About the Role
The Archives Assistant will work with the Collections Manager and trained archives staff and volunteers to focus on some of the key projects in the archives. The two main projects to be undertaken this summer are digitizing and cataloguing our slide collection and working on the development of the Autonomous Sinixt Repository. Along with these specific projects, they will also help manage public research requests, incoming archival donations, internal research requests, and processing of the archival collection,
including developing finding aids. All staff assist with the opening, operating, maintenance, and closing procedures associated with daily operations.
Requirements
Post-secondary student in Archival, Library, Museum, History/Heritage studies, or related fields.
Must be organized, detail-oriented, self-motivated, and have excellent time management and problem-solving skills
Excellent research/sourcing skills and the ability to multi-task while maintaining accuracy under pressure
Familiar with basic office management programs like Word and Excel
Excellent English verbal and written communication skills
Passion for education and history and working with people of all ages and backgrounds
Familiar with the Rules for Archival Description and current archival preservation methods
Customer service experience
Public speaking experience
Broad knowledge of Rossland’s history or at least BC History
Experience with PastPerfect
Current First Aid certificate and RCMP Security Clearance may be required
Salary/Wage
17.50-19
Accessible Employer: Yes
Open to International applicants with valid Canadian Work permits: No
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