Archives Assistant Intern - Jobs in Rossland, BC

Job Description

The Rossland Museum & Discovery Centre’s mission is to preserve and dynamically present the heritage of Rossland and area. We do this with comprehensive indoor and outdoor displays on the industrial, social, natural, and cultural history of Rossland with a particular emphasis on the mining and skiing histories of the area. We are designated as the “Mining in the Kootenays” historic site – on top of the original Black Bear Mine – with 5 acres of property and 6 exhibition buildings among many other outbuildings/shelters. Additionally, we have an extensive community archive, a provincial visitor information centre, numerous educational community programs in-house and through outreach activities, heritage walking tours, and various special events throughout the year.The Archives Assistant will work with the Collections Manager, Research Coordinator (where needed), and trained archives staff and volunteers to focus on some of the key projects that must be completed in the archives, including:– Assist Collections Manager in inventorying the archival collection, prioritizing items for digitization and continuing/expanding our public accessibility/digitization efforts– Assist the Collections Manager and other archival staff in processing fonds and organizing/re-housing the archival collection– Assist with the creation of senior’s memory box development– Continue research and partnership development for the indigenous history of our region, including updating Sinixt permanent display (w/ ethnographical records in archival collection) & updating associated programming outreach kitAlong with these specific projects, they will also manage public research requests, incoming archival donations, and further internal research requests for our programming, promotions, and publications.All staff assist in the general operation and maintenance of the museum, archives, visitor centre, and discovery centre, including assisting with major events and programming.Job Requirements/Qualifications:The following are essential qualifications for the job:

• Graduate in Archival, Library, Museum, History studies, or related fields.
• Familiar with the Rules for Archival Description and current archival preservation/storage methods
• Must be organized, detail-oriented, self-motivated, and have excellent time management and problem-solving skills
• Excellent research/sourcing skills and the ability to multitask while maintaining accuracy under pressure
• Excellent English verbal and written communication skills
• Passion for education and history and working with people of all ages and backgrounds
• Must be legally entitled to work in Canada

The following are desired assets for the job:

• Experience in archival databases such as AtoM
• Experience in processes of digitization including Photoshop
• Customer service experience
• Public speaking experience
• Experience working in or with the tourism and/or cultural sector
• Broad knowledge of Rossland’s history or BC History
• Current First Aid certificate and RCMP Security Clearance may be required

Recommended Training:

• BSAFE - BC Safety Assured For Everyone
• Foundations of Workplace Safety (includes WHMIS)

• Salary/Wage: 17-18/hour

Job Application Process:All applicants must meet YCW-BCH eligibility criteria. We encourage participation from the Government of Canada’s job equity groups, including women, First Nations, Métis, and Inuit persons, members of visible minority groups, persons with disabilities, and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity and expression to apply.Please submit your resume and cover letter clearly demonstrating how you meet the qualifications and quoting the position(s) you are applying for by email (preferred) to museumdirector@rosslandmuseum.ca or 1100 Hwy 3B (junction of Hwy 3B and Hwy 22). Please be prepared to provide at least two professional references.For more information about this position, please contact Joelle Hodgins, Museum Director, at museumdirector@rosslandmuseum.ca or call (250) 362-7722.Quick Apply

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