Archivist (Wakefield)
Post Ref: WYJS:072
Salary Scale: £22,221 - £23,708
37 hours per week
WYAS are looking for a qualified archivist to strengthen the Wakefield team and assist with the care, preservation and access to collections as well as the provision of public services.
The postholder will undertake the full range of professional archive duties which will include the supervision of a busy searchroom, answering enquiries, dealing with depositors, surveying, sorting
and listing archive material, participating in outreach activities and helping to coordinate a team of Archive Assistants.
The successful candidate will have experience of working in an archive environment along with good communication and IT skills. Familiarity with ISAD (G) and the CALM cataloguing system would be an
advantage. They will be educated to degree level and hold the Diploma in Archive Administration. A current driving licence or the ability to travel around WYAS service points and other locations in West Yorkshire will be essential.
Some weekend and evening work will be required
Closing date for completed applications is 12 noon Monday 27th February 2012 Interviews will be held on Friday 9th March 2012
For an informal discussion please contact: Gary Brannan on 01924 305980 or e-mail
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Best wishes;
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