical and evidentiary record of British Columbia. As well, this position undertakes original research with the aim of access in a variety of formats, and coordinates departmental projects.

We are looking for an Archivist who brings a wealth of expertise to our team. The ideal candidate will have Masters' degree in Archival Studies or Library and Information Science with a specialty in archives, plus two years of experience working in an archival institution in areas such as appraisal, arrangement and description of archival records in all formats (including digital); preparation and maintenance of finding aids, or providing public access to records. An equivalent combination of related education, experience, and/or training may be considered. Experience participating in archives-related programming and supervising volunteers or staff will be an asset in this role. The ability to lift up to 18kg (40 lbs) is a requirement.

For more information about the role and job requirements for this position, we invite you to review the job profile in detail. If the role continues to be of interest, we encourage you to apply and contribute your expertise to our dynamic team.

Qualifications    

Education and Experience 

• Masters' degree in Archival Studies or Library & Information Science with a specialty in archives PLUS two years of experience working in an archival institution in areas such as:
• appraisal, arrangement and description of archival records in all formats (including digital)
• preparation and maintenance of finding aids
• providing public access to records

 OR

• An equivalent combination of related education, experience, and/or training. Related experience may include working in a GLAM institution, a government ministry, or in a community organization, such a cultural centre or Indigenous government office, preferably in a role related to archives, records management, cultural heritage, or traditional knowledge.

Preference may be given to applicants with one or more of the following:

• Experience leading or participating in archives-related programming
• Experience supervising volunteers or staff
• Experience managing projects
• Experience interpreting and applying legislation and drafting policy related to privacy acts, records management acts and other policies and procedures related to the management of records

PROVISO

• Successful completion of security screening requirements of the BC Public Service, which may include a criminal records check, and/or Criminal Records Review Act (CRRA) check, and/or enhanced security screening checks as required by the organization (Note: It is important that you read the job posting carefully to understand the specific security screening requirements pertaining to the position).
• The ability to lift up to 18kg (40 pounds)

Additional Information    

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

The Indigenous Applicant Advisory Service is available to applicants that self-identify as Indigenous (First Nations, status or non-status, Métis, or Inuit) person seeking work or already employed in the BC Public Service. For guidance on applying and/or preparing for an interview, please contact IndigenousApplicants@gov.bc.ca or call #778-405-3452.

How to Apply    

• Before you apply for this position, you must meet the eligibility requirements. To be eligible to work in Canada, you must be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident of Canada or authorized in writing to work in Canada under the federal Immigration Act. Eligibility to work in Canada is granted through citizenship, permanent resident status, or a work permit.
• An eligibility list may be established for future temporary and/or permanent vacancies.
• Your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet the job requirements listed within the job profile.
• Please submit your resume and cover letter in PDF format by November 19, 2024 at 11:59 pm (PST) with the following subject line:  Last Name, First Name, RB2024-40 via email to: RBCMapplications@royalbcmuseum.bc.ca

Application Webpage (URL)    https://www.royalbcmuseum.bc.ca/about/people/employment
Application Deadline: November 19th, 2024 at 11:59 pm
Job Poster

Heritage Collections Steward, Tr'ondek Hwech'in, Dawson City, YK
 

Location: Dawson City, Yukon
Compensation: $105,612.00 annually  

Tr'ondek Hwech'in is a self-governing First Nation, based in Dawson City, Yukon.

Description and Duties    

Reporting to the Director of Heritage, the Heritage Collections Steward is responsible for strengthening relationships through the stewardship of belongings by overseeing all aspects of heritage collections of the Tr'ondëk Hwëch'in Government.  The collection includes archives, library, belongings, historic human belongings (archaeological), historic animals (paleontology) and movable heritage in situ at heritage sites according to first nation values and standard museum and archive practice, ethics and relevant legislation.  The Heritage Collections Steward creates and administers policies and procedures relevant to the collection, identifies, monitors and guides the application of acts and regulations that apply to collections activities.

Essential Qualifications: 

• Post Secondary Degree in a relevant discipline combined with extensive experience in collections management, archival science, and museum studies. An equivalent combination of education, experiences, skills and abilities may be considered.
• Knowledge of museum professional ethics.
• Working knowledge of the following: Chenhalls' Nomenclature, Rules of Archival Description (RAD), Access to Information and Protection of Privacy Act, Canadian Copyright Act, Income Tax Act, Cultural Property Export and Import Act.
• Knowledge and training in conservation techniques and protection of heritage materials.
• Knowledge of collections related funding sources and experience writing proposals and reports.
• Proficiency with office programs and recording equipment (Word Processing, Data Entry, Excel, Outlook, Scanner software, Adobe Creative Suites, etc.).
• Ability to coordinate multiple projects and meet critical deadlines with minimal supervision.
• Ability to work independently as well as work effectively in a team environment.

Assets: 

• Knowledge of the community and of First Nations culture, heritage, traditions, and history.
• Knowledge of decolonizing museum practices, data sovereignty and the indigenization of the stewardship of collections.
• Strong research and documentation skills.
• Ability to make recommendations, presentations and communicate ideas effectively.

Additional Information   

• A detailed job description is available upon request.
• For more information, contact Human Resources: Phone: (867) 993-7100
• Send inquires to: hrjobs@trondek.ca
• Physical Location: 1242 Front Street, Dawson City, Yukon

How to Apply    
To apply: https://www.trondek.ca/
Application Webpage (URL)    https://trondek.bamboohr.com/careers/255
Application Deadline: Until filled