Archivist - Newmarket, Canada - Town of Newmarket

Town of Newmarket

Verified Company

Newmarket, Canada

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

In partnership with the Newmarket Historical Society (NHS), the Archivist will lead the NHS' Archives Restoration Project.

Reporting to the NHS Board of Directors, the Archivist will be responsible for organizing, developing, digitizing, and maintaining the Archives according to industry standards, as well as recruiting, training, and managing the Archives volunteers.

Job Requirements

Completion of a university degree in Archival, Museum, or Cultural Studies and demonstrated working experience in a related role at an Archives or other cultural institution with significant archival holdings, and including experience in digital preservation or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Knowledge of information technologies, as well as standards, trends, and industry bestpractices in areas such as electronic recordkeeping and digital preservation.
Demonstrated qualification, knowledge or experience with digital records and digital preservation.
Experience using "Past Perfect Museum" software version 5.0.
Sound written and oral communication skills, including the ability to provide clear and concise oral and written instructions.
Ability to work with mínimal supervision and in a team oriented and collaborative environment.
Strong ability to demonstrate tact, discretion, and integrity when dealing with clients, stakeholders, sensitive situations, and confidential material.
Able to work independently and effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a fastpaced environment while ensuring deadlines are met.
With assistance, if required be able to lift boxes weighing up to 40 pounds and carry them for short distances.
Demonstrated knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
Comfortable working in open source technologies and creating content and navigating social media platforms.
Ability to work a flexible work schedule including evenings and weekends based on Museum operating hours (Tuesday
Saturday 10 AM 4 PM).