Contact Information
FIMS Communications
Becky Blue
Email
519-661-2111x88493
FIMS & Nursing Building
Rm 2060C
Temporary Full Time Archivist Assistant - County of Wellington Museum and Archives - Guelph, ON
THE CORPORATION OF THE
COUNTY OF WELLINGTON
Museum and Archives
Requires a
12 Month Temporary Full Time
Archivist Assistant
Under the direction of the Archivist, the Archivist Assistant is responsible for cataloguing, providing research and reference services to the public, and planning and delivering programmes and events. This position is required to work some weekends and evening hours.
The minimum qualifications for this position include:
• Four year university degree in History or related discipline.
• Minimum one year of experience or equivalent working in a museum and archives, preferably in a municipal setting.
• Experience accessioning, cataloguing, providing reference and programming in an archival setting.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently in a busy, public service environment and effectively prioritize tasks.
• Excellent written and oral communications skills and attention to detail.
• Proven ability to read cursive writing.
• Ability to function as an effective team player.
• Superior customer service skills.
• Ability to carry heavy boxes (up to 45 pounds) and climb ladders. Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, and cataloguing software.
• Experience with PastPerfect software is an asset.
• Familiarity with legislation relevant to Archives, including Copyright Act, Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.
• A valid driver’s licence (minimum G2) and a satisfactory driver’s abstract.
• Police Vulnerable Sector Check.
• All new or rehired employees must provide proof of full vaccination against COVID-19 and agreement of the County of Wellington vaccination requirement, prior to commencing employment.
This position offers a benefit package and an hourly range of: $27.90 to $32.62 (2021 Non Union Compensation Grid), based on a 35 hour work week.
Visit our website at: www.wellington.ca
Applicants are invited to submit a cover letter and resume, clearly marked Posting #150-21 by Friday, October 15 at 4:00 pm.
ATTENTION: HR DEPARTMENT, County of Wellington Administration Centre, 74 Woolwich Street, Guelph ON N1H 3T9. E: careers@wellington.ca or F: 519.837.8882. Please respond by one method of application only. No phone calls please. Personal information in relation to the recruitment and hiring process is collected under the authority outlined in the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.
The County is an equal opportunity employer. Accommodation for disabilities is available for all parts of the recruitment process. Applicants must make their needs known in advance.
