Archivist Job Posting at the Canadian Museum of Science and Technology

Hi everyone!

I came across this job posting for an archivist at the Science and Technology museum here in Ottawa. It's only open to Canada Science and Technology Museum Corporation employees, but I found the details very interesting and thought you might too.

ARCHIVIST

Reference Number: 2009/2010-CSTMC-059

Salary Range: $60,274.03 - $73,344.53 Level: 8 (under review)

Employment Status: Indeterminate / Full-time

Language Requirements: Bilingual (BBB/BBB)

Security Requirement: Enhanced reliability

Position Number: 9749

Branch: Collection and Research

Who can apply? Canada Science and Technology Museum Corporation employees

Description:
The archivist manages the archives of CSTMC, which are valued in the millions of dollars. As manager, the archivist is responsible for cataloguing existing textual, film and photo collections, including trade literature, and for acquiring new collections in consultation with the curators and for planning the use of space. The archivist provides archival reference services for internal and external clients. The archivist provides a reproduction service for internal clients, and for external clients of a revenue generating basis. The archivist also manages a preservation program for archival materials.

Qualifications:
As an ideal candidate, you hold a master degree in the history of science and technology and/or information studies with a focus on archival training. A knowledge of Canadian history would be an asset. Five years experience working in a library and archives setting.

The weekly hours for this position are: SWW 37.50 Hrs (5 days consecutive Mon. - Fri.)

The CSTMC is committed to the principles of employment equity.


Source: Canada Science and Technology Museum Corporation


Melanie