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1. Archivist (York University Libraries)
York University Libraries invite applications for the position
of Archivist with the Clara Thomas Archives & Special
Collections.
York University is the leading interdisciplinary research and
teaching university in Canada. York offers a modern, academic
experience at the undergraduate and graduate level in Toronto -
Canada's most international city. The third largest university in
the country, York is host to a dynamic academic community of 62,000
students, faculty and staff, as well as 240,000 alumni worldwide.
York's 10 Faculties and 28 research centres conduct ambitious,
groundbreaking research that is interdisciplinary, cutting across
traditional academic boundaries. The Clara Thomas Archives &
Special Collections is a department of York University Libraries
holding over 700 metres of university records, over 2,400 metres of
private and institutional papers, and an extensive collection of
non-textual materials. Special Collections has over 20,000 volumes
of published Canadiana, including Canadian pamphlets.
Additional information on holdings and services can be found
at: http://www.library.yorku.ca/ccm/ArchivesSpecialCollections/index.htm
Responsibilities:
The Archivist works within a collaborative and team environment,
and will report to the Acting Head of the department. The incumbent
will be responsible for: the appraisal, arrangement,
description according to national descriptive standards, and
physical processing of archival records in a wide variety of
formats (including born-digital documents); development of digital
content to promote the discovery and use of these records; and
provision of reference services in an academic setting. The
incumbent will participate in the work of the Libraries' committees
as appropriate, and will be committed to scholarship, professional
development, and service.
Qualifications:
* Master's degree in archival studies from a graduate programme
conforming to the Association of Canadian Archivists' Guidelines
for the Development of a Two-Year Curriculum for a Master's of
Archival Studies or MLS (or equivalent) with concentration in
professional archival education
* Demonstrated expertise in processing and providing access to
archival records within an automated work environment, including
working knowledge of the Rules for Archival Description and Encoded
Archival Description (EAD)
* Demonstrated expertise in using computer applications to create
electronic material to promote use of archival records, such as
digital facsimiles of paper-based documents, virtual exhibits, and
web-based guides to holdings
* An understanding of copyright and privacy legislation
* Demonstrated project management skills
* Excellent oral and written communication skills
* Excellent organizational, analytical and interpersonal
skills
* Ability to work independently and in collaboration with
others
* Ability to undertake physical processing and handling of
records
* Ability to manage a complex workload in a timely, effective
manner with minimum supervision
This is a one-year, contractually-limited appointment with the
designation of Adjunct Librarian and is appropriate for an
archivist with up to three years of post-MAS, MISt or MLS
experience. Librarians and archivists at York University have
academic status and are members of the York University Faculty
Association bargaining unit (http://www.yufa.org/). Salary is
commensurate with qualifications. The position is available from
July 1, 2012. All York University positions are subject to
budgetary approval.
York University is an Affirmative Action Employer. The Affirmative
Action Program can be found on York's website at www.yorku.ca/acadjobs or a copy can
be obtained by calling the affirmative action office at
416-736-5713. All qualified candidates are encouraged to
apply; however, Canadian citizens and Permanent Residents will be
given priority. Temporary entry for citizens of the U.S.A. and
Mexico may apply per the provisions of the North American Free
Trade Agreement (NAFTA).
York University's resources include centres relating to gender
equity, race and ethnic relations, sexual harassment, human rights,
and wellness. York University encourages attitudes of respect and
non-discrimination toward persons of all ethnic and religious
groups, regardless of gender or sexual orientation.
Deadline for the submission of applications is February 6,
2012. Applications should include a covering letter that
relates qualifications to the requirements of the position, a
current curriculum vitae, and the names and contact information of
three referees. Applications should be sent to:
Chair, Archivist Appointment Committee
York University Libraries
310 Scott Library
4700 Keele Street
Toronto, Ontario M3J 1P3
Fax: 416-736-5451
Email: yulapps@yorku.ca
Applications should be sent by mail, or by email or fax with a
hardcopy following.
2. University Archivist
University Archivist (Librarian III)
The University of Toronto is a major public research institution with a student body of over 67,000 full and part-time students and over 7,000 faculty members who teach and perform research in hundreds of different disciplines. The University of Toronto Libraries, which is the largest academic library in Canada and ranked third in North America, supports teaching and research in all disciplines through service and outreach, excellent collections and access to extensive digital resources and services.
