Local History Collection Project Officer City Culture | Community Development
$93,915-$99,473 per annum, plussuperannuationFull time, 12 month fixed termcontractCBD LocationAs the capital city of Western Australia, the City of Perth is aLocal Government that is ambitious for the future. To achieve ouraims, we recruit the very best people who understand the Cityexists to enable and deliver the aspirations of the community.
The Opportunity As a Local History Collection Project Officer in the City ofPerth, you will be responsible for providing an operational reviewand update of the City's Local History Collection. This willinvolve review and documentation of the Collection, includingoperational practices and requirements. The role will focus onensuring information relating to the Collection is complete,systematic and searchable as a first stage with the aim ofenabling future use and engagement with the collection. Therole will operate with a degree of autonomy to determine prioritiesin line with agreed project and work plans.
Reporting to the Alliance Manager, Arts and Culture within ourCity Culture team, your responsibilities will primarilyinclude:
Conduct research to develop and implement an approach forassessing the City of Perth Local History Collection (bothphysical and digital). Ensure accurate cataloguing,classification, and documentation of collection items,addressing any existing backlogs;Review digital records and files to map Local HistoryCollection items and consolidate stored information;Accession, arrange, and describe all materials in theHistory Centre into the Archives;Create and maintain database records, including developingmethods for searching stored information about collectionitems; andReview other records related to the Collection (e.g., cardcatalogues) and assess their relevance and reliability inrelation to the Collection's operations.About You To succeed in this role, you will possess:
Previous experience working with a local history collectionor archives, within a library or other institution;Tertiary qualifications recognised by the AustralianLibrary and Information Association and/or equivalentexperience in a relevant field;Strong knowledge of records management, cataloguing,archiving standards and procedures, and conservationtechniques; andExperience using Microsoft suite, collection managementsystems, databases and library software systems. If your experience andcapabilities match these criteria, we welcome yourapplication.
Above all, you will live our values of Commitment, Teamwork,Courage and Respect that allow us to come together to lead andsupport the community.
Please view the attached Application Pack to learn more aboutthe role and working at the City.
To be eligible to work for us, you will need to demonstrate:
A right to work in Australia (e.g. a birth certificate,current passport or current visa);A satisfactory National Police Clearance (dated within 3months).How to Apply Please apply online by clicking the 'APPLY' buttonbelow, which will direct you to the City's applicationquestionnaire.
When prompted, please submit: your current resume; a coverletter that concisely addresses the Selection Criteria; and anyrelevant qualifications or certifications. Remember, less ismore!
The Application Process Applications for this position will close at 5PM AWST onSunday 14th July 2024. Applications may be considered, andinterviews conducted prior to, the closing date.
Applicants may also be considered for similar positions withinthe City of Perth.
We're continuing to build a gender-equitable team and aculture that's just as diverse, inclusive and welcoming asthe City of Perth Community. We encourage applications from peopleof all ages, cultures (including Aboriginal and Torres StraitIslander peoples), abilities, sexual orientation and genderidentities.
Canvassing of Elected Members during the recruitmentprocess will disqualify your application. $93,915-$99,473 per annum, plussuperannuationFull time, 12 month fixed termcontractCBD LocationAs the capital city of Western Australia, the City of Perth is aLocal Government that is ambitious for the future. To achieve ouraims, we recruit the very best people who understand the Cityexists to enable and deliver the aspirations of the community.
The Opportunity As a Local History Collection Project Officer in the City ofPerth, you will be responsible for providing an operational reviewand update of the City's Local History Collection. This willinvolve review and documentation of the Collection, includingoperational practices and requirements. The role will focus onensuring information relating to the Collection is complete,systematic and searchable as a first stage with the aim ofenabling future use and engagement with the collection. Therole will operate with a degree of autonomy to determine prioritiesin line with agreed project and work plans.
Reporting to the Alliance Manager, Arts and Culture within ourCity Culture team, your responsibilities will primarilyinclude:
Conduct research to develop and implement an approach forassessing the City of Perth Local History Collection (bothphysical and digital). Ensure accurate cataloguing,classification, and documentation of collection items,addressing any existing backlogs;Review digital records and files to map Local HistoryCollection items and consolidate stored information;Accession, arrange, and describe all materials in theHistory Centre into the Archives;Create and maintain database records, including developingmethods for searching stored information about collectionitems; andReview other records related to the Collection (e.g., cardcatalogues) and assess their relevance and reliability inrelation to the Collection's operations.About You To succeed in this role, you will possess:
Previous experience working with a local history collectionor archives, within a library or other institution;Tertiary qualifications recognised by the AustralianLibrary and Information Association and/or equivalentexperience in a relevant field;Strong knowledge of records management, cataloguing,archiving standards and procedures, and conservationtechniques; andExperience using Microsoft suite, collection managementsystems, databases and library software systems. If your experience andcapabilities match these criteria, we welcome yourapplication.
Above all, you will live our values of Commitment, Teamwork,Courage and Respect that allow us to come together to lead andsupport the community.
Please view the attached Application Pack to learn more aboutthe role and working at the City.
Eligibility To be eligible to work for us, you will need to demonstrate:
A right to work in Australia (e.g. a birth certificate,current passport or current visa);A current 'C' class Australian drivers licence;andA satisfactory National Police Clearance (dated within 3months).How to Apply Please apply online by clicking the 'APPLY' buttonbelow, which will direct you to the City's applicationquestionnaire.
When prompted, please submit: your current resume; a coverletter that concisely addresses the Selection Criteria; and anyrelevant qualifications or certifications. Remember, less ismore!
The Application Process Applications for this position will close at 5PM AWST onSunday 14th July 2024. Applications may be considered, andinterviews conducted prior to, the closing date.
Applicants may also be considered for similar positions withinthe City of Perth.
We're continuing to build a gender-equitable team and aculture that's just as diverse, inclusive and welcoming asthe City of Perth Community. We encourage applications from peopleof all ages, cultures (including Aboriginal and Torres StraitIslander peoples), abilities, sexual orientation and genderidentities.
Canvassing of Elected Members during the recruitmentprocess will disqualify your application.
For further information please contact Rebecca Taylor, Alliance Manager Arts and Culture, 08 9461 1465 or email ****** .
Attachments:
- Application Pack - Local History Collection Project Officer.pdf
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