Archivist

Title of the Job: Archivist

Location: McLennan, AB

Job Description: Please refer to the job aid for instructions on how to apply.If you are an active McGill employee (ie: currently in an active contract or position at McGill University), do not apply through this Career Site. Login to your McGill Workday account and apply to this posting using the Find Jobs report (type Find Jobs in the search bar).ArchivistRare Books & Special CollectionsDeadline to apply: November 25, 2024, 11:59pmAssistant Librarian or Associate Librarian (tenure track)
Duration: three years, with possibility of renewal
Salary minimum: salary commensurate with experiencePosting number: JR0000060352McGill Libraries seeks an experienced, service-oriented, and collaborative professional archivist to assist in the provision of a range of archival information services to support teaching, learning, research, and outreach activities, and to contribute to the development, description, management, and preservation of the archival holdings of Rare Books and Special Collections.Rare Books and Special Collections actively supports the teaching, learning and research needs of McGill students and faculty from all disciplines, and an international research community. The primary RBSC holdings are in the humanities and social sciences and in particular Canadiana and Montreal history, literature, the history of ideas, travel and exploration, natural history, the history of the book, and architecture form the core of the collection.THE McGILL LIBRARYLocated in Montréal, one of the world’s great multicultural and multilingual cities, McGill University is internationally recognized for its excellence as a leading institution of higher education and research. For nearly 200 years, through the work of dedicated people, McGill has been breaking ground in diverse fields and contributing solutions to some of the world’s most significant issues. McGill is also the most internationally diverse research-intensive university in Canada, with over 32% of its students coming to McGill from more than 150 countries. The University systematically appears on the annual list of the best employers in Montreal.The McGill Library is committed to delivering high-quality, innovative information products, services and programs that focus on client needs and support the University’s strategic mission and directions. The Library proactively supports the teaching, learning and research needs of faculty and students to fulfill McGill’s strategic mission of excellence as a research-intensive, student-centred university.The McGill Library has the largest collection in Quebec and is one of Canada’s largest academic libraries with over six million monograph titles and 150,000 e-journals and databases. The Library is a member of the Canadian Association of Research Libraries (CARL), the Association of Research Libraries (ARL), the Bureau de coopération interuniversitaire (BCI), the Center for Research Libraries (CRL), and the HathiTrust Digital Library.INFORMATION FOR PROSPECTIVE STAFFInformation about the and the can be found on the University’s web site. As a tenure stream appointee, the successful candidate is expected to satisfy the requirements in theDUTY STATEMENTPrimary Purpose of PositionTo assist in the provision of a range of library and information services and collections to support teaching, learning, research, and outreach activities.Duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:Advise researchers on discovering, accessing and using effectively the full range of archival resources available.Perform collection management activities, including accessioning and processing. Contribute to collection description for entry into content management system Access to Memory (AtoM) and/or Sofia discovery tool. Supervises staff in the same.Collaborates with colleagues to improve the intellectual and physical control of RBSC archival collections. Contributes to the review and improvement of workflows, space management and aids in developing policies and procedures.Assist in the development of RBSC archival collections to ensure teaching, learning and research needs are met.Assist in ensuring that proper conservation and preservation standards are followed for all formats and media types.Integrate RBSC archival collections into University teaching, learning, and research, and to the broader research community. Develop and maintain communication links and appropriate liaison with relevant University units.Animate collections through various means, including: communications (e.g. publications and social media), organizing visits and workshops with classes and other groups; developing exhibitions in the library or McGill campus venues, or beyond, including external museum loans.Engage with donors and contribute to fundraising, development and outreach activities to build and improve access to McGill Libraries collections, in coordination with the unit head.Contribute to grants and other funding support to further develop, promote, and protect collections, in coordination with the unit Head.Work in partnership with other library and University staff and sections, as well as external groups on specific projects.Represent the library on various library, faculty and university-wide committees as required.Engage in scholarly activities and professional service and develop a dossier for promotion and tenure, consistent with University Regulations.Reporting relationshipThe position reports to the Head Librarian, Rare Books & Special Collections.SELECTION CRITERIARequired:A Master’s Degree in Archival Studies (MAS) or Library/Information Studies (MLIS, MIS or MI) preferably with a focus in Archives from an ALA accredited institution.Minimum five years of experience appraising, arranging, and describing historic archival materials in various formats required.Sound knowledge of and demonstrated experience with archival description using the Rules for Archival Description (RAD) required.Experience with an archival content management system such as AtoM. Knowledge of and experience in the use of relevant information resources, including electronic and networked resources, and information and communications technology.Experience providing research assistance with archival materials in an academic, special or research library, or equivalent required.Demonstrated ability to conduct information skills classes for small and large groups.Demonstrated ability to apply copyright and/or privacy legislation as required for consultation, reproduction, and dissemination of archival collections.Organized, with high attention to detail. Ability to work independently and as part of a team; prioritize and balance multiple projects.Demonstrated ability to uphold the values of respect, collaboration, and diversity, and employment equity.Knowledge of current trends and developments in archives and special collections.Physical requirements include moving and lifting weights of up to 20 kgs., handling dusty and other various types of archival materials, bending, walking, and climbing ladders.Fluency in oral and written English is required. McGill University is an English-language university where day to day duties may require English communication both verbally and in writing. The level of English required for this position has been assessed at level #(4) on a scale of 1-4.Working knowledge of French is required, as some duties may require French verbal and written communication.Desired:Advanced study in the humanities or social sciencesExperience processing large and complex collectionsExperience supervising other staff and coordinating workflows.APPLICATION PROCEDUREApplications should address the above selection criteria, be accompanied by a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, and the names and addresses of three referees and should be submitted by as one (1) pdf document.McGill University is committed to equity and diversity within its community and values academic rigour and excellence. We welcome and encourage applications from racialized persons/visible minorities, women, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, ethnic minorities, and persons of minority sexual orientations and gender identities, as well as from all qualified candidates with the skills and knowledge to engage productively with diverse communities.At McGill, research that reflects diverse intellectual traditions, methodologies, and modes of dissemination and translation is valued and encouraged. Candidates are invited to demonstrate their research impact both within and across academic disciplines and in other sectors, such as government, communities, or industry.McGill further recognizes and fairly considers the impact of leaves (e.g., family care or health-related) that may contribute to career interruptions or slowdowns. Candidates are encouraged to signal any leave that affected productivity, or that may have had an effect on their career path. This information will be considered to ensure the equitable assessment of the candidate’s record.McGill implements an employment equity program and encourages members of designated equity groups to self-identify. It further seeks to ensure the equitable treatment and full inclusion of persons with disabilities by striving for the implementation of universal design principles transversally, across all facets of the University community, and through . Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application process may contact, in confidence, .All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply; however, in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

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