Government Records Archivist - 60310
Government Records Archivist - 60310
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Job Description
This is a fulltime oneyear term position working 75 hours biweekly. This competition may be used to fill anticipatory permanent positions. Temporary Assignments may also be considered with prior supervisor approval.
AtTourism and Culture we are a dynamic team of professionals dedicated to Yukons vibrant tourism arts museums heritage historic sites and archival communities and to their contributions to Yukons quality of life.
Yukon Archives acquires preserves and provides access to the Yukons documentary heritage. Our collection of archival textual records photographs sound recordings films ephemera and published materials offers a fascinating insight into the Yukons diverse cultures history stories and communities. Yukon Archives is committed to upholding the objectives of The Steering Committee on Canadas Archives Reconciliation Framework: The Response to the Report of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission Taskforce and is actively working towards making our facility and our records more accessible.
Reporting to the Territorial Archivist the Government Records Archivist applies corporate and institutional policies to acquire appraise arrange and describe records that document government actions and decisions. Collaborating with colleagues and stakeholders you will help enhance access to records of historical significance for researchers representing diverse communities and interests.
In this role you will also work closely with government corporate and departmental information management staff on various projects including appraising departmental records schedules and supporting departments as they prepare for a potential transition of government. This may involve delivering presentations developing and reviewing guidance documents in collaboration with the Executive Council Office responding to inquiries from departmental records management staff and depending on the outcome of the election assisting with the coordination of records transfers to Yukon Archives.
Additionally you will have the opportunity to participate in reference and outreach initiatives and to engage with both record creators and research communities.
For more information about this position please contact Kaitlin Normandin A/Territorial Archivist at or.
For more information about the recruitment process please contact Kristen Mintz Human Resources Consultant at or.
Please do not email resumes to the email address above; resumes may only be accepted through the ERecruitment application system. To create your ERecruitment account click here.
Essential Qualifications
Please submit your resume clearly demonstrating how you meet the following qualifications. Please note selection for further consideration will be based solely on the information you provide in your resume. If you have these qualifications ensure you clearly expand upon them (for each applicable employer) in your resume using the year/month format.
- Master of Archival Studies Master of Library and Information Science with a specialty in archives or related field;
- Demonstrated experience applying records and information management principles and practice;
- Demonstrated experience applying archival theory and practice;
- Experience using database software for the management of collections;
- Experience in developing and implementing digital records projects would be considered an asset.
Candidates who have education training and/or experience equivalent to the essential qualifications listed above will be equally considered.
Before applying you may want to refer to our sample resume to assist you in submitting your application.
Desired Knowledge Skills and Abilities
Candidates should have and may be assessed on:
- Ability to carry out a wide range of archival activities such as appraisal acquisition arrangement description and related services particularly in a government records context;
- Strong research and informationgathering skills along with strong analytical and problemsolving skills applied in an information management environment;
- Experience advising on archival issues with regard to the management of active and semiactive government records;
- Strong organizational skills and detailoriented with a high level of accuracy;
- Excellent written and oral communication skills;
- Strong interpersonal skills including teamwork and customer/client service;
- Knowledge of applicable legislation; including the Access to Information and Protection of Personal Privacy Act (ATIPP) and Archives Act.
Additional Information
Conditions of Employment:
- Have and maintain a valid Yukon Class 5 drivers licence.
Job Requirements:
- Lifting carrying pushing and pulling of boxes up to 1218kg and oversized materials occasionally by stairs.
- Occasional exposure to dust dirt pests and mold (with protective equipment).
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Employment Type
Temp
