Archivist

Full job description

Tsay Keh Dene Nation is looking for an Archivist with demonstrated experience in archival collections management, arrangement and description, database systems, and digitization processes.

Working out of the Tsay Keh Dene Nations (TKDN) Prince George office with travel to the Tsay Keh Dene Territory and main community of TKD.

The Archivist is a key position that will assist in lands management directives, language and culture accessibility, and the organization of historical documents and easy access to current relevant documents.

Competencies:

· Excellent research skills, and both analytical and critical thinking

· Report writing skills

· Demonstrated ability to provide archival reference services

· Effective communication

· Team player and able to work within a large department

· Client focused

· Accountability and dependability

· Ability in preparing a variety of written materials

· Work independently with minimal supervision

· Physically able to lift and/or move boxes of archival materials

· Organization and adaptability

Job Duties:

Responsibilities

· Managing materials with a sensitivity to materials associated with the stewardship of information related to the Tsay Keh Dene Nation

· Keeping all archival information confidential and protected from outside sources

· Organizing text documents, maps, and other materials related to lands and resource management and language and culture

· Administer archival operations and work collaboratively with the department in enhancing an assessable archival library of materials

· Engagement with the department and TKDN membership in the documentation of archival materials

· Assist in maintaining archival database and management systems using accepted professional standards and policies

· Perform other duties as assigned by Management

Requirements:

Education and Experience

· Post Secondary diploma or degree in Archiving, Librarian

· 3 years or more of relevant experience

· A combination of education, training, or work experience in which the Tsay Keh Dene Nation Lands and Resources Senior Advisor deems to be equivalent

· Valid drivers license

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

· Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work in a team environment

· Ability to pay apt attention to detail and meet work deadlines with high level of accuracy

· Proficient computer skills including knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite

· Exhibit sound work ethics, honesty and flexibility

· Valid BC Driver’s License and Driver’s Abstract clearance

· Criminal record check clearance

Work Conditions:

· Long periods of sitting, looking at computer screens and using office equipment

· Extensive backlogging of archive materials that includes, documentation, scanning, engagement, and organizing

· Moderate lifting of supplies and materials from time to time

· Sit and work in a busy and open office area

· Meetings and interactions with a wide variety of people based on engagement targets and deadlines

· Availability to travel to the remote community of Tsay Keh Dene

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $40.00-$45.00 per hour

Expected hours: 35 per week

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• RRSP match

Flexible language requirement: French not required
Work Location: In person