Archives Assistant
Our banking client is looking for hardworking, motivated talent to join their team. Don’t wait… apply today!
•This position is a contract starting ASAP and must be able to lift and move boxes/ledgers of up to 40 pounds and must be able to climb 10-foot ladder to access records
What's in it for you?
27.50$ per hour plus 4% vacation pay Shift: Monday to Friday 9AM to 5PM Needs to work onsite Location: Downtown Toronto Duration: 1 year Contract
What will you be doing?
• Create reference codes and label all historical ledgers
• Create file lists for large accessions
• Impose physical and intellectual control over artefacts collection through relocation and re-housing, along with detailed inventory and location listings
• Prepare fragile items for move
• Assist with the logistics of a move, e.g. ensure existing/new location codes are correct and that all items are accounted for
• Coordinate with partners and vendors supporting the move
• Update changes in Archives database as required
What do you bring?
• University degree in archives or related discipline
• Strong working experience with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook) - especially Excel to create inventories and file lists
• Familiarity with archival descriptive standards such as Rules for Archival Description (RAD)
• Strong written communication skills
• Able to work independently and as part of a team to prepare detailed file listings of large accessions
• Experience in the cataloguing and packing of artefacts is an asset
• Knowledge of Canadian history is an asset
• Experience working with DB Text is an asset
Are you Interested?
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