Established in 1965, the University of Toronto Archives and Records Management Service is part of the Thomas Fisher Rare Book Library (http://www.library.utoronto.ca/fisher/index.html) and is responsible for the appraisal, acquisition, preservation and use of University records of permanent value as well as the private records of University-related individuals and organizations, and for working co-operatively with other permanent campus archives programs. In addition to its research service, the Archives provides an administrative service through its records management program. The total holdings (at both on-site and off-site storage locations) amounts to almost 10,000 metres and includes textual records as well as photographic, sound and moving image formats.
Learn more about the University of Toronto Library
System: http://onesearch.library.utoronto.ca/
Learn more about the University of Toronto: http://www.hrandequity.utoronto.ca/groups/new.htm
Learn about policies for librarians:
http://www.hrandequity.utoronto.ca/Assets/policy/acad/acadpol.pdf
Learn about the University of Toronto Faculty Association: http://www.utfa.org/
Position description:
Reporting to the Director of the Thomas Fisher Rare Book Library, the incumbent will provide leadership for the overall operation and administration of the University Archives and Records Management Service. The University Archivist is responsible for the appraisal, acquisition, preservation and use of University records of permanent value and the private records of individuals and organizations associated with the University. The position also has responsibility for developing, promoting and implementing an effective and integrated records management program that meets the University's current and future records and information management needs and current and future legal requirements. This position will be responsible for making recommendations on digital preservation for both the archives own operation and the university wide records management program, including records that have been originally created in a digital format.
The University Archivist will work closely with the Director of Library Information Technology Services and others to create a state-of-the-art program for management and preservation of "born digital" electronic archives. The University Archivist will develop a coordinated program of outreach and instruction to the university community to enhance awareness and use of the archival records for both research, teaching and administrative purposes. The University Archivist will lead a team of professional and support staff and will undertake administrative and managerial duties to ensure the efficient functioning of the unit. The University Archivist will work closely with the Director of the Fisher Library in order to develop integrated services, where possible, between the Rare Book Library and University Archives and Records Management Service. The archivist will also work closely with Senior Staff in the Robarts Library system and librarians and others in the many independent libraries and archives at the University of Toronto with an interest in preservation and accessibility of university history. Additionally, the archivist will collaborate with other units throughout the university on archive-related projects.
Required Qualifications:
The successful candidate will have:
• A Masters degree in Archival Science (MAS), or a Master of
Information Studies (MIS) or Master of Library and Information
Science (MLIS) (or equivalent) from an ALA accredited
institution.
• A minimum of five years experience as a working archivist and
familiarity with the ways in which records are created, used and
administered within a University context.
• Demonstrated knowledge of records management principles and
practices.
• Highly developed oral and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to build relationships with diverse
constituencies including donors, university administrators,
researchers and members of the public.
• Excellent organizational, time management and problem-solving
skills, and the ability to work effectively and creatively in a
collaborative service-oriented environment.
Preferred Qualifications:
The successful candidate will preferably have:
• Recognized leadership in the field of archival management and
practice; a record of publications and teaching experience.
• Familiarity with Canadian and Ontario legal and regulatory
requirements and the ability to direct activities in a context
which involves legal areas such as privacy, copyright, and access
to information.
Salary and appointment level are based on experience and
qualifications. It is anticipated that this position will be filled
at the Librarian III level, subject to review.
Librarian III: $73,800.00 (minimum)
This is a permanent status stream position.
Librarians at the University of Toronto are members of the University of Toronto Faculty Association.
The University of Toronto is strongly committed to diversity within its community. The University especially welcomes applications from visible minority group members, women, Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, members of sexual minority groups, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas.
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. The University of Toronto Libraries thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.
Librarians interested in applying for this position should submit their letters of application, curriculum vitae and the names of three referees in a single electronic file (MS Word or pdf) to Library Human Resources at utlhr@utoronto.ca or to Robarts Library, 130 St. George Street, Toronto, Ontario M5S 1A5, or by fax to (416) 946-5543 by February 8, 2012.
