[Hum-DIS] FW: [Aus-archivists] (NSW) Short-term archivist position available at University of Sydney Archives

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[mailto:aus-archivists-bounces at archivists.org.au] On Behalf Of Julia
Mant
Sent: Wednesday, 20 August 2008 2:37 PM
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Subject: [Aus-archivists] (NSW) Short-term archivist position available
atUniversity of Sydney Archives


Please see below for details regarding a short-term Reference Archivist
(HO7) position in the University of Sydney Archives.

 
The University of Sydney Archives seeks expressions of interest in a
position available now up to the end of 2008 with the possibility of
extension.

The University Archives has several projects in hand and also operates a
busy reference service to internal and external users, in the
search-room and by email and telephone. We are looking for someone who
can perform a range of archival tasks including
* reference services;
* undertaking disposal of University records;
* identifying and documenting records series and processing
consignments;
* preparing documentation and data entry into the new archival control
system, CHAOS.

The successful applicant will have high level knowledge of archival
principles and techniques; high level knowledge and understanding of
records continuum theory; high level knowledge of the NSW State Records
Act 1998; excellent interpersonal and problem solving skills; ability to
work independently and as part of a team; appropriate computer skills,
and the ability to lift and carry archives boxes.  

Preference will be given to applicants with experience in the provision
of access to archival records in a research environment, in controlling
and describing records using computer-based systems and data entry, or
experience in the disposal of records in accordance with the State
Records Act 1998.

A tertiary degree plus graduate qualification in archives administration
or related discipline is essential as is eligibility for Professional
membership of the Australian Society of Archivists. 

The position is available full-time Monday to Friday, until December
2008 but fewer hours could be negotiated. There is a possibility of
extension into 2009.

For further information and a copy of the duty statement contact Anne
Picot on 9351 7262.

Remuneration package: $76,656 - $83,511 p.a. pro rata (which includes a
base salary Level 7 $64,775 - $70,568 p.a., leave loading and up to 17%
employer's contribution to superannuation). 

Closing Date: 5/09/2008

The University is a non-smoking workplace and is committed to the
policies and principles of equal employment opportunity and cultural
diversity. The University reserves the right not to proceed with any
appointment for financial or other reasons.

______________________________________________
Julia Mant
Reference Archivist (Monday - Thursday)
Archives and Records Management Services Archives A14 University of
Sydney  NSW 2006 AUSTRALIA
                                               
Phone: 61 2 9351 2684 Fax: 61 2 9351 7304        
 
Web:www.usyd.edu.au/arms
 

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