Archivist

Library Science/Librarianship
- Museology/Museum Studies
- Public/Applied History and Archival Administration

**Work Site Environment**:

- Air conditioned
- At heights
- Dusty
- Non-smoking

**Work Setting**:

- Archives

**Tasks**:

- Develop and maintain archival collection
- Authenticate historical documents and records
- Research the origins and historical significance of archival materials
- Assist users in accessing archival materials
- Design programs for managing, disseminating and storing archives of all types
- Develop policies and procedures to manage corporate cataloguing systems, records scheduling and disposal, and finding aids
- Organize noncurrent archives and develop cataloguing and retrieval systems to allow access to archival materials
- Plan the computerized management of archives and the management of electronic archives

**Security and Safety**:

- Basic security clearance

**Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities**:

- Work under pressure
- Repetitive tasks
- Handling heavy loads
- Attention to detail
- Bending, crouching, kneeling
- Fast-paced environment

**Weight Handling**:

- Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)

**Screening questions**:

- Are you available for the advertised start date?
- Are you currently legally able to work in Canada?
- Are you willing to relocate for this position?
- Do you currently reside in proximity to the advertised location?
- Do you have previous experience in this field of employment?

**Other benefits**:

- Free parking available