Archivist – Design Integrity, Special Collections

Role Overview

• undertake duties in accordance with the agreed standards for the specified classification
• Provide specialist skills in the management of physical and digital collections belonging to the APH Archive, including assessment, selection, control, description and storage
• Support the conservation and preservation of both physical and digital collections by managing risk and providing advice
• Work closely with the Architectural Historian on matters relating to the design integrity of Australian Parliament House
• Assist in the administration of core information management systems, including the Digital Asset Management System (Fotoware) and the Collection Management System (Vernon CMS)
• Assist in setting work priorities within a team and providing training and guidance to staff
• Work as a key member of a team, utilising skills in collection development, strategic planning, problem-solving, and decision-making to resolve complex issues
• Develop/review policies, workflows, procedures and guidelines for the development, preservation and management of a mixed archival collection, consistent with organisational and operational goals
• Communicate with influence both orally and in writing, to liaise and negotiate internally and externally for the successful delivery of services and products

Requirements

• experience in the acquisition, description, management and preservation of physical and digital collections
• experience in the design and manufacture of textiles, carpets, stonework, timber, and furnishings would be highly desirable
• demonstrable experience with Vernon or a similar CMS is essential
• good attention to detail, research and problem-solving skills
• understanding of archival descriptive metadata standards and best practice information management practices
• ability to provide leadership by supporting, managing, and mentoring a small team
• strong communication skills, flexibility, and the ability to form and maintain effective relationships with both internal and external stakeholders

Benefits

• flexible working arrangements can be negotiated in accordance with our Enterprise Agreement and the operational needs of the roles
• ongoing opportunities to learn and develop new capabilities
• a competitive remuneration package
• free on-site parking
• free gym membership and access to recreational facilities available at APH
• childcare (pending availability), banking services, post office, value-for-money dining options and more available at APH.