Archivist

Job Summary

ARCHIVIST
Prince Rupert City & Regional Archives Prince Rupert, British Columbia

We are looking for an energetic individual with excellent qualifications and administrative skills to oversee the operation of our extensive and busy archives. Situated in City Hall, and with off-site storage, we have a comprehensive and varied collection of documents and photographs that tell the story of Prince Rupert and surrounding area. Our reference and research assistance services are heavily used by academics, authors, businesses, government departments, family history researchers, and community groups.

Under the direction of the Board of Directors, the Archivist will be responsible for all aspects of our archives including evaluation, accession and cataloguing of materials, ensuring proper storage and climate control, budget development, financial management, and supervision of staff and volunteers. The Archivist will also oversee public access, providing expert knowledge of our archival and other historical records in a variety of formats. With contracted help, the successful applicant will be responsible for technical issues including digitizing the collection, website development and staff computers.

This is an exciting opportunity for an organized and self-motivated professional comfortable with managing multiple responsibilities.

The ideal candidate will have the following qualifications and skills:

• Masters degree in Archival Studies or Library/Information Studies with a focus on archives from an ALA accredited institution
• 2-5 years experience working in archives
• Knowledge and understanding of archival principles, Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy law, and copyright regulations
• Knowledge and practical experience in creating descriptions using Canadian Rules for Archival Description (RAD)
• Experience with digitization of historic materials
• Proficiency in computer office software including word processing, spreadsheets and other applications
• Excellent research and problem solving skills, written and oral communication
• Demonstrated administrative, financial and organizational skills, ability to multitask and prioritize work flow
• Experience in grant writing an asset

Compensation

$35/hour starting wage, 35 hours/week with pension plan, sick pay and three weeks annual leave.

How To Apply

Please send cover letter and resume to:

President, Board of Directors

Prince Rupert City & Regional Archives

by Email:  archives@citywest.ca

By Post: P.O. Box 1093, Prince Rupert BC V8J 4H6

Only those applicants chosen for interviews will be contacted.

This position requires a criminal record check.