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Job Description:
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Assistant Archivist
Swift Current Museum, Swift Current, Saskatchewan, Canada
ASAP - 2019 March 30
35 hours/week, $17.61/hour (plus applicable in lieu payments)
Candidates must satisfy the requirements of the Young Canada Works at Building Careers in Heritage program. This includes being a recent graduate from a college or university within the last 24 months at the start of employment and being between the ages of 16 and 30. Additional requirements may apply, please check eligibility (https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-heritage/services/funding/young-canada-works/students-graduates/careers-heritage-graduates.html).
This position will largely deal with re-processing an existing collection but involves a variety of archival related tasks, including maintenance of physical storage and handling of collections.
Required Qualifications:
• A graduate of a recognised Masters in Archival Science program or equivalent in the archival field.
• Strong knowledge of RAD.
• Familiarity with electronic archival databases and finding aids.
• Ability to lift and/or move 22.7kg/50lbs.
• Ability to traverse stairs.
Desired Qualifications:
• Familiarity with AtoM.
• Have a strong working knowledge of Microsoft suite programs.
• Good communication skills and the ability to work with others.
• Attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Critical thinking and writing skills.
• Has knowledge of and interest in archives, museums, and local history.
• Able to provide a clear Criminal Record and Vulnerable Sector Check.
While all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply only those selected for interviews will be contacted. Any enquiries or applications can be directed to:
William Shepherd
Collections Officer
Swift Current Museum
Email: w.shepherd@swiftcurrent.ca
Phone: 306-778-4815
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